Nissan Maxima
| Nissan Maxima | |
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| Production period: | since 1980 |
| Class : | upper middle class |
| Body versions : | Limousine , station wagon |
The Nissan Maxima is an upper middle class model produced in several generations by the Japanese car manufacturer Nissan since 1980 .
Originally, from 1980, the designation Maxima was used as an additional type designation for a six-cylinder version of the Datsun Bluebird 910 with an extended front end. The name later referred to an independent model.
The Nissan Cefiro , which has been built since 1989, is derived from the Maxima . The Maxima A33 is produced under license by Pars Khodro in Iran . In Germany, the Nissan Maxima replaced the Nissan Laurel from spring 1989 .
Datsun Maxima (810, 1980-1984)
| 1st generation | |
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 Datsun Maxima (USA) |
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| Production period: | 1980-1984 |
| Body versions : | Limousine , station wagon |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 2.4 liters (96 kW) Diesel engine : 2.8 liters (89.5 kW) |
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| Width: | |
| Height: | |
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The first model in the Maxima series was the Datsun Bluebird (PL 910), which was again offered in the USA as the Datsun 810 with an extended wheelbase (2650 instead of 2525 mm). This created space for a larger six-cylinder in-line Otto engine (type L24E, 2.4 liters, 89.5 kW / 122 PS) and six-cylinder diesel in-line engine (type LD28, 2.8 liters, 66.9 kW / 91 PS). The Datsun 810 Maxima was mainly sold in the US and was available as a four-door sedan and a five-door station wagon. After Datsun began naming all models for export in 1980, the model series was only called Maxima from 1981 onwards.
In 1984 the model was marketed under the name Nissan-Datsun Maxima to initiate the discontinuation of Datsun.
Nissan Maxima (U11, 1984–1989)
| 2nd generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (1984-1986) |
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| Production period: | 1984-1989 |
| Body versions : | Limousine , station wagon |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 3.0 liters (115 kW) |
| Length: | 4610-4694 mm |
| Width: | 1689 mm |
| Height: | 1389-1415 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2548-2550 mm |
| Empty weight : | |
In contrast, the successor model was marketed as the Nissan Maxima from the start. The Maxima U11 based on the Nissan Bluebird (U11 series) was designed from the outset for a six-cylinder gasoline engine with 115 kW (157 hp), which for the first time powered the front wheels. There was no longer a diesel engine. This model generation, which was mainly intended for the USA, was also offered there from 1985 as a four-door and as a station wagon.
Nissan Maxima (J30, 1988-1995)
| 3rd generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (US version) |
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| Production period: | 1988-1995 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 3.0 liters (119–142 kW) |
| Length: | 4765-4780 mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm |
| Height: | 1346-1405 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2649-2650 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1395 kg |
The third generation Maxima was available for the first time in Europe from March 1989, where it replaced the Nissan Laurel . A four-door sedan was offered, initially at a price of 40,995 DM, a station wagon version was no longer available.
A special technical feature of this model was an optional semi-active chassis which could use sonar technology to adapt the shock absorbers to the road conditions. However, this was not available in the European market.
The only first-generation engine in Europe was a 3.0-liter V6 engine with 125 kW / 170 hp (type VG30E); in the SE version offered from 1992 (not available in Europe) a motor was installed (type VE30DE) which delivered 142 kW / 193 PS. This engine was only available in the Maxima because the well-known four-valve VG30DE (installed in the 300ZX) would not have fit under the flat bonnet of the Maxima and differs from it through specially developed cylinder heads with four valves per cylinder and variable camshaft adjustment for the intake side.
Technical specifications
| model | 3.0 V6 (Europe) |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | V6 (60 degrees) |
| Displacement (cm³) | 2960 |
| Bore × stroke (mm) | 87 × 83 |
| Max. Power (kW / PS) | 125/170 at 5600 |
| Max. Torque (Nm) | 248 at 2800 |
| Top speed (km / h) | 223 (switch) |
| Transmission (standard) | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h) | 8.8 s (switch) |
| Combined consumption (l / 100 km) | 12.0 S (switch) |
| Tank capacity | 70 L |
Nissan Maxima (A32, 1995-2000)
| 4th generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (EU version) |
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| Production period: | 1995-2000 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.0-3.0 liters (103-142 kW) |
| Length: | 4768-4811 mm |
| Width: | 1770 mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2700 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1410 kg |
From 1995 the model received a new design and new engines. The old engine of the VG series has been replaced by the newly developed VQ series. In the vehicles for Europe, the output of the 3.0-liter V6 model has been increased to 142 kW (193 hp). A 2.0 liter V6 engine with 103 kW (140 hp) was newly introduced. A 2.5-liter V6 was also on offer in other countries.
The A32 was no longer an independent model, but identical to the Nissan Cefiro which was sold in Asia. European models were given the suffix QX. On the North American market, the Maxima was sold with a slightly modified body, but the international version was also available as the Infiniti I30. From a technical point of view, the weak points of the predecessor model were specifically remedied (such as the cracked exhaust manifolds and the defective automatic transmissions, due to the higher speeds common in Europe).
For the A32 model series, the independent rear multi-link axle of the J30 was replaced by a simple rigid axle (referred to as a compact link axle by Nissan and installed in a similar form in the Primera P11 and in the Almera), which tends to suddenly oversteer in the limit area, which is a clear step backwards compared to the previous model and was one of the few serious weaknesses of the Maxima. Likewise, the semi-active "Super Sonic Suspension" system was no longer available.
