Where there's room on price
43
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 64 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 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
$20,005
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$9,995$28,971
- Typical market range
- $15,406–$20,966
- Typical asking price
- $20,005
- Original MSRP range
- $36,990–$42,250
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
4 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
64
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2021 Nissan Maxima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$34,031–$35,510
Estimated dealer invoice — about $36,990 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SV | $17,476 | $36,990 | $34,031–$35,510 |
| SR | $22,471 | $42,250 | $38,870–$40,560 |
| Platinum | $23,064 | $42,220 | $38,842–$40,531 |
| sl | — | $41,440 | $38,125–$39,782 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$15,494$29,863$44,232
Typical askingSV
$17,476
SV: typical asking price $17,476, original MSRP $36,990, estimated dealer cost $34,031 to $35,510.
SR
$22,471
SR: typical asking price $22,471, original MSRP $42,250, estimated dealer cost $38,870 to $40,560.
Platinum
$23,064
Platinum: typical asking price $23,064, original MSRP $42,220, estimated dealer cost $38,842 to $40,531.
sl
—
sl: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $41,440, estimated dealer cost $38,125 to $39,782.
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 2021 Nissan Maxima runs about $20,316 in MT to $22,357 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 | $1,450 | $110+ | $21,565 |
| TX | $1,250 | $332 | $21,587 |
| FL | $1,200 | $1,074+ | $22,279 |
| NY | $800 | $371 | $21,176 |
| PA | $1,200 | $587 | $21,792 |
| IL | $1,250 | $683 | $21,938 |
| OH | $1,150 | $444 | $21,599 |
| GA | $1,400 | $637 | $22,042 |
| NC | $600 | $793 | $21,398 |
| WA | $1,300 | $215+ | $21,520 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $20,530 |
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 2021 Nissan Maxima configuration (Premium).
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Nissan Maxima?
Used 2021 Nissan Maxima listings ask about $20,005 at typical mileage, with most listings between $15,406 and $20,966. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Nissan Maxima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $36,990, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $16,985 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Maxima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $20,316 in MT to $22,357 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Nissan Maxima?
There are about 64 days of national market supply for the 2021 Nissan Maxima — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2021 Nissan Maxima.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Nissan Maxima fair?
Usually, yes. 2021 Nissan Maxima listings typically ask about $17,999, roughly 10% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $20,005. 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 2021 Nissan Maxima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $34,031–$35,510 — its $36,990 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.