BMW 330i vs Nissan Maxima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Nissan Maxima
Overview
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 330i | 3.5 SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,500 | $38,340 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 261 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft (best) | 14.3 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,073 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,644 lbs | 3,609 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 109.3 in |
| Length | 185.9 in | 192.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Nissan Maxima3.5 SV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 330i | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330i $47,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.5 SV $38,340 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 3.5 SR $43,500 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 3.5 Platinum $44,450 MSRP |