2010 Nissan Maxima Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 City / 26 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
290
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Rav D
Reliability. Low cost of ownership. Versatile and full of space
Great car, very stylish and performance is great. 19 inch rims make sports car a bit more aggressive
accountCircle Kelly A
Sporty, classy and dependable.
I love my maxima as much today as the first day I purchased it. It is sporty, roomy, classy and has get up and go! The sport package makes this car a dream complete with leather seats, race car stitching on the seats, paddle shifters, chrome, sport tires and a sunroof. I would definitely purchase a maxima again.
accountCircle Anita H
It's a great car that I've had for over 6 years with very little problems besides normal maintenance.
I love the pickup the car has. The only thing I don't like is that it's bigger than my last car which takes some getting used to.
accountCircle linda B
I feel that it is a safe car.
I like the style and sleek design of the car. It has a beautiful interior with a lot of the gadgets that I wanted. It also has a lot of power, and a smooth ride.
accountCircle joanna l
Very reliable whatever the road conditions. Dependable sturdy vehicle that rides very smooth
I love the style. The Way it drives and the power in the engine. It has a great skylight too
accountCircle Nick K
Overall it is an enjoyable vehicle to own and would buy another.
No problems - very reliable with no major mechanical issues since owning the car. The ride is nice and the interior features are comfortable and what I would expect from Nissan and the trim package. Car has nice styling and handles well in all weather conditions.
accountCircle Julissa R
2010 sport Nissan maxima.
My 2010 Nissan maxima is a wonderful. It is a sports car which is a plus and the gas mileage is very good. It has Bluetooth, heated and air conditioned seats. It contain a sunroof and has a power start button so entry is keyless. It has a lot of buttons on the steering wheel for better hands free. It also has voice recognition.
accountCircle Melissa G
Very reliable quiet ride just love Nissan.
I have a 2010 Nissan maxima sv runs great no problems had vehicle 4 years. These cars run excellent and are good on gas. I use mobile one synthetic oil every 6, 000 miles and I absolutely love my vehicle plan to upgrade to a 2016 in near future Nissan is the way to go.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Khadijah T
My Nissan maxima has the best audio / speakers sound in my eyes.
The auto body is expensive to repair if damaged. It performs great. Runs good on highways. Its reliable, fast and comfortable. Its leather seats are fluff. I love the touchscreen, voice and manual screen. It has a good GPS system as well. The speakers a great. It doesn't need anymore beat. I don't like the thin tires, they ruin fast.
accountCircle Margo T
Vehicles this day and age ups and downs.
I like my 2010 Nissan maxima. My only downfall with the car, are most new model cars is everything is computerized meaning, my battery went dead on our family vacation and I couldn't even get in my trunk to get booster cables. Everything is computerized so if the battery go dead that is basically the whole car.
accountCircle Ladarius L
Decent car, nice car if you were looking to give it to your daughter or son.
It is reliable, just something to drive until I can get what I really want. The gas mileage is awesome, and it is very fast. You are going 80 before you know it and it does not feel like it is going that fast at all. I do not have many complaints about this car.
accountCircle Tasharri G
It is an alright car but not the best!
The car is kind of loud. The gas runs out really fast. The car gets really hot because of the black leather seats. It is not spacious at all. The steering wheel makes the car drift to the right. The car is very fast and moves very swiftly. At first there was a problem with the battery but was able to fix it after going to the mechanics twice.
accountCircle Diana R
2010 Nissan maxima 3.5 s.
It had a head gasket problem early on. It was fixed then it had a leak. It had issues with stalling and shutting down for a couple of years where time belt was changed, batteries, and finally the alternator and crankshafts. Waste gas quick. Does not feel like it picks up speed as quick as it should. It feels like it gives out too quickly.
accountCircle Angel M
The mileage and accident reports the car has.
0ver 90, 000 miles on the car no more 100, 000 yet. I have had the car for about a year now, it is my first car and as my first my car it alright I guess. The car has no problems it is just pretty soon I would like to get another car.
accountCircle Michelle T
Nissan problems the do’s and don'ts.
Well my alternator went out. The battery has been replaced several times. Keypad battery as well. Just a lot of upkeep. Spark plugs were change. Pretty much everything under the hood at 120,00 0. Would I purchase again? No I will not. Computerized cars just give a lot of problems. Will not recommend.
accountCircle Chante L
Smooth ride, expensive to repair!
The car is definitely reliable, and is a nice luxury car. However when repairs are needed it is rather pricey! The car drives very smoothly, has a lot of power. The car sits low to the ground so if you need to go underneath the car it is easier with a lift.

Nissan Maxima Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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3.5 S
290 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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3.5 SV
290 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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3.5 SV w/Sport Pkg
290 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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3.5 SV w/Premium Pkg
290 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Nissan Maxima Owner Reviews

4.44
151 Reviews
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5 stars 56%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Bill B on June 19, 2021
Great mechanically sound vehicle.
No GPS but that is on every phone. Does not have seat heaters or the heated steering wheel. A basic package that does not have any of the bells and whistles. It is a great vehicle, but you do not the extra price increase because of the extra features and extra creature comforts. It does a great job handling the corners. The engine has not given me any problems. There have been no problems with the brakes and no problems with the transmission. Mechanically, it is a solid vehicle.
accountCircle KIARA D on June 15, 2021
Nissan 2010 nice and comfortable.
My car is getting crusty in the inside, meaning that is just need like new chairs, but it is very comfortable it does not have a lot of miles on it paint job still good. I will like to one day up car to range rover I think they look amazing and drives great.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Cheryl S.

