Used 1996 Nissan Maxima
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1996 Nissan Maxima Overview
Used 1996 Nissan Maxima Pricing
Used 1996 Nissan Maxima pricing starts at $2,003 for the Maxima GXE Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $23,084 when new. The range-topping 1996 Maxima GLE Sedan 4D starts at $2,315 today, originally priced from $26,684.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$23,084 | $2,003 | |||
$24,084 | $1,925 | |||
$26,684 | $2,315 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Nissan Maxima models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Maxima Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Nissan Maxima (1995-1999) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 539 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Nissan Maxima
"Best vehicle ever"
"We love, love this car. Never had a major problem. Change the oil every 2,000 miles with premium oil and the car rides like a "purring kitten". Nothing on the car does not work."
"They don't make them like this any more."
"The 1999 maxima is beyond reliable. I have owned this car since it was new off the lot. It has been an excellent car and has taken relentless punishment day in and day out. Along the way I have had to replace the fuel injectors, starter, axle boots, oxygen sensors, valve cover gaskets , radiator & motor mounts. It is now in need of a front engine cover seal and 6th set of tires (another $1,500). The Bose sound system still sounds great and the car still handles like a car half its age. The reality is I can't replace this cars current performance for anything less than $50k new which is double what I originally paid for it. Her beauty is beginning to fade but I still love her."
"2 decades and still going strong"
"The car was pleasure to drive. Passing power without a turbo. Nice for family car. ABS really helped in the winter! This car had outstanding reliability. Engine/transmission was 100% reliable. Until 2016 just normal maintenance items. In 2016 one of the front struts failed. I was surprised that the car was still driveable. Great design! Owners Manual said Premium gas. Worked fine on Regular. My pet peeve is trunk is one inch too small to fit my extra large suitcase. The limit is the spring mechanism not the trunk itself."
Overall 1996 Nissan Maxima Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Nissan Maxima is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Nissan Maxima quality a 4.8 out of 5.
1996 Nissan Maxima Reliability
The 1996 Nissan Maxima receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 Maxima Features
According to drivers of the 1996 Maxima, here are some of its best features:
- Same chassis as luxury car Infinity
- You could smoke this one , no problem
- Reliable, comfortable, great on gas, great pickup
- Fun to drive, dependable, easy to maintain.
- Fun to drive
1996 Nissan Maxima MPG by Trim
1996 Maxima SE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1996 Maxima GXE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1996 Maxima GLE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1996 Maxima Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Nissan Maxima front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 3 out of 5.
1996 Nissan Maxima Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
1996 Nissan Maxima
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1996 Nissan Maxima Styles
Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3072 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 99.6 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 187.7 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.8 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.5 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.7 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 190 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 205 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.6 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 112 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
Technology
- Cruise Control
1996 Nissan Maxima Safety
1996 Nissan Maxima Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 1996 Nissan Maxima | Used 1997 Geo Metro | Used 1997 Geo Prizm | Used 2000 Ford Contour | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,450 | $2,294 | $2,298 | $2,277 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 3.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 33/Hwy 39/Comb 35 MPG | City 26/Hwy 31/Comb 28 MPG | City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 190 @ 5600 RPM | 70 @ 5500 RPM | 100 @ 5600 RPM | 170 @ 6250 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | V6, 2.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
1996 Nissan Maxima Rankings
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