Used Nissan Maxima for Sale nearMelrose, MN

How much does the Nissan Maxima cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Maxima prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Maxima's current nationwide average price is $15,876, and its lowest point over the past year was $15,492.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2021 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Maxima a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Maxima has a strong owner reputation across its long run, with praise centered on its powerful performance, stylish design, and comfortable interiors. Owners also frequently highlight its impressive acceleration, handling, and upscale-feeling cabin.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews also point to the Maxima’s premium interior materials, comfortable ride, and distinctive styling as recurring strengths. Across the model line, the Maxima tends to appeal most when you want a sedan that feels more special than the average family car.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in recent expert reviews are fuel economy, rear-seat space, and the CVT’s effect on driving feel.

28.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Maxima models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Maxima for its comfort, strong performance, and upscale feel. The model also earns repeat praise for its stylish design and enjoyable driving character.

• Owners rate the Nissan Maxima between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is worth checking carefully because some model years have owner-reported reliability concerns, so a thorough history review and pre-purchase inspection are smart steps.

What should I look for when buying a used Nissan Maxima?

Across all model years, at 56% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2023 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360
• Infotainment: an 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility
• Fuel efficiency: 24 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 30 mpg highway)

Which Nissan Maxima trim should I buy?

The 2021 Nissan Maxima offers these trims:

• SV: The base Maxima SV is the entry point, and it gives you the core Maxima experience at the lowest price in the 2021 lineup.
• SR: The Maxima SR adds a higher-priced step up in the lineup and suits you if you want a more feature-rich version.
• Platinum: The Maxima Platinum sits at the top of the range, and the 40th Anniversary Edition package is tied to this trim for shoppers who want the most upscale presentation.

What Nissan Maxima do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Maxima years with the most listings are 2017, 2018, and 2016.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, mileage, and condition combination. They also often sit in the sweet spot where the Maxima’s core strengths are still present while prices are more approachable than on newer examples.

What is the Nissan Maxima's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it opens up more value across much of the lineup. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the recent model years, while a few older examples have moved less dramatically. One newer year is essentially flat, showing that not every Maxima is falling at the same pace.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2014, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Maxima safe?

• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 7/10

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard on the 2021 Maxima.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Maxima now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −8.98% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −14.02%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 30.4% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,720. The Nissan Maxima offers a stylish, upscale-feeling cabin that helps it stand out from more ordinary sedans.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.