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Nissan Maxima QX IV (A32) 3.0 (193 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Maxima:
The Nissan Maxima is a five-passenger, front-engine, full-size car that was manufactured and marketed by Nissan as Nissan's flagship sedan primarily in North America, the Middle East, South Korea, and China — across eight generations. The Maxima debuted for model year 1982 as the Datsun Maxima, replacing the Datsun 810.
The Maxima was marketed as an upscale alternative to the Altima and prior to 1993, the Stanza, distinguished by features such as a premium interior and V6 engine. Most Maximas were built in Oppama, Japan, until North American assembly began in Smyrna, Tennessee, for the 2004 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)
QX IV (A32) Overview:
Nissan Maxima (QX IV (A32)). With 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1468 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 (193 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission slightly dulls the performance compared to the manual, with 0-100 km/h taking 9.6 seconds. However, it still offers smooth and effortless power, ideal for comfortable, less demanding driving.
Fuel Economy
The stated fuel economy of 9.4 l/100 km (combined) is identical to the manual, which is commendable, providing good efficiency for an automatic V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class
- • Smooth and reliable V6 engines (3.0L and 2.5L)
- • Good build quality and durability for its era
- • Refined ride quality, especially on highways
- • Generous trunk space
Cons:
- • Base 2.0L engines are significantly underpowered
- • Some acceleration figures appear inconsistent or very slow for their power output
- • Fuel economy for the base 2.0L (90 Hp) is high for its performance
- • Styling is somewhat conservative and dated by modern standards
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (J30): 1988 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Maxima |
| Generation: | QX IV (A32) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (193 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 193 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 64.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 255 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2988 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 173.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1468 |
| Max. weight: | 2005 |
| Max load: | 537 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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