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Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,155

Nissan Sentra 1.8 S   
Difference: $15,240

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,759

Nissan Sentra 1.8 S   
Difference: $13,862

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMaximaMaximaSentraSentraSentra
TrimSSV1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,420 $35,120 $15,200 $18,100 $18,300
Base Invoice $29,695 $32,163 $14,137 $16,834 $17,020
Floor mats 195 195 150 150 150
Rear spoiler   375      
Special Edition Package     500    
ABS and Side Airbags Package     600 600 600
Sunroof Package     700 700 700
Interior air filter     50 50 50
Satellite radio     350 350 350
Audio Fanatic Package       650 650
Floor mats 146 146 113 113 113
Rear spoiler   298      
Special Edition Package     433    
ABS and Side Airbags Package     520 520 520
Sunroof Package     607 607 607
Interior air filter     40 40 40
Satellite radio     304 304 304
Audio Fanatic Package       564 564
Options (change) 195 570 2,350 2,500 2,500
Options (change) 146 444 2,017 2,148 2,148
Destination 780 780 605 605 605
Total Price $33,395 $36,470 $18,155 $21,205 $21,405
Total Invoice $30,621 $33,387 $16,759 $19,587 $19,773

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra 1.8 S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,524
Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMaximaMaximaSentraSentraSentra
TrimSSV1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6290hp V6126hp I4165hp I4175hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M5A4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9300, 9300, 9300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/45-18195/55-16195/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$33,395$36,470$18,155$21,205$21,405
Adjustments for Features-3,640-5,2900-975-825
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,755$31,180$18,155$20,230$20,580
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,425$0$2,075$2,425
Total Invoice$30,621$33,387$16,759$19,587$19,773
Adjustments for Features-3,338-4,8430-901-762
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,283$28,544$16,759$18,686$19,011
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,261$0$1,927$2,252

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMaximaMaximaSentraSentraSentra
TrimSSV1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100   
5-speed manual  $0  
4-speed automatic   $800 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250   
Remote window/roof operation$15$15   
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Universal garage door opener $100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Brake assist$50$50   
Side curtain airbags$350$350   
Stability control$400$400   
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75   
Traction control$100$100   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200   
Dual-zone climate control$125$125   
Rear air vents$100$100   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential    $500
Exterior 
Body kit   $0$0
Bodyside moldings  $75$75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25$25
Rear spoiler $200$200$200$200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125   
Aux input$50$50   
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Satellite radio $200$200$200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150   
Automatic headlights$125$125   
Compass $0   
Fog lights $125$125$125$125
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50   
Leather seating surfaces $900   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50    
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50   
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100   
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100   
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$4,490$6,140$850$1,825$1,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,640$5,290$0$975$825
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,338-4,8430-901-762

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122006
ModelMaximaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in99.8 in
Length190.6 in177.5 in
Width73.2 in67.3 in
Height57.8 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,557 lb.2,514 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in52.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in52.3 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft311.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 1.8 S

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Special Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Fog lights125Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
195/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested102558%
Total Not Requested75042%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audio Fanatic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audio Fanatic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

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