How much does the 2012 Nissan Maxima cost?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima has a starting MSRP of $32,420, ranging up to $35,120 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes 3.5 S from $32,420; 3.5 SV from $35,120.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Nissan Maxima?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2012 Nissan Maxima have?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima offers up to 14.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2012 Nissan Maxima tow?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

Is the 2012 Nissan Maxima safe?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.

How many trims does the 2012 Nissan Maxima come in?

The 2012 Nissan Maxima is available in 2 trims across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.

2012 Nissan Maxima

2 trims · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$32,420 – $35,120

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NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★☆

Frontal (passenger)★★☆☆☆

Side (driver)★★★★☆

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Nissan Maxima? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on 3.5 S

Total price (3.5 S MSRP)

$32,420

Typical monthly

$642/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2012 Nissan Maxima trims

3.5 S
MSRP
$32,420
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/26
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
261 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.2
Max towing
1,000 lbs
3.5 SV
MSRP
$35,120
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/26
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
261 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.2
Max towing
1,000 lbs

Compare 2012 Nissan Maxima trim specifications
Spec	3.5 S	3.5 SV
MSRP	$32,420	$35,120
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	19/26	19/26
Horsepower	290 hp	290 hp
Torque	261 lb-ft	261 lb-ft
Engine	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas
Seating	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	14.2	14.2
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: 3.5 Sgas
3.5 SVgas
Fuel type: 3.5 Spremium unleaded (recommended)
3.5 SVpremium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders: 3.5 SV6
3.5 SVV6
Displacement: 3.5 S3.5 L
3.5 SV3.5 L
Horsepower: 3.5 S290 hp
3.5 SV290 hp
Torque: 3.5 S261 lb-ft
3.5 SV261 lb-ft
Transmission: 3.5 Scontinuously variable-speed automatic
3.5 SVcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain: 3.5 Sfront wheel drive
3.5 SVfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: 3.5 SSedan
3.5 SVSedan
Doors: 3.5 S4
3.5 SV4
Seating: 3.5 S5
3.5 SV5
Length: 3.5 S190.6 in
3.5 SV190.6 in
Width: 3.5 S73.2 in
3.5 SV73.2 in
Height: 3.5 S57.8 in
3.5 SV57.8 in
Wheelbase: 3.5 S109.3 in
3.5 SV109.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: 3.5 S14.2 cu ft
3.5 SV14.2 cu ft
Max towing: 3.5 S1,000 lbs
3.5 SV1,000 lbs
Curb weight: 3.5 S3,540 lbs
3.5 SV3,565 lbs
Fuel tank: 3.5 S20 gal
3.5 SV20 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: 3.5 S22
3.5 SV22
City MPG: 3.5 S19
3.5 SV19
Highway MPG: 3.5 S26
3.5 SV26

Full specifications by trim
Spec	3.5 S	3.5 SV
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders	V6	V6
Displacement	3.5 L	3.5 L
Horsepower	290 hp	290 hp
Torque	261 lb-ft	261 lb-ft
Transmission	continuously variable-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4
Seating	5	5
Length	190.6 in	190.6 in
Width	73.2 in	73.2 in
Height	57.8 in	57.8 in
Wheelbase	109.3 in	109.3 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	14.2 cu ft	14.2 cu ft
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs
Curb weight	3,540 lbs	3,565 lbs
Fuel tank	20 gal	20 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	22	22
City MPG	19	19
Highway MPG	26	26