Where there's room on price
40
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 55 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 Nissan Maxima Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$13,862
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$6,300$23,400
- Typical market range
- $11,091–$17,261
- Typical asking price
- $13,862
- Original MSRP range
- $33,270–$40,940
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
55
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Nissan Maxima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$30,608–$31,939
Estimated dealer invoice — about $33,270 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $11,868 | $33,270 | $30,608–$31,939 |
| SV | $13,127 | $35,020 | $32,218–$33,619 |
| SR | $14,000 | $38,530 | $35,448–$36,989 |
| SL | $14,380 | $37,690 | $34,675–$36,182 |
| Platinum | $15,839 | $40,940 | $37,665–$39,302 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$9,542$26,404$43,266
Typical askingS
$11,868
S: typical asking price $11,868, original MSRP $33,270, estimated dealer cost $30,608 to $31,939.
SV
$13,127
SV: typical asking price $13,127, original MSRP $35,020, estimated dealer cost $32,218 to $33,619.
SR
$14,000
SR: typical asking price $14,000, original MSRP $38,530, estimated dealer cost $35,448 to $36,989.
SL
$14,380
SL: typical asking price $14,380, original MSRP $37,690, estimated dealer cost $34,675 to $36,182.
Platinum
$15,839
Platinum: typical asking price $15,839, original MSRP $40,940, estimated dealer cost $37,665 to $39,302.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Nissan Maxima runs about $14,173 in MT to $15,807 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,005 | $110+ | $14,977 |
| TX | $866 | $332 | $15,060 |
| FL | $832 | $1,074+ | $15,768 |
| NY | $554 | $371 | $14,787 |
| PA | $832 | $587 | $15,281 |
| IL | $866 | $683 | $15,411 |
| OH | $797 | $444 | $15,103 |
| GA | $970 | $637 | $15,469 |
| NC | $416 | $793 | $15,071 |
| WA | $901 | $215+ | $14,978 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $14,387 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
21
MPG city
30
MPG highway
25
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Nissan Maxima configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Nissan Maxima.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 19V654000 · 12/09/2019
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Campaign 19V807000 · 08/11/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
Used 2018 Nissan Maxima listings ask about $13,862 at typical mileage, with most listings between $11,091 and $17,261. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Nissan Maxima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $33,270, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $19,408 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $14,173 in MT to $15,807 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
There are about 55 days of national market supply for the 2018 Nissan Maxima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Nissan Maxima.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Nissan Maxima fair?
Not always. 2018 Nissan Maxima listings typically ask about $13,998, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $13,862. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $30,608–$31,939 — its $33,270 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/28/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.