Trim Report

Nissan Maxima SL2018

Includes:MAX|SL
$13,995
Starting From
54
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 54 active dealer listings as of

Min $13,995
Max $29,490
From $13,995
Fresh

SL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$7,498
$7K–$23K
128 listings87,891 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

2018 Nissan Maxima SL Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Maxima SL

Location data for all 2018 Nissan Maxima trims combined

37States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Nissan Maxima Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Nissan Maxima trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 36 complaints for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
36
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 36 issues reported over 1 model years, forward collision avoidance problems are the most common for the 2018 Nissan Maxima. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Forward Collision Avoidance4
02Unknown Or Other4
03Service Brakes4
04Electrical System3
05Visibility/wiper2
36 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Maxima Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Nissan Maxima trims

25mpg combined
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21city
·
30hwy
·
$2,300/yr

The 2018 Nissan Maxima is rated at 25 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

Maxima - Automatic (AV-S7)
25mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the SL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Nissan Maxima SL

How does the SL compare to other Nissan Maxima trims?

Every Nissan Maxima trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Nissan Maxima SL?

Maintenance costs for the SL align with the broader Nissan Maxima ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is forward collision avoidance. Check the 2018 Nissan Maxima page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Nissan Maxima SL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Nissan Maxima SL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Nissan Maxima overview compares all years side by side.

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