Nissan Maxima towing capacity by year

The Nissan Maxima has tow data across 24 model years, from 1992 through 2016. The most recent 2016 Nissan Maxima carries a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb. The nameplate has been in continuous production long enough to span the pre-SAE J2807 and post-J2807 eras of towing capacity testing.

Pick a year below to open the full Nissan Maxima page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

Nissan Maxima max tow rating, last 4 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Nissan Maxima, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent Nissan Maxima years (2012–2016)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Older Nissan Maxima years (1992–2011)

Earlier model years for the Nissan Maxima, going back to 1992. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.