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Nissan Maxima QX

Years1995–2004
Generations2
Total variants10
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

The Nissan Maxima QX is a sedan model, produced 1995–2004, spanning 2 generations with 10 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Maxima QX (2000-2004) and Maxima QX (1995-2000). The Maxima QX (2000-2004) generation is the most extensively documented, with 5 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. 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.

Generations · 2

Choose your Maxima QX generation.

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Nissan Maxima QX have?

The Nissan Maxima QX has 2 generations with 10 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 QX produced?

The Nissan Maxima QX has been produced 1995–2004. 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 QX?

The Nissan Maxima QX 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?

37,108Estimated total · €7,422 per year
  • Depreciation13,095
  • Fuel / energy12,863
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax4,400

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

Regional names · 9

Nissan Maxima QX: 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
Across · Sedan

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
Maxima QX (1995-2000)1995–2000161 hp10.9 s5€27k–€36k★ 2.7
Maxima QX (2000-2004)2000–2004164 hp10.9 s5€29k–€37k★ 3.0