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1997 Nissan Maxima SE as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

JN1CA21D6VT856418
3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
FWD
Drive
JAPAN
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Nissan Maxima

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID JN1 Nissan · Asia · Japan
VDS · Descriptor CA21D Maxima SE
VIS · Vehicle ID 6VT856418 1997 · Serial 856418

Basic Information

MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1997
TrimSE
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerNissan
CountryJAPAN

Engine & Performance

Engine3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeFWD
Plant CodeT
Serial Number856418

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • GLE
    MSRP $26,899 · Curb Weight-manual 3085 · Dealer Invoice $23,943, +9 more
    View this trim →
  • GXE
    MSRP $21,499 · Curb Weight-automatic 3012 · Curb Weight-manual 3069, +9 more
    View this trim →
  • SE
    shown above
    MSRP $23,299 · Curb Weight-automatic 3014 · Curb Weight-manual 3072, +10 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Nissan
Model Maxima
Trim Level SE

Engine & Performance

Fuel System EFI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 205 @ 4000
Displacement 3.0L/182
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 190 @ 5600
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline FWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3014
Curb Weight-manual 3072
Overall Length 189.40
Overall Width 69.70
Overall Height 55.70
Wheelbase 106.30
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 1000
Maximum Towing 1000
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 69.7
Wheelbase (in) 106.3
Height, Overall (in) 55.7

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 18.50
Fuel Economy-city 21 - 22
Fuel Economy-highway 27 - 28
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 28

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in JAPAN
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 34.80
Tires 215/60R16
Front Headroom 40.10
Rear Headroom 37.40
Front Legroom 43.90
Rear Legroom 34.30
Front Shoulder Room 56.80
Rear Shoulder Room 56.20
Front Hip Room 54.30
Rear Hip Room 55.90
Ground Clearance 6.10
Track Front 59.80
Track Rear 59.10
Passenger Volume 99.60
Cargo Volume 14.50
MSRP $23,299
Dealer Invoice $20,739
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.0
Front Tire Size P215/55HR16
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Rear Tire Size P215/55HR16

Pattern Information

PatternJN1CA21D V
WMI JN1 (Japan, Asia)