2007 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL
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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 2007 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL is a 255-hp 3.5-liter V6 sedan with a xtronic cvt w/manual mode, standard all models -- manual discontinued and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,300 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 255 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 252 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Maxima measures 194.4 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,591 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,300 ($47,504 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ35DE 3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 252 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Xtronic CVT w/manual mode, standard all models -- manual discontinued |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| 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 | 17-in alloy |
| Tires Front | P225/55R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 194.4 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 | 3,591 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan MAXIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 23, 2006 · STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN 'INTELLIGENT KEY' FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." DURING AN INSPECTION OF SOME VEHICLES AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED WITH THE IGNITION KNOB IN THE "OFF" POSITION BUT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION NOT BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION.
Consequence: IF THE KEY IS TURNED TO THE "OFF" POSITION WITHOUT THE TRANSMISSION BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE STEERING WHEEL CAN LOCK WHEN TURNED TO THE RIGHT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 06V402000
129 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan MAXIMA
Owner Complaints
129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan MAXIMA (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 33 |
| Service Brakes | 24 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Hydraulic | 12 |
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 2007 NISSAN MAXIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.