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Nissan Maxima 1997
The 1997 Nissan Maxima carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Nissan Maxima is also known as the Datsun Maxima (1981–1983) in markets outside Australia.
Nissan Maxima 1997 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Nissan Maxima 1997 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Aurion to replace my Maxima?
Thanks for the email. Hopefully I can keep this simple.
I would strongly recommend a Toyota Aurion V6 $30,990 drive away or the Toyota Camry $28,990 drive away (pricing current September 2015).
Unless you want the acceleration of the V6 I would opt for the four cylinder Camry, which is spritely enough and will also deliver good open road fuel economy.
For the type of driving you're doing you do not need the hybrid Camry.
Also, the base model Camry on the smaller wheels and Michelin tyres will be much more comfortable and a touch quieter than the dearer Camry models that come with sports tyres.
In both the Aurion and Camry you will be protected by seven airbags and a five star safety rating. A rear camera is standard on both models too.
The servicing costs are among the cheapest in the business.
Furthermore the intervals are longer than other Toyotas (15,000km rather than 10,000km) and the capped pricing lasts four years or 75,000, whichever comes first (other Toyotas are three years, 60,000km).
This was done to help Aurion and Camry appeal to fleets.
However, your warranty is the same as other Toyotas at three years/100,000km.
Dealership extended warranties are generally not worth the paper they are printed on, so save your money if you're offered an extension.
Please check you're comfortable when driving the Aurion and Camry. They have ample room inside and a lot of travel in the front seat rails.
Meanwhile, you're right in your assumption that Toyotas are regarded as a premium over Holden and Ford. The price is cheap because Toyota is trying to keep the factory running until 2017. It is in effect making a loss with each Camry it sells.
Toyota also has a vast rural dealer network so hopefully you're never far away from help should you need it.
Lastly, the Camry was at $26,990 drive away for much of last year and the price may limbo to that level again in the lead up to the end of the year or early next, to clear 2015 stock. This is not an inside tip, merely an educated guess on my part.
Good luck and let me know if I can help any further. I hope I'm still driving big distances in my 80s.
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Making a family choice
THE Camry is a good choice. It's a reliable model and won't cost an arm and a leg to run. I would also consider the Nissan Maxima A32, which fits your budget, and don't forget the Mitsubishi Magna. You will get a later-model Magna for the same money.
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Nissan Maxima 1997 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Nissan Maxima Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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30G | Sedan | 3.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,740 | $5,500 | |
30GV | Sedan | 3.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,510 | $6,710 | |
30S Touring | Sedan | 3.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,190 | $5,060 |
Nissan Maxima 1997 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1997 Nissan Maxima are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1770mm x 1415mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Nissan Maxima Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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30S Touring | Sedan | 1415x1770x4770 mm | 145 mm | |
30G | Sedan | 1415x1770x4770 mm | 145 mm | |
30GV | Sedan | 1415x1770x4770 mm | 145 mm |
Nissan Maxima 1997 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1997 Nissan Maxima is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Nissan Maxima currently offers fuel consumption from 8.6 to 8.6L/100km. The Nissan Maxima is available with the following fuel type: PULP.
Nissan Maxima Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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30G | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.6L/100km | |
30GV | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.6L/100km | |
30GV | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.6L/100km | |
30S Touring | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.6L/100km | |
30S Touring | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.6L/100km |
Nissan Maxima 1997 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1997 Nissan Maxima will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Nissan Maxima spans from 15x6.5 inches.
Nissan Maxima Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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30S Touring | Sedan | — | 15x6.5 inches | — | 15x6.5 inches | |
30G | Sedan | — | 15x6.5 inches | — | 15x6.5 inches | |
30GV | Sedan | — | 15x6.5 inches | — | 15x6.5 inches |
Nissan Maxima 1997 Towing capacity
The Nissan Maxima has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Nissan Maxima Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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30S Touring | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
30G | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
30GV | Sedan | 3.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg |