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Nissan Maxima vs. Tesla Model S Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Maxima vs. Tesla Model S Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,450

Nissan Maxima SE   
Difference: $39,120

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820142014
ModelMaximaMaximaModel SModel S
TrimSESLBasePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $28,630 $30,880 $69,900 $93,400
Platinum Edition Package 1,100 1,100    
Sensory Package 2,550      
Floor mats 175 175    
Stability control 600 600    
Navigation system 1,800 1,800    
Sunroof 900 900    
Rear spoiler   370    
Tech Package     3,750 3,750
Metallic paint (extra cost)     750 750
Satellite radio     0 0
Panoramic sunroof     2,500 2,500
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package     2,500 2,500
Fog lights     500 500
Obstacle detection, rear     500 500
Leather seating surfaces     1,500 1,500
Platinum Edition Package 1,006 1,006    
Sensory Package 2,213      
Floor mats 131 131    
Stability control 520 520    
Navigation system 1,561 1,561    
Sunroof 780 780    
Rear spoiler   291    
Tech Package     0 0
Metallic paint (extra cost)     0 0
Satellite radio     0 0
Panoramic sunroof     0 0
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package     0 0
Fog lights     0 0
Obstacle detection, rear     0 0
Leather seating surfaces     0 0
Options (change) 7,125 4,945 12,000 12,000
Options (change) 6,211 4,289 0 0
Destination 695 695 1,170 1,170
Gas Tax 0 0 -7,500 -7,500
Total Price $36,450 $36,520 $75,570 $99,070

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Tesla Model S

Lowest Adjusted Price: Nissan Maxima SE
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $37,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,196
Model Year2008200820142014
ModelMaximaMaximaModel SModel S
TrimSESLBasePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine255hp V6255hp V6302hp E416hp E
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6A1A1
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8320, 8580, 12580, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17245/45-19245/45-19
Total Price$36,450$36,520$75,570$99,070
Adjustments for Features-1000-2,130-4,155
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,350$36,520$73,440$94,915
Cost Above Minimum$0$170$0$21,475

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Tesla Model S

Model Year2008200820142014
ModelMaximaMaximaModel SModel S
TrimSESLBasePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100  
1-speed automatic  $800$800
FWD$0$0  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100  
Power liftgate  $350$350
Remote app  $25$25
Remote window/roof operation$15$15  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Brake assist$50$50  
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150  
Console without shifter  $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger  $750$750
60 kWh battery pack  $0 
85 kWh battery pack   $0
DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network   $1000
High-performance inverter   $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   $300
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200
Rear spoiler$200$200  
Sunroof$900$900  
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
HD radio  $50$50
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Surround sound  $250$250
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250$250
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25$25
Tachometer$75$75  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100   
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates$100$100  
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Synthetic suede headliner   $650
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0   
Tires, high-efficiency (optional)   $0
Total Value of Features$3,890$3,790$5,920$7,945
Value of Feature Adjustments$100$0$2,130$4,155
Value of Feature Adjustments-910178265

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Tesla Model S

Model Year20082014
ModelMaximaModel S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase111.2 in116.5 in
Length193.5 in196.0 in
Width71.7 in77.3 in
Height58.3 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,580 lb.4,648 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in57.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in35.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.5 ft331.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.563.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Platinum Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested142593%
Total Not Requested1007%
Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0No
MP3-compatible player50No
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested152572%
Total Not Requested60028%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

Platinum Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested142593%
Total Not Requested1007%

Option Package Details
Tesla Model S

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested145076%
Total Not Requested45024%
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested145076%
Total Not Requested45024%
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

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