2000 Nissan Maxima GLE
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- Photo: 2000 Nissan Maxima GXE in Satin Blue Pearl Titanium Metallic, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Nissan Maxima SE by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Maxima QX in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Nissan Maxima SE, rear 12.31.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Nissan Maxima GXE in Satin Blue Pearl Titanium Metallic, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE is a 222-hp 3.0-liter V6 sedan with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $26,249 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 222 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 217 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Maxima measures 190.5 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,294 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,249 ($49,541 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ30DE-K 3.0L DOHC 24V V6, dual-runner intake, 10:1 compression |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 222 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 217 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 10:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent struts w/ coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Beam w/ thicker stabilizer bars |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 4-wheel disc, 4-channel/4-sensor ABS |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,294 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2000 Nissan Maxima 4-DR.: overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Nissan MAXIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
NHTSA campaign 09E025000
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
376 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Nissan MAXIMA
Owner Complaints
376 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Nissan MAXIMA (27 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 19 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 181 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 75 |
| Service Brakes | 34 |
| Hydraulic | 26 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Power Train | 23 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 NISSAN MAXIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.