2012 Nissan Maxima - Consumer Discussions

Nissan Maxima Climate Control Questions/Problems

• Nissan Maxima 2012 Air Conditioner Issue

  Written by: maxima90 on Apr 12, 2013 11:54:35 AM

  Hi, I have nissan maxima 2012 SV and its really a wonderful car. It smooth in acceleration and runs great. The only issue (might not be) i have with this car is its sluggish when i turn on A/C at any speed. I normally use A/C at 75 degrees auto when i drive. Is there a best approach to run the A/C when i drive please advise...

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• Re: deciphering the lease code [rcmercer]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 9, 2013 4:08:25 PM

  Hi rcmercer. Unfortunately, the $4,000 only applies to cash purchases. There is only $1,000 available on leases of this car...plus another $1,000 since you are a current lessee for a total of two grand. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s April buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV Base with 15,000 miles per year are .00024 and 56% for consumers who qualify for ... Read More

• deciphering the lease code

  Written by: rcmercer on Apr 5, 2013 12:59:04 PM

  Thanks for your help with these questions. Currently lease a 2011 S with cold and monitor; I am getting close to my miles with still 12 mos to go; I am considering turning this car in for a new Maxima lease. If Nissan is offering $4000 in incentives/cash back on 2012 models, does this apply to both sales and leases, or only on sales? My dealer claims the $4k only applies ... Read More

Help Me Choose!

• Re: Help, Im driving myself crazy looking for the right car [sebring95]

  Written by: bayvillian on Mar 11, 2013 5:00:22 PM

  The newest generation maximas are out of my price point (I would love it). A few cars I have looked into. -Honda accord 2009 v6 (Heard a lot of complaints about this generations seats being uncomfortable along with many complaining about rear brake problems) -2011 sonata looked good, but people have said the seats aren't the most comfortable along with the car starts falling apart fairly quick (loud road noise, and ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• Re: Lease Incentives for Columbus Ohio [mdspinner]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 4, 2013 4:35:19 PM

  Here you go mdspinner. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 Maxima SV Base with 12,000 miles per year are .00024 and 57% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 model are .00003 and 54%. Yes, the new Spring loyalty program is out there. It provides ... Read More

• Re: Lease Incentives for Columbus Ohio [richmusch]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 15, 2013 5:17:00 PM

  Hi Rich. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 Maxima SV with 15,000 miles per year are .00070 and 54% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for the 2012 version of this car are .00003 and 52%. Don't forget about the cash incentives that are available on leases of this car. They vary ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Nissan Maxima [ecash5]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 8, 2013 4:43:32 PM

  Hi ecash5. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV with 15,000 miles per year are .00003 and 50% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. If I was in the market for this car right now, I personally would shoot for a selling price of a couple hundred dollars over invoice minus any available ... Read More

• 2012 Nissan Maxima [Car_man]

  Written by: ecash5 on Jan 3, 2013 7:45:50 PM

  Hi Car_man, it is now Jan 2013 and I am looking to lease the Nissan Maxima SV 2012 with Premium Package and Navigation Package. How do the residual value and money factor change now that it is 2013 for 15K miles, 39 month lease. The MSRP is $41,650. What does the True Market Value look like again now that it is 2013? Thanks!!

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Nissan Maxima Sedan 2012 [anne99]

  Written by: lauren15 on Dec 28, 2012 11:12:24 AM

  Hi, I have a 2001 that I bought in 2004 and I love it. I now have 125,000 miles on it, and I believe mine had about the same amount of mileage that yours has. I do take good care of it maintenance wise, but honestly, I would recommend this car and I would buy it again! Happy New Year!!!!

• Re: Nissan Maxima Sedan 2012 [anne99]

  Written by: guu on Dec 27, 2012 7:57:57 PM

  That's alot of miles.

• Nissan Maxima Sedan 2012

  Written by: anne99 on Dec 27, 2012 5:09:23 PM

  I may purchase a used Nissan Maxima 2012. It has 24K miles. Does anyone have significant reasons why this is not a good car to purchase? If so, please let me know. Thank you Happy New Year

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• Re: Nov Maxima Prem & Tech [antd21]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 18, 2012 3:57:05 PM

  Hi antd21. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV with 12,000 miles per year are .00016 and 53% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. If I was in the market for this car in an area that has a decent level of competition, I personally would shoot for a selling price of a ... Read More

• Nov Maxima Prem & Tech

  Written by: mgtarheels on Nov 28, 2012 2:26:09 PM

  Hi Can I get numbers for a 2012 Nissan Maxima with Prem and Tech with 12,000 miles on a 39 month lease? Here is what I was quoted: MSRP $41,975 $0 Down $540/month for 39 months @12,000 miles/year Residual > .53 Money factor > .00016 This includes an estimated $5400 of negative equity from your Infiniti G37 trade in and all taxes, tags, and fees.

