Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2006 Toyota Highlander Toyota Highlander 2010

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Highlander Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Highlander Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,495

Nissan Maxima SL   
Difference: $2,244

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,252

Nissan Maxima SL   
Difference: $1,383

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200620102010
ModelMaximaMaximaHighlanderHighlander
TrimSESLSportLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $27,900 $30,000 $29,519 $33,220
Base Invoice $25,511 $27,437 $26,635 $29,897
Driver Preferred Package 3,500 800    
Mud guards 130 130    
Floor mats 160 160 185 275
Stability control 600 600    
Sunroof 900 900 850  
Satellite radio 350 350 449 449
Navigation system 1,800 1,800    
Xenon HID headlights 150 150    
Automatic climate control, front     375  
Leather seating surfaces     1,490  
Universal garage door opener     125  
Extra Value Package 6     2,915  
Third-row seat     1,031  
Extra Value Package 8       3,400
Driver Preferred Package 3,035 694    
Mud guards 99 99    
Floor mats 121 121 120 180
Stability control 520 520    
Sunroof 780 780 680  
Satellite radio 304 304 359 359
Navigation system 1,561 1,561    
Xenon HID headlights 131 131    
Automatic climate control, front     300  
Leather seating surfaces     1,192  
Universal garage door opener     100  
Extra Value Package 6     2,624  
Third-row seat     825  
Extra Value Package 8       3,060
Options (change) 7,590 4,890 7,420 4,124
Options (change) 6,551 4,210 6,200 3,599
Destination 605 605 800 800
Total Price $36,095 $35,495 $37,739 $38,144
Total Invoice $32,667 $32,252 $33,635 $34,296

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Nissan Maxima dealer quotes or Toyota Highlander dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Highlander Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $71
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $402
Model Year2006200620102010
ModelMaximaMaximaHighlanderHighlander
TrimSESLSportLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine265hp V6265hp V6270hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT5T5T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG20/28 MPG18/24 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8320, 8?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17245/55-19245/55-19
Total Price$36,095$35,495$37,739$38,144
Adjustments for Features-2000-1,145-2,720
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,895$35,495$36,594$35,424
Cost Above Minimum$400$0$1,170$0
Total Invoice$32,667$32,252$33,635$34,296
Adjustments for Features-1810-1,020-2,446
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,486$32,252$32,615$31,850
Cost Above Minimum$234$0$765$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year2006200620102010
ModelMaximaMaximaHighlanderHighlander
TrimSESLSportLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000$1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100  
Power liftgate   $350
Proximity key   $250
Remote window/roof operation$15$15  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Side curtain airbags$350$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500$500
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Cargo net$40$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Removable second-row console  $200$200
Roof rails  $250$250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150 
Rear HVAC unit   $400
Rear wiper  $175$175
Wiper de-icer   $25
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275
Larger rear spoiler  $200 
Rear spoiler$200  $200
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50
Cassette player$50$50  
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 $150
Conversation mirror  $25$25
Cornering lights$50$50  
Heated mirrors$25$25 $25
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats  $600$600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75$75
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75
Memory system, driver seat$200$200  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100
Stowable center seat, second row  $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0 
Total Value of Features$3,680$3,480$4,625$6,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$200$0$1,145$2,720
Value of Feature Adjustments-1810-1,020-2,446

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20062010
ModelMaximaHighlander
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.2 in109.8 in
Length193.5 in188.4 in
Width71.7 in75.2 in
Height58.3 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,473 lb.3,979 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in59.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in42.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.5 ft310.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.542.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.595.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Driver Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested187566%
Total Not Requested97534%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

Driver Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Total Requested15019%
Total Not Requested62581%

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Sport

Automatic climate control, front
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Extra Value Package 6
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding third row seats600No
Third-row 2-person bench0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited

Extra Value Package 8
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rear HVAC unit400No
JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested180058%
Total Not Requested130042%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.