What Changed
Nissan's all-new Maxima wears more striking sheet metal. The interior has been reworked and now bears a stronger resemblance to Nissan's upscale Infiniti products. By switching to Nissan's D platform, the Maxima gains a couple of inches in width and loses almost four inches in length, which should aid handling. The reduction in length reduces the legroom in the rear seat. Although the powertrain remains the same, the output of the 3.5-liter V6 has increased by about 35-bhp and 10 lb-ft of torque. The Maxima retains its CVT transmission but adds a new Ds mode for sportier shift feel. |
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| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Price Range | $30,160 - $32,860 | $28,270 - $30,520 |
| Engine(s) | 3.5l V6 | 3.5l V6 |
| Transmission(s) | CVT | CVT |
| Driven Wheels | FWD | FWD |
| Length / Width / Height | 190.6 / 73.2 / 57.8 | 194.4 / 71.7 / 58.3 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3556 | 3579 - 3591 |
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