• Re: Maxima lease November question [fuma08057]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 4, 2012 5:39:19 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for fuma08057. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s new November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV with 12,000 miles per year are .00016 and 54% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39-month lease are .00016 and 53%. If you were to lease with only 10,000 miles per ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: In th Dallas, TX Market for a Year End 2012 Maxima SV with Prem Tech Pkg [simmer]

  Written by: sunsonshaan07 on Oct 26, 2012 6:55:03 PM

  Looking for a '12 last year would have been like looking for a new one. Here I'm looking year end and loaded. I am fairly confident I did well as the MSRP was around $42k. There were $4k Nissan Manufacturer Rebates, $500 NMAC and More than $5k Dealer incentives to go with this.

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• Just got home w/new '12 Maxima SV

  Written by: sandiana on Oct 18, 2012 9:13:46 PM

  Got what I feel is a great deal on a 2012 Maxima SV. I had eleven payments left on my 2010 Maxima SV lease, which seemed so early to get a good deal, but sure enough I am now in a gorgeous, brand new '12 Maxima SV with Monitor Pkg, Cold Pkg, Spoiler, Splash Guards & Floor Mats (MSRP $37,200). They bought out my '10 (which they will be selling on ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Lease rates [dae928]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 19, 2012 7:49:31 AM

  Here you go dae928. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima 3.5 SV with 15,000 miles per year are .00035 and 54%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. I provided you with the 3 year numbers instead of the 2 year numbers because I don't believe that Nissan is currently providing any support ... Read More

• Re: New Lease MF & Residuals [tomax]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 19, 2012 7:45:29 AM

  Greetings tomax. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV Premium with 15,000 miles per year are .00035 and 53%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. I don't believe that Nissan is offering any special loyalty incentives on this car right now, but there is cash on leases of it in certain areas. ... Read More

• Re: Lease Rates [dae928]

  Written by: njshorewill on Aug 18, 2012 9:18:12 PM

  I just leased a 2012 Maxima SV w. Sport Package, Monitor Package, Varpets Mats & undertrunk organizer (waster of $$) Anyway, sticker was $38,800.. Was drawn to the Dealer they offered the last 6 months off my lease )2010 SV Sport w. 28K miles), waive $500 in damages (I had rear ended someone at 15 MPH, so there was damage), they waived all costs, etc. The sticker on my new car ... Read More

Passenger Seat Vibration 2009 Nissan Maxima

• Re: Passenger Seat Vibration 2009 Nissan Maxima [wayne2605]

  Written by: smarty666 on Aug 10, 2012 12:55:29 PM

  Never had a real resolution to the issue and its sad to see that Nissan has done nothing over the course of 4 years to fix it, even with the 2012s. I was told that they all do that and I would have to live with it. Suffice it to say, my lease is done next month and I'm glad to not have bought the car. Too many quality issues with ... Read More

• Re: Passenger Seat Vibration 2009 Nissan Maxima [sbahreini]

  Written by: wayne2605 on Aug 10, 2012 9:50:21 AM

  I have had the same issue with my 2009 maxima that everyone is complaining about. Since I bought my car in 2012, I noticed this problem right away and I brought it up with the Nissan Dealer, but they just dismissed the issue. I would be very interested to find out how your case is going. You can reach me on my e-mail at rawle2006@yahoo.com.

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• 2012 Nissan Maxima Limited Edition

  Written by: kf5993 on Jul 19, 2012 8:46:26 AM

  Jumping into the car shopping ring. I'm pretty well educated due to the research that I've been doing for years. Anyways, the title says it all. I'm interested in leasing a winter frost LE. I'd be trading in my car now which I own (still owe on). I can get about 10k for it on trade and break even. I'm looking to be at $300-315/mo on the max. Any insight from ... Read More

• Re: so confused in new york [tuska788]

  Written by: td_inc on May 30, 2012 2:18:34 PM

  Hey Tuska788, I always wished people would give more upfront info or yes/no on pricing here so we could make this a quicker process. SO... I'll offer my two cents if it helps. I'm in NJ I just leased a 2012 Maxima SV with Prem + Tech (12k/yr) $449/month/39 months $500 + first month payment out of pocket. (The $500 covered MV and misc) They paid off $1200 in lease payments ... Read More

2010 Nissan Maxima

• Re: Battery Supplier [alan_s]

  Written by: tommerrick9 on May 23, 2012 9:01:50 AM

  Please add me to the complaint list for Defective Batteries in the Maxima 2010. Nissan may have did the right thing by changing battery suppliers but they are certainly not doing right by their loyal longtime Nissan customers when it comes to replacement. My car has 16K miles and is less than 30 months old. I received the click when trying to start the car twice over a 1 week period ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Maxima SV - looking to purchase new [droptopsolara]

