Nissan Maxima Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2023 Nissan Maxima as a Midsize Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2023):
The Nissan Maxima is classified by the EPA as a Midsize Cars.
Nissan Maxima Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan Maxima Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Nissan Maxima?
The EPA classifies the Nissan Maxima as a Midsize Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Nissan Maxima considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Midsize Cars), the Nissan Maxima is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.