Where there's room on price
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/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2020 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
$18,196
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$5,597$28,900
- Typical market range
- $13,999–$19,995
- Typical asking price
- $18,196
- Original MSRP range
- $34,250–$41,650
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
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Nissan Maxima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$31,510–$32,880
Estimated dealer invoice — about $34,250 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 | $16,223 | $34,250 | $31,510–$32,880 |
| SV | $16,452 | $36,450 | $33,534–$34,992 |
| SL | $18,023 | $38,840 | $35,733–$37,286 |
| SR | $20,266 | $41,650 | $38,318–$39,984 |
| Platinum | $20,891 | $41,640 | $38,309–$39,974 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$14,189$28,937$43,684
Typical askingS
$16,223
S: typical asking price $16,223, original MSRP $34,250, estimated dealer cost $31,510 to $32,880.
SV
$16,452
SV: typical asking price $16,452, original MSRP $36,450, estimated dealer cost $33,534 to $34,992.
SL
$18,023
SL: typical asking price $18,023, original MSRP $38,840, estimated dealer cost $35,733 to $37,286.
SR
$20,266
SR: typical asking price $20,266, original MSRP $41,650, estimated dealer cost $38,318 to $39,984.
Platinum
$20,891
Platinum: typical asking price $20,891, original MSRP $41,640, estimated dealer cost $38,309 to $39,974.
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 2020 Nissan Maxima runs about $18,507 in MT to $20,428 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 | $1,319 | $110+ | $19,625 |
| TX | $1,137 | $332 | $19,665 |
| FL | $1,092 | $1,074+ | $20,362 |
| NY | $728 | $371 | $19,295 |
| PA | $1,092 | $587 | $19,875 |
| IL | $1,137 | $683 | $20,016 |
| OH | $1,046 | $444 | $19,686 |
| GA | $1,274 | $637 | $20,107 |
| NC | $546 | $793 | $19,535 |
| WA | $1,183 | $215+ | $19,594 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $18,721 |
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
20
MPG city
30
MPG highway
24
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2020 Nissan Maxima configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2020 Nissan Maxima.
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Altima, Maxima and Leaf vehicles. The rear window glass may not remain properly secured to the vehicle.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the back window glass, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC752.
Campaign 20V570000 · 22/09/2020
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
Used 2020 Nissan Maxima listings ask about $18,196 at typical mileage, with most listings between $13,999 and $19,995. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2020 Nissan Maxima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $34,250, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $16,054 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $18,507 in MT to $20,428 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2020 Nissan Maxima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Nissan Maxima.
Is the listed price on a 2020 Nissan Maxima fair?
Usually, yes. 2020 Nissan Maxima listings typically ask about $17,809, roughly 2% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $18,196. 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 2020 Nissan Maxima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $31,510–$32,880 — its $34,250 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.