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Chrysler 300 vs Nissan Maxima

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2023 Chrysler 300

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2023 Nissan Maxima

Overview

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
Selected trimTouring3.5 SV
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20232023

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
MSRP$34,295 (best)$38,340
Lowest listing price$16,678$14,789 (best)
Median listing price$23,155$21,511 (best)
Highest listing price$34,423 (best)$34,999
For sale now10 (best)7

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
Combined MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG30 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
Horsepower292 hp300 hp (best)
Torque260 lb-ft261 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.6 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.3 cu ft (best)14.3 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,073 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,013 lbs3,609 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)109.3 in
Length198.6 in (best)192.8 in
Width75 in (best)73.2 in
Height56.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler 300TouringNissan Maxima3.5 SV
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimChrysler 300Nissan Maxima
1

Touring

$34,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3.5 SV

$38,340 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Touring

$37,045 MSRP

3.5 SR

$43,500 MSRP

3

Touring L

$37,495 MSRP

3.5 Platinum

$44,450 MSRP

4

Touring L

$39,745 MSRP

5

S

$42,805 MSRP

6

S

$46,350 MSRP

7

C

$55,000 MSRP

Live inventory

Chrysler 300 vs Nissan Maxima FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2023 Nissan Maxima on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Chrysler 300 starts lower at $34,295. Live Chrysler 300 listings start at $16,678. Live Nissan Maxima listings start at $14,789.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,295).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (485).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2023 Nissan Maxima?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2023 Nissan Maxima?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chrysler 300 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Maxima (5/5 NHTSA overall).