Used Nissan Maxima for Sale nearSunset Beach, NC

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 $15,782, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $15,782 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 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 reputation with owners and a distinctive personality that keeps it appealing across model years.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.55/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Maxima for its stylish design, strong performance, comfortable interiors, and smooth ride. Many also highlight the premium feel, useful features, and overall driving enjoyment.

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

The main trade-offs center on fuel economy, the CVT’s effect on driving feel, and a back seat that feels tight for a large sedan.

27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Maxima models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Maxima as comfortable, stylish, and enjoyable to drive, with strong performance and a premium-feeling cabin. Expert feedback also reinforces its appeal as a well-equipped sedan with a distinctive character.

• Owners rate the Nissan Maxima between 4.31 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-documented example and checking service history carefully, especially on older model years.

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

Across all model years, at 57.4% 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 trim starts with an 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, a built-in WiFi hotspot, USB-A and USB-C ports, and Nissan Safety Shield 360; it suits buyers who want the core Maxima experience with strong standard equipment.
• SR: This trim adds a sportier setup and sits above the SV, making it the better-value choice for shoppers who want a more expressive driving character and extra equipment.
• Platinum: The range-topping trim adds the most upscale feel, and the 40th Anniversary Edition package brings a two-tone exterior, model-specific 19-inch gloss-black alloy wheels, black exterior trim, red semi-aniline leather upholstery, white gauge faces, and heated rear seats.

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 shopping choice and a wider spread of prices and conditions. That usually makes it easier to find the right combination of mileage, equipment, and value.

What is the Nissan Maxima's resale value?

Most Maxima model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you want a used sedan with a stronger value proposition. The newest model year is nearly flat, while older examples show larger drops that can open up more affordable buying opportunities.

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

The 2023, 2016, and 2014 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 −6.79% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −8.95%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 34.5% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,896. The Nissan Maxima offers a stylish, premium-feeling cabin and a distinctive sporty character that make it stand out in the used-sedan market.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.