Petrol
2008 Nissan Maxima
The 2008 Nissan Maxima is a sedan. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 265 hp (198 kW), with a CVT and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.5 seconds and top speed is 124 mph (200 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Nissan | Model | Maxima |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | Nissan 2008 Maxima |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Super Black, Brilliant Silver, Winter Frost Pearl, Fresh Powder, Navy Blue, Dark Slate |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,500 cc |
| Power | 265 hp / 198 kW | Torque | 248 Nm / 183 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.5 sec | Top Speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 19 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,540 kg (3,395 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SEDANS
Compared with other 2008 sedans in our database, its 265 hp is close to the average for a 2008 sedan (272 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.7 seconds quicker than average.
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | Average 2008 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 265 hp | 272 hp (99 cars) | -2% |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 336 Nm (99 cars) | -26% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 s | 7.2 s (98 cars) | -9% |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 136 mph (98 cars) | -9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,540 kg | 1,602 kg (117 cars) | -4% |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 3,309 cc (117 cars) | +6% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 sedans with similar power to the 2008 Nissan Maxima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 265 hp | 6.5 s | 1,540 kg |
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 263 hp | 7.5 s | 1,630 kg |
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | 268 hp | 7.5 s | 1,615 kg |
| 2008 Lexus ES 350 | 268 hp | 7.5 s | 1,545 kg |
| 2008 Volvo S60 AWD | 258 hp | 8.5 s | 1,525 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE NISSAN MAXIMA
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre