Overview & Reviews

The Maxima receives updates this year that make it less of a family sedan and more of an entry-level luxury sport sedan. Headlining this year's upgrades is a 3.5-liter V6 that produces a stunning 255 horsepower. For maximum performance, sport-tuned SE models now combine this engine with a standard six-speed manual transmission. Other changes include revised exterior styling, additional feature content and an optional GPS navigation system.

• Impressively powerful V6 engine, sports car moves, plenty of room for five adults.

• Odd styling details, high price, rough ride quality with SE suspension.

User Reviews:

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  excellent car - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By DavidSch - August 3 - 2:00 am

  Im in love with my Maxima 3.5L

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  A lot of car for the money... - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By perdajz - May 28 - 10:00 am

  Just purchased a 2002 SE. I did some homework and simply could not elsewhere find this much car for the money.

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  A good reliable runner - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By archie85375 - May 28 - 10:00 am

  Great performance. Outboard visibility is excellent. Reliability is the best. My third Maxima. Toyed with the Infiniti G35. 5G more and it doesnt yet have a track record.

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  Shivers Down My Backbone - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By ny2la - May 28 - 10:00 am

  I have owned this car for six months and I still have goosebumps nearly every time I drive it. In fact, I often find myself taking longer routes to and from destinations just to spend more time driving this car. Simply stated the 2002 SE Maxima was designed and built, as the manufacturers ads say, to be "Driven."

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  Awesome Machine... - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By Pranav - May 7 - 8:43 am

  This car is amazing. I had to go with a family sedan, but did not want to sacrfice on the fun factor.... this car fits the bill. I would highly recomend taking a look at this car if you need a 4 door sedan but still like to have some good "drives"

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  Would buy another - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By Skeete G - May 7 - 2:43 am

  The Nissan Maxima is has power beyond power. Unless you are going on a real racing track you are supplied with all the power you need out the gate. Its handling is decent and its pick up is phenominal. I would recommend this vehicle for anyone on an average middle income budget. Performance, realiabilty and looks.

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  GREAT CAR! - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By memo3126 - April 10 - 2:00 am

  Very good car, and fast!

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  Great car, great price - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By Hugh C - April 1 - 3:46 pm

  Firm ride, but not hard like BMWs and other sport sedans. Excellent highway car with the 6 speed manual and powerful V-6. Visibility and handling are great, interior comfort is good with all the controls right where you want them. Lots of back-seat room and trunk space. Everything you could ask for in a car, plus nearly 30 miles to the gallon, original cost just over 20k.

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  Keeps on going (FAST) w/140K! - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By jdub - April 1 - 4:03 am

  When I traded a 2000 Acura TL for the Maxima, it had about 25K miles. I drive about 30K per year and wanted something that had a lot of power with a manual transmission that also got decent gas mileage. Roominess was also important to me since I have a family. I got exactly what I was looking for, and the car now has about 140K miles. The Maxima is the perfect commuter for my needs. The V6 is amazing. I think it may be the best motor in any car Ive ever driven. Torque is plentiful and available everywhere in the rev range. The 6 speed is not the slickest, but it keeps you involved, even though you do not have to work very hard shifting because of all of the torque. This is a great Q-ship.

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  Outstanding value!!!! - 2002 Nissan Maxima
  By WillieJ - March 31 - 10:00 am

  My previous cars were a Volvo Turbo, and an Acura Coupe. All pale in comparison to the Maxima SE.