  Written by: droptopsolara on Apr 29, 2012 8:10:58 AM

  Hi, I am in CT and I recently test drove a few SV's and not finding exactly the color combination I was looking for in a 2011. What I am finding is for a 2012 SV Prem and Tech, Mats, splash guards, etc with an MSRP of 41500, with rebates, and financing through Nissan (there's a 500 rebate for that) best price I am seeing is 34,400 before tax, title, doc. ... Read More

2010 Nissan Maxima

• Re: Just Purchased 2012 Maxima [wbizzle]

  Written by: alan_s on Apr 27, 2012 7:19:48 AM

  Wbizzle, I also have a 2012 Maxima and I have the same complaint. The panoramic roof is just about unusable due to the wind noise. I've looked everywhere for a deflector and asked the Nissan dealer if the deflector for the regular moonroof would fit and they told me it will not. They told me that Nissan is coming out with a deflector for the panoramic roof models, but they don't ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• Did I get bent over?

  Written by: dford78 on Apr 15, 2012 7:01:01 AM

  I just leased a 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV in Southern NJ. It has splash guards, monitor package, cold package, floor mats, trunk sub-floor organizer. Total sticker price $37,155. I traded in a 2009 Altima with a negative value of $514.00. I wasn't complaining about the negative value because it had $2,600 in damages and I owed $13,114. The numbers look like this 39 month lease, 12k miles a year, $1000 ... Read More

2010 Nissan Maxima

• Dual sunroof trim problems, whistling noise

  Written by: josyme on Apr 9, 2012 3:00:40 PM

  I just got a new 2012 Maxima SV Premium, and one of the side trim pieces alongside the sun roof was sticking up a 1/4 inch and whistling (I thought). They fixed it, flush with the roofline now, but still not as tight and even as it should be, as it is on the driver's side. AND it turns out, the whistle was unrelated. It's the front piece between the windshield ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Lease Questions

• What are your thoughts on this lease offer?

  Written by: commanderjon on Mar 16, 2012 1:16:27 PM

  I'm looking at leasing a 2012 Nissan Maxima SV with cold and monitor pkgs. I'd like to know if this is a great lease deal. I've never leased before so any suggestions/feedback would be welcome. Is there anything I'm missing or need to know? Thanks in advance! $2000 down and $339/month Lease term: 39 months Purchase Price used for lease calculation: $31169 Addt'l fees: Tax $1972.08, Tags $272, Processing Fee $199 ... Read More

• Re: Maxima March Lease Rates [y2001]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 15, 2012 3:38:46 PM

  I sure do y2001. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a base 2012 Maxima SV with 12,000 miles per year are .00041 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2011 model are .00003 and 48%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2012 Maxima President's Day Lease Special [iburrows]

  Written by: khuzbuz on Mar 12, 2012 1:10:12 PM

  Thanks for the heads up iburrows! That lease loyalty rebate is a significant amount! Hopefully, Nissan will come out with another great car within the next 3 years for me to stick with the brand. I must admit I got a pretty good deal. I forgot to mention that I still owed 6 months of lease payments on my Acura that I traded in. The value Herb Gordon offered me, combined ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Maxima President's Day Lease Special [khuzbuz]

  Written by: iburrows on Mar 12, 2012 11:34:11 AM

  for march in my region (OH) money factor is .00087 on any MAXIMA S. You didn't get a "fairly good deal": you got an insane deal. your sale price is $500 below dealer holdback! well done, they must have been desperate! tip: look out for Nissan Lease Loyalty in Feb. or Aug. 3 years from now... nissan will waive your remaining payments, waive $500 wear and tear, and also give you ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Maxima President's Day Lease Special [desigator]

  Written by: iburrows on Mar 12, 2012 11:27:15 AM

  i'm located in a different state... so this all might be pointless, but from what I can see this "sale price of ~$27,000" doesnt seem to be possible. also, what tax % do you guys in have in MD? according to what I have here (i work at a Nissan Dealer) ~$1,700 in sales tax on this vehicle equals ~13%. again unless stuff is calculated drastically differently between Ohio and MD ... Read More

• 2012 Maxima President's Day Lease Special

  Written by: khuzbuz on Mar 12, 2012 6:35:55 AM

  I recently leased a 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5S with Limited Edition Package over the President's Day weekend. I think I got a fairly good deal. MSRP - $33,695 Sales Price - $27,936 (After lease rebate of $1,000 and holiday bonus of $500) MD Tax - $1,778 Tags - $272 Dealer Processing Fee - $199 Residual Value - 57% Money Factor - 0.00104 Term - 39 months / 15k miles per year ... Read More

