The Nissan Maxima A32 is a sedan produced from 1994 to 2000.
Engines: 2.0 V6 (VQ20DE), 140 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,810 mm, wheelbase 2,700 mm, fuel tank 70 L.
Facelift: 1998. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Nissan Maxima A32 (1994–2000): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 1994–2000 |
|---|---|
| Body | sedan |
| Engine | 2.0 V6 |
| Engine code | VQ20DE |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 140 hp |
| Torque | 177 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 4-speed |
| Gearbox model | 4AT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,810 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Fuel tank | 70 L |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) | Over 20 years (×0.5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 V6 | ≈ 16,475 ₸ | ≈ 11,532 ₸ | ≈ 8,238 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Also 3.0 V6 193 hp
Pros and cons
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large tank: 70 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Nissan VQ (V6): oil consumption on some engines
- Age: the last cars were built in 2000, condition is everything
Common problems and what to check
Engine: Nissan VQ (V6)
- oil consumption on some engines
- catalytic converter breakdown and cylinder scoring
- valve cover leaks
What to check when buying: oil consumption; catalytic converter condition.
Tip: Check the catalytic converters and replace if needed.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 205/65R15; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Nissan Maxima A32 have?
2.0 V6, code VQ20DE, 140 hp, 177 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (4AT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 70 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Nissan Maxima A32 in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 16,475 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.