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Nissan Maxima

Years1989–1995
Generations1
Total variants3
Body stylesSedan
PlatformNissan FF-L platform · Nissan D platform
DesignerJerry Hirshberg · Shiro Nakamura · Giovanny Arroba · Jackie Chang
AssemblyJapan: Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa · South Africa: Rosslyn, Gauteng · United States: Smyrna, Tennessee · China: Xiangyang
PredecessorDatsun 810
Also known asBluebird Maxima · Cefiro · Datsun 810 · Datsun Maxima (1981–1984) · Infiniti I30 · Maxima QX · Maxima QX (Europe) · QX (United Kingdom) · Renault Samsung SM5
Related modelsDatsun Stanza · Datsun Violet

The Nissan Maxima is a sedan model, produced 1989–1995, spanning 1 generation with 3 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

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How many generations does the Nissan Maxima have?

The Nissan Maxima has 1 generation with 3 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Nissan Maxima produced?

The Nissan Maxima has been produced 1989–1995. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Nissan Maxima?

The Nissan Maxima is available as Sedan. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

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What would this actually cost you?

35,023Estimated total · €7,005 per year
  • Depreciation16,173
  • Fuel / energy10,500
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax1,600

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

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Regional names · 9

Nissan Maxima: names by market

This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.

  • Bluebird Maxima
  • Cefiro
  • Datsun 810
  • Datsun Maxima
    1981–1984
  • Infiniti I30
  • Maxima QX
  • Maxima QX
    Europe
  • QX
    United Kingdom
  • Renault Samsung SM5