My cat is a very comfortable riding car. It is roomy with a large truck. My car's roof has a sunroof which I love to have open in the Florida's winter time. It also has a 6 disc CD player & a great air conditioner.

likeFilled Ali P.

That its reliable and does not give me any issues. I have had the car for 8 years now and have never had it break down on me. I have also been in 2 wrecks in it and both times I was safe and was not injured.

likeFilled Keenan L.

It has over 250,000 miles and still runs perfectly. It is smooth and is fast. There are lots of features that are great: a backup camera, easily accessible display, and other great things. I'd highly recommend this car.

likeFilled Carrie G.

It has good pick up and is not noisy at all. The seats are comfortable. It has a good sized trunk with lots of room. It has a sunroof. It has leather seats. It has Bluetooth for phone calls. It is very roomy and can easily fit 5 people.

likeFilled Rachel J.

It is a fast car with very good acceleration. I also love the car because it is a reliable car to use. I like that it has a sunroof too which is nice for car rides. The seats are comfortable and the trunk is large enough to hold a lot of stuff.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Cheryl S.

Unfortunately the only color the dealer had in that model was navy blue but I really wanted a lighter color vehicle. The gas mileage is not as good as the Nissan Altima. There are no air conditioner/heat vents in the back seats.

dislikeFilled Ali P.

The paint fades too quickly and it looks really bad. I have never had a vehicle that has had paint fade like this one does. It looks real bad. If I was looking to purchase the car and saw the paint like it is now, I wouldn't purchase it.

dislikeFilled Keenan L.

It is very difficult to clean. There are lots of tiny areas that are just difficult to reach. Also, a lot of the time I do not realize how fast I am going, which could be a pro. But it has gotten me pulled over before, so I'll call it a con.

dislikeFilled Carrie G.

The Bluetooth is only for phone calls and not music. It is a little bit of an older model so it does not show you digitally the speed that you are going which I prefer over just a basic speedometer. Other than that it is great.

dislikeFilled Rachel J.

It requires more expensive gas than a typical car. It has also had a lot of trouble with the air in the tires but I think it's not the tires itself but the meter that informs you of the air in the tires.

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Owners

The 2010 Nissan Maxima has an average owner rating of 4.44 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2010 Hyundai Genesis
4.59
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2010 Nissan Maxima
4.44
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2010 Buick Lucerne
4.4

Ranks #5 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Nissan Maxima has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #5 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2010 Hyundai Genesis
30 MPG
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2010 Chevrolet Impala
29 MPG
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2010 Nissan Maxima
26 MPG

Is The 2010 Nissan Maxima A Good Car?

It is a great vehicle. Drives so smoothly and quietly. The speakers are great and the controls in the car are very easy to use.
Carrie G.
It is ok. It's been a very good car so far. The most trouble I've had with it is the steering wheel, which is hard to turn and shakes sometimes. It is pretty good on gas, which is my favorite thing... Read More
Maddie W.
Yes, it has been a reliable car. The maxima is spacious and I enjoy the heated and cooling seats and heated steering wheel
Jamaica H.
Yes. It drives smooth and I love the way it picks up speed. The car stereo is amazing and has a digital system.
Amanda M.
My Nissan Maxima is a very good vehicle. It has never left me stranded by the side of the road. It is important to take care of your car and keep the maintenance up on it.
Juan F.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Nissan Maxima?

I just got this car a few months ago but it is very reliable and it does not have any problems so far!
Carrie G.
It is pretty reliable. The only issue I've had with it is the steering wheel, which freezes up from time to time and shakes when I am going over 70 MPH.
Angeles G.
It is reliable. No problems currently and since I have gotten the vehicle. Normal wear and tear on vehicle
Olivia G.
It’s reliable. I have had my car for about 6 years and it has never broken down on me, etc. Very dependable, and drive daily.
Victoria S.
My Maxima has been very reliable. It do not have any problems. I keep up with the maintenance on it.
Jordan D.

Is The 2010 Nissan Maxima A Good Value?

My dad bought the car used for $9000. It is a great value! The car seems as if it would be so much more expensive than it actually was. We got a great deal.
Carrie G.
My Nissan Maxima was about $30,000. I consider it to be a good value since I've had it for about a decade and have had minimal issues with it.
Nikki H.
I paid under $20,000 about 6 years ago. It is a good value but it is getting older and therefore I will soon need a new car
Caitlin C.
About 27,000. The value is good especially for what you are paying. It isn't too shabby and actually a good car for that price.
Matthew R.
It depends what a person wants on their vehicle. The base cost might start around $38,000; then as one starts adding to the package, the cost goes up. I believe the cost is a good value.
Shi H.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the replacement cost for a 2010 Nissan Maxima radiator ?

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What's the 2010 Nissan Maxima power steering fluid type?

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Safety & Reliability

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety