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Nissan Maxima vs Volkswagen CC

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

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2023 Nissan Maxima

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2017 Volkswagen CC

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Overview

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
Selected trim3.5 SV2.0T Sport
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20232017

Pricing & market

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
MSRP$38,340$34,475 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,789 (best)—
Median listing price$21,511 (best)—
Highest listing price$34,999 (best)—
For sale now7 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
Combined MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
Horsepower300 hp (best)200 hp
Torque261 lb-ft (best)207 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (best)13.2 cu ft
Payload1,073 lbs1,149 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,609 lbs3,369 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)4.9 in
Wheelbase109.3 in (best)106.7 in
Length192.8 in (best)189.1 in
Width73.2 in (best)73 in
Height56.5 in (best)55.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVVolkswagen CC2.0T Sport
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)3

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.

TrimNissan MaximaVolkswagen CC
1

3.5 SV

$38,340 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.0T Sport

$34,475 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

3.5 SR

$43,500 MSRP

2.0T Sport PZEV

$34,475 MSRP

3

3.5 Platinum

$44,450 MSRP

2.0T R-Line Executive

$37,820 MSRP

4—

2.0T R-Line Executive PZEV

$37,820 MSRP

5—

2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon

$37,820 MSRP

6—

2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon PZEV

$37,820 MSRP

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Nissan Maxima vs Volkswagen CC FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Nissan Maxima vs 2017 Volkswagen CC on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Volkswagen CC starts lower at $34,475. Live Nissan Maxima listings start at $14,789.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
The 2017 Volkswagen CC leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,475).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
The 2017 Volkswagen CC leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Nissan Maxima vs 2017 Volkswagen CC?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Maxima (5/5 NHTSA overall).