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  2016 Maxima SL - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Tom L - March 29 - 10:23 am

  My car is only 3 weeks into the lease and it already requires an entire new sunroof. When filling up the tank to full it estimates 400 miles and after 3 full tanks Ive only got an average of 250 miles a tank. I mostly drive highway and and havent even used sport mode. I am disappointed a brand new car has such a serious defect right off the lot and may not have myou car for a few weeks.

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  Buy this car!!!! - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Vaughn - November 1 - 2:00 am

  I couldnt be happier with my car. Purchased a pearl white SR with camel interior. Just passed 1800 miles and its a pleasure to drive. The suspension is a little stiff due to it being a sport but thats something I knew going in. Has all of the bells and whistles of many vehicles above its class. With the dial comfortably located I rarely touch the screen. Power is very sufficient and road noise is virtually nonexistent. I would recommend this vehicle to anyone in the market for a sub 40k 4 door sedan that likes a little wow factor. Have been complimented many times so far. As far as the cons.....the camel leather wrapped steering wheel looks great but I can already tell its going to take a lot of care to keep looking clean and new. We tend to drive with our hands in the same location and I dont know how well its going to hold up over the years. The Bluetooth has acted up a few times when trying to connect my fiances Galaxy s6 but my iPhone 6 works perfect. No moonroof available on the SR I guess due to the center of gravity, but I feel like something could have been done to make it an option. Mpg is good on the highway but I have been averaging less than 20 in the city. (Premium fuel only). Other than that I absolutely love this car!

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  Fantabulous Vehicle! - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Barbara Sharp - September 4 - 7:45 am

  This car drives like a dream. The power is superb and handling is wonderful. It is a bit difficult to get in and out due to the low seating; but I can deal with it. Wish it had a better/more USB and/or phone charger ports available in the front compartment and one or more in the back seat.

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  Enjoying my new ride - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By phillyeagles - July 25 - 9:09 am

  I had a 2012 Maxima SV Sport fully loaded thought of keeping for another 10 years but after a oil changed dealership had few of 16s in the showroom lot. Well I instantly waited until few months later not long away on getting a newer model. Absolutely blown away with everything on this eighth generation its a beautiful car overall their lots of new updates and more advanced features. The Maxima rides 10x better than my 12 its little bit comfortable with Sport-Quitted leather seats now available with ventilated cooled & heated front seats. Navigation system seems great but looks outdated not much if have center stacked center its so convenient doing anything instead using the display at the screen. This car got better performance more quicker than ever compared to my old Maxima this new car is much powerful with a 300hp V-6 plus newer parts and Continuously Variable Transmission is absolutely perfect along there is (Sport and Normal modes) I usually keep mines in Sport mode as car gets more aggressive on road. Compared with the last model this new model has got more advanced on everything its a much highly technical car in class. I feel much safer driving this car has all of the bells and whistles rides quieter no squeaks or rattles even interior looks more top of the line liking this new Maxima might be weird looking coming down the highway but its a great car overall new exterior looks beautiful love all new latest features ever as a more computer car.

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  BUENO! - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By RUSSELL PTACEK - June 5 - 11:39 am

  Good car at a fair price.

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  Great performance and fun car to drive - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Ian - January 6 - 2:56 pm

  I wasnt thrilled with the Maxima until stopped at showroom lot saw a Black SR Maxima this car looks better in person. I cant believe with my eyes that driving a Maxima it has lots of new extras in its class. I love the camel interior its design is better with fit and finish materials are upgraded. Fact love that the Maxima has Normal and Sport mode its more responsive pressing the throttle as this car got the power and guts driving it. There is every available option this vehicle was worth every nickel and penny excellent sound system its more comfortable seems be a luxury cruiser. Ill give Maxima thumbs up including 5***star ratings on everything. I am not a fan of CVT but this would be one car to drive with its 300 hp engine the Maxima picks up speed quicker than ever handles like a Cadillac. Seems as its more safer driving love audio and navigation settings even console center buttons pressing as dont feel like dealing with the Navi plus other things for audio reminds me of a Mazda and Audi with this optional. Overall absolutely love this car looks handsome in and out especially the new design interior such a nice cockpit sitting behind the wheel as passengers would love the comfort of zero gravity seats and more.

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  Very impressive - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By jermey - October 11 - 5:49 am

  I bought my Maxima 3.5 SL on 8/31/15. Love this car there is enough power for a 300hp engine its a blast with putting in Sport mode. It is comfortable with zero gravity seats like panoramic sunroof and LED lights. This car handles well love options and features for a very nice car seems affordable and built to last its kind of reliable vehicle. Its supposed get 30mile per highway I have literally been driving my car for 2,000miles averaged trip computer says 31.4 mpg as check actual fuel economy it gets. The Maxima does look stylish very happy with my new car purchase so outstanding looking the new interior is design better all the quality materials are well-fitted especially worth money in getting this car no issues but keep in mind that its still a new car so can give details but all I know I picked an good looking car.

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  Still smiling every time I drive - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Russ Arnold - September 5 - 12:48 pm

  No question the best looking sedan on the market, in my opinion. Love the responsive acceleration, and the drivers seat fits my 64" frame more comfortably than anything Ive driven in a long time. And despite driving aggressively still gets 25 mpg. Love it!

