2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE MT
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- Photo: 2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL, front right by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Maxima Sedan '07 by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Nissan Maxima SL, rear 12.22.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE MT is a 265-hp 3.5-liter V6 sedan with a 6-speed close-ratio manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,900 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 265 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 255 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Maxima measures 193.5 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,464 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $27,900 ($44,978 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ35DE 3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 265 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed close-ratio manual (helical LSD) (last year of manual) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 20 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut w/coil spring + stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent (Skyline-derived) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.60 in x 1.10 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.50 in x 0.35 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18-in alloy |
| Tires Front | P245/45R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,464 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE MT 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 |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Nissan MAXIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 13, 2006 · SUSPENSION:REAR
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE REAR SUBFRAME MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRACK IN A BRACKET WHICH HOLDS PART OF THE REAR SUSPENSION.
Consequence: IF THE BRACKET IS CRACKED, THE STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE MAY BE AFFECTED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THIS COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SUBFRAME TO DETERMINE IF IT WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND REPLACE IT, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 06V046000
Nov 7, 2005 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE DRIVER PREFERRED PACKAGE, THE WIRE HARNESS FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT SWITCH MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY AND COULD BE PINCHED UNDER THE DRIVER SEAT.
Consequence: A PINCHED HARNESS, IN COMBINATION WITH DRIVING VIBRATION, MAY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE HARNESS THAT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE IN THE SEAT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS AND ROUTE IT CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 05V512000
576 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Nissan MAXIMA
Owner Complaints
576 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Nissan MAXIMA (21 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 393 |
| Service Brakes | 59 |
| Engine | 47 |
| Hydraulic | 40 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 |
| Electrical System | 26 |
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 2006 NISSAN MAXIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.