Nissan Maxima Eighth generation (A36) (2016 - 2018)



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Eighth generation (A36) of Nissan Maxima has been in production since 2016 by 2018.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Eighth generation (A36) is longer than the previous generation by 2.2 inches , is lower by 1.3 inches. The weight of the car has decreased by 85 lbs.

  • 2018 Nissan Maxima Engines list

  • 2017 Nissan Maxima Engines list

  • 2016 Nissan Maxima Engines list


Nissan Maxima Eighth generation (A36) dimensions and specs


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Eighth generation (A36)
Body style Sedan
Engine options VQ35DE, 3.5L V-6, 250 HP, 260 lb/ft
Transmission Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD
Drive type front-wheel
Length 192.80 in
Width 73.20 in
Height 56.50 in
Wheelbase 109.30 in
Curb weight 3471 - 3608 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Cargo capacity 14.3 cu.in
Cargo capacity with seats hold down 14.3 cu.in
Front hip room 54 - 54.2 in
Rear hip room 53.5 - 54 in
Front Headroom 38.9 - 39.4 in
Rear Headroom 35.8 - 37 in
Front shoulder room 56.7 - 57 in
Rear shoulder room 55.7 - 56 in
Fuel tank capacity 18.00 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 21 - 22/30
Towing capacity 2240 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 5.60 sec
¼ mile time 14.1 - 14.2 sec

Nissan Maxima Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Nissan Maxima Eighth generation (A36) production period from 2016 to 2018 drivers have reported 107 complaints. The most common problems are SERVICE BRAKES, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2018 Maxima
12
2017 Maxima
36
2016 Maxima
59

Problem Category Number of Problems
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owned a 2016 nissan maxima. while driving 60 mph the brake pedal was depressed but failed to...
22
~ 21430 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
sunroof transmission front bumper clip fuel sonar senor not working ...
21
~ 19336 miles
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owned a 2016 nissan maxima. while driving 60 mph the brake pedal was depressed but failed to...
15
~ 19449 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
front bumper clip was broken still waiting for dealer to replace bumper. left tail light has water in it....
10
~ 34488 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
front bumper clip was broken still waiting for dealer to replace bumper. left tail light has water in it....
9
~ 31139 miles
SEAT BELTS
the seat belts indicator lights for the driver never comes on even when you remove the seat belts i've reported
6
~ 4800 miles
STEERING
front bumper clip broken car stalls when driving up an incline at low speeds. car pulls to the left when...
6
~ 4344 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan maxima. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v486000 (fuel/ propulsion system)....
6
~ 18847 miles
POWER TRAIN
sunroof transmission front bumper clip fuel sonar senor not working ...
6
~ 32522 miles
ENGINE
sunroof transmission front bumper clip fuel sonar senor not working ...
6
~ 8682 miles
WHEELS
steering/straight line tracking on this nissan maxima sv (purchased 06/28/2016) is horribly unpredictable from it's date of purchase. driver required...
5
~ 4607 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
i bought this car from a use car dealer on 01/31/2017. on 02/08/2017 my daughter told me to go on...
5
~ 17720 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
water vapor or fog develops in the headlights which have cause a haze on the interior of the headlamps. ...
5
~ 27140 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan maxima. while driving various speeds the vehicle would sporadically decelerate without warning. the...
4
~ 28324 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan maxima. the contact stated the windshield wiper failed to properly clear the windshield....
4
~ 20185 miles
SUSPENSION
takata recall.i brought my 2016 maxima in june 2015. plastic bottles melts and explodes in my car. and eye glass...
3
~ 9624 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
nhtsa campaign #15v486000 & nna file #19808586. new fuel tank has been installed by dealer. i'm not comfortable that dealer...
2
~ 750 miles
SEATS
takata recall.i brought my 2016 maxima in june 2015. plastic bottles melts and explodes in my car. and eye glass...
2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
tl* the contact owns a 2018 nissan maxima. while driving various speeds the collision avoidance system erroneously activated although no...
1
~ 40000 miles
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING > FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
tl* the contact owns a 2018 nissan maxima. while attempting to accelerate from a stop the vehicle braked suddenly. hawkinson...
1
~ 4098 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan maxima. while driving 65 mph the sun roof exploded without warning. there were...
1
~ 22000 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl* the contact owns a 2017 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 60 mph the vehicle failed to accelerate when the...
1
~ 33500 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Nissan Maxima and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Nissan Maxima to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

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  • Xotic Tech 29' Side Skirt Extension Splitter Rocker Winglet Diffuser Lip Wing Panel Body Kit Compatible with Most Cars Universal Fit (Gloss Black) 2Pcs

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    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
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    Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...

    • Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...

Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
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  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

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    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
  • Car Reindeer Decoration, Reindeer Antlers Nose Tail with Jingle Bell Christmas Decoration for Car Windows, Grille, Christmas Decor Best for Cars, Vehicles, SUVs, Trucks, Car Exterior Accessories

    Car Reindeer Decoration, Reindeer Antler...

    • [DURABLE DECORATION FOR CAR] Our reindeer car decoration is made of premium fabric, build-in high-quality PVC clip to ensure stability and durability that can still stay on the car even in a high speed driving....

Rims

Coilovers

  • iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Finish JDM Quick Release Fastener Kit Compatible With Car Bumper Trunk Fender Hatch Lid

    iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...

    • Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
    • Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
    • Made with T6 6061 high quality...
  • Godspeed MSS1070-C MonoSS Coilover Lowering Kit, Fully Adjustable, Ride Height, Spring Tension And 16 Click Damping, compatible with Nissan Maxima (A36) 2016-20

    Godspeed MSS1070-C MonoSS Coilover Lower...

    • Compatible With Nissan Maxima (A36) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020; TRUE COILOVERS CONVERSION
    • Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 8 kg/mm || 6 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
    • 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16...
  • R9-HS2-082_5 compatible with Nissan Maxima (A36) 2016-20 Hyper-Street II Coilover Kit w/ 32-Way Damping Force Adjustment Lowering Kit by Rev9, 32 Damping Level Adjustment

    R9-HS2-082_5 compatible with Nissan Maxi...

    • Compatible With Nissan Maxima (A36) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020; TRUE COILOVER CONVERSION - please remove rear OE springs
    • Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 8 kg/mm (448 lbs/inch)/5 kg/mm (280 lbs/inch); Damping Levels: 32 Ways
    • Specially...
  • Ksport CNS390-KP | Compatible with 07-18 Nissan Altima - Kontrol Pro Adjustable Coilovers | Lowers Vehicle & Increases Handling Suspension Kit |

    Ksport CNS390-KP | Compatible with 07-18...

    • 36-WAY ADJUSTABLE DAMPING - All Ksport coilovers offer 36 levels of damping which allow you the ability to perfectly dial in your coilover kit. Set damping to full soft for a nice comfortable cruising setting...
  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

    Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...

    • ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
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Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

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  • 3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal, 2PCS 3.8' X 0.6' Patriotic Stars Stripe USA Flag Car Stickers for Laptop/Car/Truck/Window/Bumper

    3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...

    • Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
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  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

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  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

    8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...

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