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  A huge step up from 2014 - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Dennis - July 4 - 12:20 am

  I checked out the 2016 Maxima Platinum almost as an afterthought. I was looking at several cars including the Audi A4 & A6, the Acura TLX Advance, Lexus GS350 and IS350, and the Infiniti Q50. I was really surprised at how well the Maxima stacked up. You will love or hate the new bold in-your-face exterior (I love it) but the interior is a huge leap forward from the older Max. Lighting options provide a very classy curb appearance along with the standard signature boomerand LED running lights. The high console and large screen (tilted slightly toward the driver) seem inspired by fighter jet design. The seats are large and supportive and the driving position very comfortable. The Max is very close in size to the Acura TLX but looks much bigger because of the lines and high hood design. The infotainment systems are colorful and intuitive and the Bose audio is crisp and realistic. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel and exterior mirrors (auto-dimming on the driver side) and the safety features in the Platinum edition are very impressive for a non-luxury brand - I would love to know how they make that 360 degree camera view work - it looks like the view from a drone flying above the car. Great for positioning in a parking space! Sonar systems on the corners and collision avoidance warnings also very helpful. Ride is a little stiffer than the average family car, but not at all harsh. Low end torque is very satisfying when trying to get up to speed quickly. On the down side, the Max is a little short on 12v outlets compared to its competitors and the front passenger is limited to four-way seat adjustment rather than eight-way that some of the Maxs competitors offer - not a lot of fun for a short passenger. Trunk size seems limited by the wheel wells. Acura offers a two full screen infotainment system that some critics have called "confusing" but I found it more flexible than the Maxs - the Acura Advance also has a hard drive you can store music on which is a nice feature. The Nissan warranty also comes up a little short when compared with some of the competitors. Overall, the Max Platinum impressed me enough to forego the luxury brands. Pleased with that decision so far.

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  Revisited Nissan Maxima 2016/2017 in a nutshell - 2016 Nissan Maxima
  By Kevin Mawhinney - May 12 - 6:02 am

  With obvious reason, purchasing a car can be a big deal, after all it is the second largest purchase an average person will make. Most people going onto the lot are thinking two main things, price and look. If they did their research, a list of requirements will fall into place. With Nissan not releasing a 2015 model of the Maxima, it is for very good reason and the results are spectacular. Unlike some reviews where they review the low end and work up, Im going to start with the high end and work down hoping to matriculate the perspective of the other trim models of the vehicle. When I test drove the 2017 version of the Maxima, I was immediately awed by the look of it. It looked very aching to the 2015 concept car that Nissan was going to release, with some minor changes. The body shape is a much more sleek, and arrow dynamic design with the impression that it means business compared to its 2014 predecessor. Opening the door gave me the first impression of the "cockpit" that is one step out of the future. Sitting in the "cockpit" felt like I was being wrapped up in luxury, with all the electronics smiling back at me, ready to get on the road. Of course I had to take some time soaking it all in, and I took my time going through every detail from the comfortable D-shaped steering wheel that is wrapped up in soft, stitched leather to the center column. Turning on the car brought the steering column to me and the seat to it, adjusted previously to my body size and comfort. And the lights, dazzling displays of all manner of things from sensor read outs, to a very sophisticated control center. Leather stitching all over the place, with accent lighting makes this first experience rather nice. The seating with its exceptional "zero-gravity" seats felt like it completely hugged my back, which is very important to me due to my condition. The center console seems complex but I was able to easily navigate and understand it. The sound system with its 11 speaker Bose surround sound system, auto speed sensing and the "Driver Studio" mode that quite literally makes you feel like you are sitting in the front row of a concert. Unfortunately the "Driver Studio" mode is turned off by default. Looking up, I find myself once again in awe at the large panoramic dual moon roof. Looking in the back seat, it looks rather comfortable, but I cannot tell because I am currently in the front seat. Perhaps Ill get in the back seat later. After a bit of ooh and awing at the interior, its time to see what the rave is about the other aspect of this car, the performance. Revving the engine tells you this vehicle is definitely a 6 cylinder and it is ready to go. Upon first applying the accelerator, people will be mildly surprised at the jump into motion as the V6 300 horse power engine spurs the car forward, and man did it move. In "Sports Mode," the maxima was very responsive with the applying of the brakes, accelerating into high speeds, switching lanes and turns. In Manual mode, the shift needs some getting used to as the Gear ratio doesnt really account for much in way of torque at the higher 6000-7500 RPM range, resulting in the necessity of faster gear change in order to keep up with the speed increase to plateau. Im not terribly technically minded, but basically, I am losing about 3-4 gears of acceleration in order to continue increasing speeds at the higher RPMs. It isnt until I get to 6th gear do I actually feel the car moving again. If someone can present me with what each gear represents in torque and RPM, I might be able to see why this is the case. Overall the handling and performance was relatively nice, and I let off the gas to ease into cruising mode. This car felt very solid and luxurious and should be considered as the sports sedan, meeting both luxury and sport requirements.