2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV
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- Photo: 2009 Nissan Maxima S, Front Left, 01-02-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Maxima (A35) 1X7A6833 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Nissan Maxima, rear 8.22.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Nissan Maxima, rear 3.5.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: NISSAN MAXIMA A35 interior by resedabear, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV is a 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 sedan with a xtronic cvt w/manual mode and ds mode, optional paddle shifters and front-wheel drive. It starts at $32,860 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 290 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 261 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Maxima measures 190.6 inches long on a 109.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,565 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $32,860 ($49,788 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ35DE 3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6, quad E-VTC valve timing |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Xtronic CVT w/manual mode and Ds (Drive Sport) mode, optional paddle shifters |
| 1st Gear | 2.371 |
| 2nd Gear | 0.439 |
| Final Drive | 5.173 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 20 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut/coil spring, 25.4mm stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link double-wishbone, 21.0mm stabilizer |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.60 x 1.10 in vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.13 x 0.63 in vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18-in 10-spoke aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P245/45R18 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.6 in |
| Width | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in |
| Front Track | 62.4 in |
| Rear Track | 62.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,565 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.1 in |
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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 2009 Nissan MAXIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 16, 2009 · SUSPENSION
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK.
Consequence: IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).
NHTSA campaign 09V358000
339 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan MAXIMA
Owner Complaints
339 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan MAXIMA (7 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 168 |
| Electrical System | 79 |
| Air Bags | 43 |
| Suspension | 36 |
| Unknown Or Other | 33 |
| Engine | 18 |
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 2009 NISSAN MAXIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.