What's New in the 2018 Nissan Maxima?
The 2018 Maxima gains Android Auto this year, complementing the already standard Apple CarPlay and NissanConnect. Forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking were made standard late in the 2017 model year, and carry over to all 2018 Maxima models. See the 2018 Nissan Maxima models for sale near you
Which Maxima is the Best?
If you're looking to the Maxima for its maximum performance potential, the SR is the clear choice. However, if you're looking for a less jarring ride with the same acceleration and luxury, the SV satisfies most needs. Unfortunately, if you want the advanced collision-avoidance systems obtainable on many of the Maxima's less expensive competitors, the more expensive SL, SR and Platinum are the only ways to get them.
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How Much Does a 2018 Nissan Maxima Cost?
The 2018 Nissan Maxima from Nissan offers five distinct trims: S, SV, SL, SR and Platinum. Features are packaged by trim, leaving only some dealer-installed items as optional equipment.
The Maxima S ($33,905) features a manual tilt-telescopic steering column, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 18-inch aluminum wheels, auto headlights, fog lights, an 8-speaker AM/FM/6-CD stereo with an 8-in color touchscreen, navigation with SiriusXM and Bluetooth streaming audio, NissanConnect mobile apps, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two illuminated USB ports, a rearview monitor, cloth seating, an 8-way power driver's seat, a 4-way power passenger seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, Intelligent Key with push-button start and a 7-in Advanced Drive-Assist Display. Standard safety features include Predictive Forward-Collision Warning (which can sense trouble at a distance of two cars ahead) and Intelligent Forward Emergency Braking.
The SV ($35,905) adds driver's-seat manual thigh extension and power lumbar support, leather seating, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and front and rear parking sensors.
The SL ($38,325) adds a heated steering wheel, a dual-panel panoramic sunroof, 11-speaker Bose audio, active noise cancellation and active sound enhancement. Standard safety features include a blind spot monitoring system, rear cross-traffic alert and Intelligent Cruise Control.
The SR ($39,165) loses the panoramic sunroof but gains a sport-tuned electronic adjustable suspension with Yamaha Performance Dampers, Nissan's Active Trace Control and Active Engine Brake, 19-in alloy wheels, LED projector headlights, upgraded leather seating with quilted-pattern Alcantara inserts, heated and ventilated front seats and aluminum sport pedals.
The Platinum ($41,575) adds to the SL's equipment list with upgraded leather seating, a power adjustable steering column, LED projector headlights, rain-sensing wipers, NissanConnect Services, 2-position memory for the driver's seat, steering column and mirrors, a power rear sunshade and the Around View monitor. Additional safety features include moving-object detection and the driver-attention alert system.
Optional features include the Midnight Edition (SR grade) and a few standalone items such as a rear spoiler, rear diffuser, additional rear USB ports and an interior light package.