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Nissan Maxima generations and tyre sizes

Maxima

J30

1989 – 1995
Petrol125 kW (170 PS)Manual
Maxima

A32

1995 – 2000
Petrol103–142 kW (140–193 PS)Manual / Automatic
Maxima A33

A33

2000 – 2004
Petrol103–147 kW (140–200 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Nissan Maxima in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The Nissan Maxima uses 4 tyre sizes across 3 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Nissan Maxima - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Nissan Maxima

Best tyres for Nissan Maxima by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P
9.1/10

Tyre comparison for Nissan Maxima

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium50%
2Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium225%
3Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium200%
4GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium100%
5Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium275%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Nissan Maxima?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Nissan Maxima are: Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Nissan Maxima?
The Nissan Maxima uses the following tyre sizes: 205/65 R15, 195/65 R15, 215/55 R16, 215/50 R17.
How many generations does the Nissan Maxima have?
The Nissan Maxima has 3 generations, from 1989 to 2000.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Nissan Maxima?
For wet road performance on Nissan Maxima, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P good for Nissan Maxima?
Yes, the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P is the top-rated tyre for Nissan Maxima with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 50% of Nissan Maxima tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Nissan Maxima?
To choose the right tyres for Nissan Maxima: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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