2020 Nissan Maxima vs 2021 Lexus ES
Overview | |
MSRP$34,450 | MSRP$40,000 |
Average price$22,705 | Average price$33,323 |
Listings289 | Listings770 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2020 Nissan Maxima Reviews SummaryDespite finding itself inside a rapidly shrinking segment, the Nissan Maxima shines through with its plush accommodations, potent powertrain, luxe interior, and spacious trunk. The Maxima has continued to be upgraded since its current generation debuted, making it worthy of a long look if you’re in the market for an SUV alternative. Nissan refreshed the Maxima for the 2019 model year, so changes for 2020 are minimal. | |
2021 Lexus ES Reviews SummaryWhen you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable car that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all hearken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-liter V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 302 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 302 hp V6 |
Torque261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3559 lbs | Curb Weight3690 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.9 in |
Length192.8 in | Length195.9 in |
Width73.2 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase109.3 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1126 lbs | Maximum Payload905 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,450 | $40,000 |
Average price | $22,705 | $33,323 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Despite finding itself inside a rapidly shrinking segment, the Nissan Maxima shines through with its plush accommodations, potent powertrain, luxe interior, and spacious trunk. The Maxima has continued to be upgraded since its current generation debuted, making it worthy of a long look if you’re in the market for an SUV alternative. Nissan refreshed the Maxima for the 2019 model year, so changes for 2020 are minimal. | When you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable car that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all hearken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-liter V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 3.5L 302 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 3.5L 302 hp V6 |
Torque | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3559 lbs | 3690 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 195.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1126 lbs | 905 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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