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2011 Nissan Maxima

2011 Nissan Maxima is intended to dazzle its driver with refinement and available equipment, and it will likely sell to a fraction of the number of buyers who like the popular Altima. Upon introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 265-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is optional.

The SL is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 265-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2011 2011 Nissan Maxima is restyled for 2011. The all-new 2011 Nissan Maxima is quick and stylish. With the Altima assuming the role of a bigger, more powerful car, the Maxima has moved up market to a pricier position.

The sporty Maxima SE rides smoothly and quietly, while the more luxurious Maxima SL rides more softly. Cruising on the highway is effortless and Nissan’s 265-horsepower V6 delivers responsive performance for quick passes. 2011 Nissan Maxima’s interior is innovative and comfortable with seats that are supportive and luxurious. The interesting Skyview roof, a glass panel running lengthwise over the front and rear seats, is the sort of feature associated with futuristic concept cars. Also interesting are the available rear bucket seats. Together, these features make back-seat riders feel like full-fledged adult passengers. The engine is an absolute joy to use and defines the term ‘silky smooth.’ Instant power is available in any gear at any rpm — no waiting. The clutch is light and it’s easy to find its engagement point with the optional 6-speed manual transmission. Behind the wheel, the driving experience is pleasant, with sharp steering and a comfortable but firm ride with excellent control over bumpy back roads. It’s on curvy, rough roads where the 2011 Nissan Maxima’s fully independent rear suspension setup shines. 2011 Nissan Maxima’s luxury, like its performance, is top-notch, starting with its stylish “wave” instrument panel design with a sweeping console, striking instrument panel and special attention to driver ergonomics. 2011 Nissan Maxima buyers are among the most loyal in the sedan segment, and preliminary research indicated that where The 2011 Nissan Maxima is most popular-in the Northeastern states-buyers still clearly prefer front-wheel drive. Behind the wheel, the driving experience is pleasant, with sharp steering and a comfortable but firm ride with excellent control over bumpy back roads. It’s on curvy, rough roads where the Maxima’s fully independent rear suspension setup shines. It’s much more composed near the limits. The new 2011 2011 Nissan Maxima delivers sharp, sporty styling, a class-leading interior, and appointments that suit its sport-sedan image. The Maxima might not deliver performance that blows the competition – or even its smaller Altima stablemate – away, but it looks to be a more exciting alternative in the sedan market.