• Maxima S Lease

  Written by: mr_t0ad on Feb 13, 2012 8:27:30 PM

  Hi Car Man, I am new to this forum. I been reading the posts getting ready to lease a Nissan Maxima. I got a quote today for a basic 2012 Maxima S. The MSRP is $33,835.00. 39 Month lease, 12k miles. It is $1,850 up front which includes MVC fees, Bank and Doc Fee, First month payment. The payment is $299 a month including the 7% NJ sales tax. Does this ... Read More

• Re: Maxima SV with Premium & Tech Pkg [jmcaleney]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 9, 2012 4:47:55 PM

  Here you go Jon. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s February buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV Premium with 15,000 miles per year are .00059 and 54%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Nissan is currently only offering a $1,000 cash incentive on leases of the Maxima in your area. That means that the dealer is offering you ... Read More

• Going Back to Dealer Tomo

  Written by: nissanowner15 on Jan 13, 2012 7:48:56 AM

  Hi All, I would appreciate your experienced help. I live on Long Island in New York.. I currently have a leased 2009 Nissan Altima and my lease ends in October 2012. I have been receiving offers from my Nissan Dealer about giving in my current lease and getting me in a new car. So I went in and see what the deal was, and when I got there I explained that ... Read More

• Re: Maxima 24 month lease rates [Car_man]

  Written by: dbwc on Jan 10, 2012 6:23:41 AM

  Car_Man, Thanks for everything you do for these forums. Long time lurker but first time poster. Helped us get a great deal on a 2012 Acura TL last week. Am I reading your post right? A 2012 Nissan Maxima with a .00003 Money Factor?! I was wondering if that same money factor applied to a 2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5S and what would be the residual on a 15k miles per year ... Read More

• Re: Maxima 24 month lease rates [tga01]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 9, 2012 4:34:24 PM

  Here you go tga01. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a base 2012 Maxima SV with 15,000 miles per year are .00210 and 61%, respectively. As you can see, for some reason NMAC's money factors for 24-month leases aren't attractive. Its 36-month factor is .00063 is much better (57% resid). The difference on the 2011 model is even more ... Read More

• Re: Maxima SV with Premium Pkg [arturob]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 8, 2012 7:47:09 AM

  Hi arturob. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00063 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39-month lease are .00063 and 55%. If NMAC offers leases with only 10,000 miles per year, its residual values for that ... Read More

• Maxima SV with Premium Pkg

  Written by: arturob on Dec 21, 2011 6:35:49 PM

  hi Car_Man! Do you know the current residual and money factor for a 2012 Nissan Maxima SV with Premium Package for 10,000 Miles/Year for 36 months and 39 months terms? Thanks! arturo

• Re: 2012 Maxima S Dec. lease rates [smdpaiz]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 19, 2011 4:26:36 PM

  You're very welcome smdpaiz. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima S Limited with 15,000 miles per year are .00126 and 59%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2012 Maxima S Dec. lease rates [jsark994]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 11, 2011 2:17:45 PM

  Hi jsark994. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Maxima SV Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00080 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2012 Maxima S Dec. lease rates [ajpbf7]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 8, 2011 4:57:44 PM

  I'd be happy to help you out ajpbf7. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Maxima S Limited with 12,000 miles per year are .00126 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39-month lease are .00126 and 59%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Maxima Lease Rate / Residual 24 months [tga01]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 27, 2011 2:02:07 PM

  I certainly do tga01. NMAC's November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 base Maxima SV with 15,000 miles per year are .00210 and 53%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. As you can see, Nissan is not currently providing any support on 24-month leases of this car. You would be much better off going with a 36-month lease....00003 ... Read More

• Re: CarMan need Residual and Money Factor [biggamer1023]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 27, 2011 1:55:56 PM

  Hi biggamer1023. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a base 2012 Maxima SV with 12,000 miles per year are .00092 and 59%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. As far as cash incentives go, Nissan is providing a $1,000 cash incentive on leases of this car in the Eastern part of the country and another ... Read More

• New 2012 Nissan Maxima

  Written by: ahashmi on Jun 28, 2011 9:03:59 AM

  For those of you looking for a car, the new facelift is released and will be available at the end of Aug. http://nissannews.com/image-gallery.do?method=view&imageGalleryId=400&mid=1

2011 Nissan Maxima

• Re: 2011 Maxima [sanish]

  Written by: smarty666 on Sep 9, 2010 7:28:25 AM

  It looks like the only major changes are going to be for people who get the sports package for 2011. I'm anticipating the mid life refreshing for the 2012 model year. Can't wait to see the refinement and improvements and cosmetic changes Nissan makes to it!