2009 Nissan Maxima

2011 Nissan Maxima



The Maxima has long been the flagship sedan of the Nissan lineup. Unfortunately with the rise in sales and stature of the Altima, Nissan has struggled to differentiate the Maxima from the Altima and the higher performance models of the Infiniti brand. Thankfully, the latest generation Maxima is striking off in a more stylish and sporting direction. The FWD sedan offers just one powertrain: a 290-bhp, 3.5-liter V6 coupled to a CVT transmission. Two trim levels are offered: S and SV, both are well equipped. An optional dual pane sunroof is similar to the one in the Murano. The stylish exterior and interior along with the slight increase in horsepower should lure some buyers that are not interested in the more mainstream Altima.

Configurations

Model/Trim/PackageEngineMPGOriginal MSRP
Maxima S 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $31,750
Maxima SV 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $34,450
Maxima SV Sport 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $36,550
Maxima SV Premium 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $37,750
Maxima SV Technology 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $37,800
Maxima SV Technology Sport 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $39,100
Maxima SV Technology Premium 3.5l V6 (290 bhp) CVT FWD 19 / 26 / TBD $39,600