Negotiating leverage
35
moderate leverage / 100
~53 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2020 Nissan Maxima Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$18,445
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$6,800$27,990
- Typical market range
- $14,500–$20,995
- Ridekick fair price
- $18,445
- Original MSRP range
- $34,250–$41,650
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
53
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.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SV | $16,192 | $36,300 | $33,396–$34,848 |
| S | $16,874 | $34,250 | $31,510–$32,880 |
| SL | $18,267 | $38,840 | $35,733–$37,286 |
| SR | $20,296 | $41,650 | $38,318–$39,984 |
| Platinum | $21,390 | $41,640 | $38,309–$39,974 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$14,155$28,921$43,687
Fair priceSV
$16,192
SV: fair price $16,192, original MSRP $36,300, estimated dealer cost $33,396 to $34,848.
S
$16,874
S: fair price $16,874, original MSRP $34,250, estimated dealer cost $31,510 to $32,880.
SL
$18,267
SL: fair price $18,267, original MSRP $38,840, estimated dealer cost $35,733 to $37,286.
SR
$20,296
SR: fair price $20,296, original MSRP $41,650, estimated dealer cost $38,318 to $39,984.
Platinum
$21,390
Platinum: fair price $21,390, 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 fair 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 $18,756 in MT to $20,694 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,337 | $110+ | $19,892 |
| TX | $1,153 | $332 | $19,930 |
| FL | $1,107 | $1,074+ | $20,626 |
| NY | $738 | $371 | $19,554 |
| PA | $1,107 | $587 | $20,139 |
| IL | $1,153 | $683 | $20,281 |
| OH | $1,061 | $444 | $19,950 |
| GA | $1,291 | $637 | $20,373 |
| NC | $553 | $793 | $19,791 |
| WA | $1,199 | $215+ | $19,859 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $18,970 |
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 a fair price for a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $18,445, within a typical market range of $14,500 to $20,995.
Is the 2020 Nissan Maxima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $34,250, so a fair used price is roughly $15,805 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 $18,756 in MT to $20,694 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 53 days of national market supply for the 2020 Nissan Maxima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Nissan Maxima.
How much can you negotiate on a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
Negotiating leverage rates 35/100 (moderate). ~53 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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 8/3/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.