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2021 Nissan Maxima Engine Specifications & Performance Ratings

What Engine Comes Installed in the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

The Nissan Maxima has received praise throughout the years for its stylish exterior design and exceptional performance compared to other vehicles in its segment. Wondering what engine comes installed in the 2021 Nissan Maxima? Interested in learning how much horsepower and torque this sedan can produce? We’ve put together all the information drivers need to know.


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The 2021 Nissan Maxima can be found in multiple trim levels, including the SV, SR, Platinum and 40th Anniversary Edition. Every configuration of the 2021 Nissan Maxima comes equipped with a 3.5-liter, V6 engine that can output up to 300 horsepower and 261 pound-feet of torque. Every 2021 Maxima configuration is front-wheel drive.

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What Features Come Standard in the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

Many interior technology features and systems come standard in the 2021 Nissan Maxima. Bluetooth compatibility with smart devices, smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, several USB ports and power-adjustable front seats all come standard in this sedan.

How Safe is the 2021 Nissan Maxima?

The Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of driver assistance features comes standard in the 2021 Maxima as well. As a result, the 2021 Maxima comes standard with blind-spot monitoring, an active lane control system, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking and more.

Matt Castrucci Nissan, located at 3013 Mall Park Drive in Dayton, OH, can help vehicle shoppers who are interested in purchasing a 2021 Nissan Maxima. Browse through our online inventory right here on our website and explore our current selection of 2021 Maxima models. Drivers with any questions or inquiries about the 2021 Maxima can contact one of our dealership’s staff members by calling (855) 299-1946.