Technical specifications
| model | 2.0 V6 (Europe) | 3.0 V6 (Europe) | |
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| Engine type | VQ20DE | VQ30DE | |
| Number of cylinders | V6 (60 degrees) | V6 (60 degrees) | |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1995 | 2988 | |
| Bore × stroke (mm) | 76 x 73.3 | 93 x 73.3 | |
| Max. Power (kW / PS) | 103/140 at 6400 | 142/193 at 6400 | |
| Max. Torque (Nm) | 177 at 4600 | 278 at 4400 | |
| Top speed (km / h) | 201 (switch) | 230 (switch) | |
| Transmission (standard) | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic | |
| Combined consumption (l / 100 km) | 9.9L S | 10.3L S | |
| Tank capacity | 70 L | 70L |
Nissan Maxima (A33, 2000-2004)
| 5th generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (EU version) |
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| Production period: | 2000-2004 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.0-3.5 liters (103-190 kW) |
| Length: | 4839-4864 mm |
| Width: | 1786 mm |
| Height: | 1430-1450 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2751 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1472 kg |
The A33 was a revised version of the A32. The wheelbase and body grew in length and the design was modernized; the European and North American versions had differently designed front sections. The vehicle was delivered without ESP, although this would have been necessary precisely because of the rear axle and the long rear section.
In Europe, two V6 engines with a displacement of 2.0 and 3.0 liters (with 103 kW / 140 PS and 147 kW / 200 PS respectively) were offered, in other countries the well-known 2.5-liter V6. In North America, only the 3.0-liter V6 was offered, which was replaced by a 3.5-liter V6 in 2002 (190 kW / 259 hp). Top speeds of over 230 km / h were possible with a manual transmission, and up to 210 km / h with an automatic transmission.
The top equipment in Germany included an automatic transmission with overdrive and sports gearshift, leather upholstery, front seat heating , navigation system, xenon light and auxiliary heating as standard .
Nissan Maxima (A34, 2003-2008)
| 6th generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (2003-2006) |
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| Production period: | 2003-2008 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 3.5 liters (195 kW) |
| Length: | 4915-4938 mm |
| Width: | 1821 mm |
| Height: | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2824 mm |
| Empty weight : | |
The Maxima A34, introduced in summer 2003, was not offered in Europe. The 3.5-liter V6 with 2 × 2 overhead camshafts developed 195 kW (265 hp). Power was transmitted to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission or, optionally, via a five-speed automatic.
Nissan Maxima (A35, 2008-2014)
| 7th generation | |
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 Nissan Maxima (2008-2014) |
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| Production period: | 2008-2014 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 3.5 liters (216 kW) |
| Length: | 4841 mm |
| Width: | 1859 mm |
| Height: | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2776 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1617 kg |
The Maxima of the A35 series, which was introduced in 2008, is also not offered in Europe. It has a 3.5-liter V6 with 216 kW (294 hp) and has a continuously variable automatic (CVT).
Nissan Maxima (A36, since 2015)
| 8th generation | |
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_IMG_0337.jpg) Nissan Maxima (since 2015) |
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| Production period: | since 2015 |
| Body versions : | limousine |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 2.5–3.5 liters (137–224 kW) |
| Length: | 4903 mm |
| Width: | 1860 mm |
| Height: | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2775 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1521-1569 kg |
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As part of the 49th Super Bowl on February 1, 2015, Nissan showed the advertisement With Dad . At the end of this advertisement you could see the new Maxima generation. Following the Super Bowl, Nissan released the first eight generation images.
The sedan premiered at the New York International Auto Show 2015. The Chinese version made its debut at the Guangzhou Auto Show 2015. The vehicle went on sale in summer 2015; the eighth generation is not available in Europe.
Technical specifications
| 2.5 (China) | 3.5 (USA) | |
|---|---|---|
| Construction period | 2015-2019 | since 2015 |
| Engine characteristics | ||
| Engine type | R4 petrol engine | V6 petrol engine |
| Displacement | 2488 cc | 3498 cc |
| Compression ratio | 10: 1 | |
| Max. Power at min −1 | 137 kW (186 PS) / 6000 | 224 kW (304 PS) / 6400 |
| Max. Torque in min -1 | 234 Nm / 4000 | 354 Nm / 4400 |
| Power transmission | ||
| drive | Front wheel drive | |
| Gearbox, as standard | continuously variable transmission | |
| Readings | ||
| Top speed | 211 km / h | |
| Acceleration, 0-100 km / h | 9.5-9.6 s | |
| Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined) | 7.8–8.0 l super | |
| Empty weight | 1521-1569 kg | |
| Tank capacity | 70 l | |
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- Automobile revue. Catalog numbers 1982–2006.
- Mike Covello: Standard Catalog of Imported Cars 1946-2002. Krause Publications, Iola 2002, ISBN 0-87341-605-8 .
- Joachim Kuch: Japanese automobiles. Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 1990, ISBN 3-613-01365-7 , p. 197.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ Nissan 2015 Super Bowl Commercial "With Dad" . youtube.de. November 9, 2015. Accessed November 13, 2016.
- ↑ This is the new Nissan Maxima . autobild.de. April 2, 2015. Retrieved November 13, 2016.