The 2016 Nissan Maxima was given a complete redesign, and the result is stunning new style that vaults this car into near-luxury status. Long known as the "four door sports car," this version loses none of that sportiness and spirited driving ability.
The new body styling leaves the Maxima lower to the ground, but with a longer front-to-back dimension. That gives it more of a sports car look than it has ever had before.
The midline area of the car flows and dips, leading back to a rear window that is compact and a back end that is slightly elevated. The front grille is low slung.
The engine is a 3.5-liter V-6 that makes 300 horsepower and is linked to Nissan's often-criticized continuously variable transmission. We don't necessarily agree with critics of the CVT, though, as we find it to be appropriately responsive and effectively functioning.
You can choose from normal or sport driving modes, with the sport mode really delivering a spirited driving response. Fuel efficiency is rated at 22 mpg city, 30 highway.
The Maxima comes in five trim levels: S, SV, SL, SR and Platinum. Our tester was the Platinum, which is the highest luxury level of the group.
The Maxima's interior materials have been upgraded to include soft paneling at the top areas of the doors and material that adds comfort to the seating. Standard features include dual zone climate control, navigation with touchscreen display, push button start and power front seats. Higher trim levels get active noise cancellation, producing a quieter interior experience.
The Maxima is priced starting at around $33,000 and ranging to nearly $40,000. That pricing range approaches luxury car level, but with all you get with this car, it is pretty close to a luxury model.
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