Trim Report

Nissan Maxima Platinum2012

Includes:MAX|Platinum
$5,795
Starting From
321
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 321 active dealer listings as of

Min $5,795
Max $37,300
From $5,795
Fresh

Platinum Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$925
$925–$13K
31 listings116,935 avg miles
3.5 S
From$2,695
188 listings|$3K–$21K
3.5 SE
From$1,200
19 listings|$1K–$10K
3.5 SL
From$1,000
183 listings|$1K–$24K
3.5 SV
From$925
357 listings|$925–$26K
GLE
From$1,999
8 listings|$2K–$7K
GXE
From$4,988
3 listings|$5K–$8K
Platinum
From$5,795
321 listings|$6K–$37K
SE
From$795
14 listings|$795–$13K
SL
From$13,995
54 listings|$14K–$29K
SR
From$5,500
226 listings|$6K–$40K
SV
From$14,999
128 listings|$15K–$29K

2012 Nissan Maxima Platinum Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Maxima Platinum

Location data for all 2012 Nissan Maxima trims combined

37States

Texas has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Nissan Maxima Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Nissan Maxima trims

Elevated

The 2012 Nissan Maxima has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 107 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
107
Complaints
6
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 107 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Nissan Maxima. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags22
02Power Train17
03Electrical System12
04Unknown Or Other10
05Steering7
107 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Maxima Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Nissan Maxima trims

22mpg combined
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19city
·
26hwy
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$2,650/yr

With 22 MPG combined, the 2012 Nissan Maxima keeps things simple on fuel costs.

Maxima - Automatic (AV-S6)
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2012 Nissan Maxima Platinum FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Platinum compare to other Nissan Maxima trims?

The Platinum occupies a distinct position in the Nissan Maxima range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Nissan Maxima Platinum?

Maintenance costs for the Platinum align with the broader Nissan Maxima ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2012 Nissan Maxima page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Nissan Maxima Platinum?

For the Platinum, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Nissan Maxima buyer's guide.

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