A4 B5 vs Maxima A32: which is better?
Audi A4 B5 (1994–2001) vs Nissan Maxima A32 (1994–2000): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi A4 B5
Nissan Maxima A32Specifications
| Audi A4 B5 | Nissan Maxima A32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1994–2001 | 1994–2000 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.8 | 2.0 V6 |
| Power, up to | 125 hp | 140 hp |
| Torque, up to | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 479 mm | 4 810 mm |
| Width | 1 733 mm | 1 770 mm |
| Height | 1 415 mm | 1 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 617 mm | 2 700 mm |
| Fuel tank | 62 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 15 075 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi A4 B5
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Age: the last cars were built in 2001, condition is everything
Nissan Maxima A32
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
Engine (Nissan VQ (V6)): oil consumption on some engines; catalytic converter breakdown and cylinder scoring; valve cover leaks.
Which one to choose
- A4 B5 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Maxima A32 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: A4 B5 or Maxima A32?
A4 B5: up to 125 hp, Maxima A32: up to 140 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: A4 B5 — about 15 075 ₸, Maxima A32 — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.