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Nissan Maxima Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity by Year

Sedan 1990–202333 model years

18.0–20.0gal · 68–76 L

Across 33 model years (1990–2023), the Nissan Maxima has used tanks from 18.0–20.0 gallons. The 2023 model holds 18.0 gallons.

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How the tank changed over the years

Nissan Maxima fuel tank by model year
199019911992199319941995199619971998199920002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420162017201820192020202120222023

Nissan Maxima tank size by generation

Model years with the same tank sizes, grouped. A change usually marks a new generation or a redesign.

Model yearsTankLiters
2016–202318.0 gallons68 L
2004–201420.0 gallons76 L
1990–200318.5 gallons70 L

Nissan Maxima tank size by year

YearTankLitersBest highway rangeTrims
2023 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 3
2022 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 3
2021 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 3
2020 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 5
2019 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 5
2018 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 5
2017 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 7
2016 Nissan Maxima 18.0 gallons 68 L 540 mi 5
2014 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2013 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2012 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2011 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2010 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2009 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 520 mi 2
2008 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 500 mi 2
2007 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 500 mi 2
2006 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 540 mi 3
2005 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 540 mi 3
2004 Nissan Maxima 20.0 gallons 76 L 540 mi 4
2003 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 4
2002 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 4
2001 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 463 mi 7
2000 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 3
1999 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 4
1998 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 3
1997 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 3
1996 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 3
1995 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 481 mi 3
1994 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 444 mi 2
1993 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 444 mi 2
1992 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 444 mi 2
1991 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 444 mi 2
1990 Nissan Maxima 18.5 gallons 70 L 444 mi 2

Nissan Maxima fuel system recalls by year

NHTSA lists fuel-system recalls for 6 Nissan Maxima model years. Each year's page has the details, the risk and the free remedy.

Frequently asked questions

What size gas tank does the Nissan Maxima have?

The 2023 Nissan Maxima holds 18.0 gallons. Older years range from 18.0–20.0 gallons; the table has every year.

Has the tank size changed over the years?

Yes. The largest tank changed in 2016, 2004.

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