Used 1998 Nissan Maxima
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1998 Nissan Maxima Overview
Maxima Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Nissan Maxima (1995-1999) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 539 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Nissan Maxima
"Best vehicle ever"
"We love, love this car. Never had a major problem. Change the oil every 2,000 miles with premium oil and the car rides like a "purring kitten". Nothing on the car does not work."
"They don't make them like this any more."
"The 1999 maxima is beyond reliable. I have owned this car since it was new off the lot. It has been an excellent car and has taken relentless punishment day in and day out. Along the way I have had to replace the fuel injectors, starter, axle boots, oxygen sensors, valve cover gaskets , radiator & motor mounts. It is now in need of a front engine cover seal and 6th set of tires (another $1,500). The Bose sound system still sounds great and the car still handles like a car half its age. The reality is I can't replace this cars current performance for anything less than $50k new which is double what I originally paid for it. Her beauty is beginning to fade but I still love her."
"2 decades and still going strong"
"The car was pleasure to drive. Passing power without a turbo. Nice for family car. ABS really helped in the winter! This car had outstanding reliability. Engine/transmission was 100% reliable. Until 2016 just normal maintenance items. In 2016 one of the front struts failed. I was surprised that the car was still driveable. Great design! Owners Manual said Premium gas. Worked fine on Regular. My pet peeve is trunk is one inch too small to fit my extra large suitcase. The limit is the spring mechanism not the trunk itself."
Overall 1998 Nissan Maxima Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Nissan Maxima is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Nissan Maxima quality a 4.8 out of 5.
1998 Nissan Maxima Reliability
The 1998 Nissan Maxima receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1998 Maxima Features
According to drivers of the 1998 Maxima, here are some of its best features:
- Same chassis as luxury car Infinity
- You could smoke this one , no problem
- Reliable, comfortable, great on gas, great pickup
- Fun to drive, dependable, easy to maintain.
- Fun to drive
1998 Nissan Maxima MPG by Trim
1998 Maxima GXE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1998 Maxima GLE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1998 Maxima SE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1998 Maxima Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1998 Nissan Maxima front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
1998 Nissan Maxima Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
1998 Nissan Maxima
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1998 Nissan Maxima Values and Prices
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1998 Nissan Maxima Depreciation
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1998 Nissan Maxima Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2022 | - | $1,756 | $640 | ||
2023 | $103 | $1,653 | $684 | ||
2024 | $79 | $1,574 | $585 | ||
2025 | $65 | $1,509 | $505 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1998 Nissan Maxima Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3069 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 99.6 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 189.4 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.8 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.5 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.7 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
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Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 190 @ 5600 RPM | ||
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Torque | 205 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 7.5 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 112 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / 60000 miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1998 Nissan Maxima Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1998 Nissan Maxima |  New 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 |  New 2026 Kia EV4 |  New 2026 Volvo ES90 | ||
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| Price | N/A | $39,095 | N/A | N/A | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.6 | 4.4 | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.2 | N/A | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 151/Hwy 120/Comb 135 MPGe | N/A | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Electric | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | $57,874 | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | N/A | N/A | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | N/A | N/A | |
| Horsepower | 190 @ 5600 RPM | 149 HP | N/A | N/A | |
| Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | Electric Motor | N/A | N/A | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | N/A | N/A |
1998 Nissan Maxima Rankings
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