The seventh-generation Nissan Maxima sedan officially goes on sale nationwide today and the revitalized “4-Door Sports Car” can be yours for $29,290. The 2009 Maxima made its worldwide debut just a few months ago at the New York Auto Show.
The 2009 Maxima will be offered in two trim levels – base S and up-level SV. For the price of entry, all Maxima buyers will get a 290 horsepower 3.5L V6 – up 35 horsepower from the previous generation – and Nissan’s Xtronic CVT transmission. The Maxima SV will list from $31,990.
Despite the boost in power, the Maxima returns a respectable 19/26 mpg city/highway — a slight increase over the 2008 model.
Optional equipment will include a Sport Package – which adds an upgraded suspension, 19 inch wheels and paddle shifters – and a Premium Package – which includes a dual-panel moonroof, 7-inch color monitor with RearView Monitor and Eucalyptus wood-tone trim.
06/24, 11:29 AM
posted by:
Need4SSpeed
oooh man watch out now! I can’t wait to hear how many people pre-ordered this Baby!
06/24, 11:32 AM
posted by:
HolyDogWater
Will Nissan let me order one without the mentally challenged Sling Blade headlamps?
06/24, 11:38 AM
posted by:
xyunya
They might as well retire the name at this point. It is a waste.
06/24, 11:39 AM
posted by:
frylock350
So why would anybody interested in a $30k sport sedan buy this over a G8?
06/24, 11:45 AM
posted by:
mr_hunter
Why have paddle shifters with a CVT. They’ve even changed the trim levels; SE at one point in time stood for Sport Edition. They have replaced it with SV. Wonder what that stands for, probably nothing like every one elses trim levels.
06/24, 11:51 AM
posted by:
beatusmongous
Koala bears are going to love this car.
Why would anyone need paddle shifters on a CVT? Sorry, but even to fake people into thinking they are shifting is just a waste to me. Lose the shifters and lose a tiny bit of weight in the process, not to mention the loss of moving parts that could break in the future. It’s not like ricers are going to be able to afford this thing with their burger-flipping income and their illegal racing winnings.
I like Nissan, I do. But I agree with probably 90% of you: those headlights are horrid.
06/24, 11:56 AM
posted by:
Need4SSpeed
So why would anybody interested in a $30k sport sedan buy this over a G8?
frylock350, people that still think just because it’s Japanese it’s automatically superior will. Kinda like tripleonefive, and I’m sure MugenSentraKen would love to get his hands on this so that he can slap a huge turbocharger on it and try and go after some Vette’s…. Ha!
I agree HolyDogWater, I like the new Maxima, well everything except for those headlamps. I hate this new style with a passion. I think it looks retarded. Well Nissan is going with it. It’s going to be on the 370Z and other future models. Lexus is also starting to do this and have a similiar style on the LF-A…. Expect to start seeing this more and more…
06/24, 12:06 PM
posted by:
mayer_ray_nagin
It’s not a bad buy, but eishhhh, CVT again. I’d love a stick in this faux “4DSC” but at least please offer the option of a proper automatic.
BTW, the hangnail headlamps do stink but can be stomached, but at least in the pics the dash and console look pretty off-the-shelf. I suppose it’s better than a Toyota trAshalon though.
06/24, 12:11 PM
posted by:
nestle_s
for a car that starts at $29k…there are better buys out there. and as for the CVT..not a big fan at all! and this car only takes premium fuel…good luck selling these.
06/24, 12:20 PM
posted by:
mayer_ray_nagin
I thought they said you could tank with regular at the cost of 3hp or so.
06/24, 1:27 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
4 door sports car? Not any more kids. And anyone who gets their jollies paddle shifting a CVT needs to be smacked upside the head with a clutch pedal.
06/24, 1:37 PM
posted by:
xyunya
johnnycanuck, true, but you’re cranky today. that week of the months? I know, as ( (you) get older they come more often
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06/24, 2:10 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
Well I did stray from my usual poison last night xyunya as an old high school buddy was in town. I apologise for my demeanor. Now excuse me while I track down the guy who shaved my tongue.
06/24, 4:11 PM
posted by:
A4
uhhh i dont have an audi 5000 dick farmer, someone sounds like they have a huge black **** up their puckered ass
06/24, 4:11 PM
posted by:
A4
OMG LETS ALL TYPE IN CAPS HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHE
06/24, 4:52 PM
posted by:
56oval
Nissan = Oldsmobile of the 21st century. What’s the point with any of their cars anymore now that short-bus riders are doing the styling and jamming that CVT in everything. Ack.
06/24, 4:58 PM
posted by:
affliction
Nissan, Listen to me if you really want to sell Maximas, do the following:
1) Make it RWD (w/o much luxury so you don’t compete w/ G35) optional awd system.
2) 6SPD Manual standard or DCT optional
3) 300hp at least 290lb/ft torque
4) Max weight should be 3300.
5) screw the bose sound system
6 msrp starting at 26k
I promise you, you will at least triple your sales, hell I’ll buy one for sure.
If you do the above you won’t compete against the Altima or the G35.
06/24, 7:33 PM
posted by:
DrFill
Why am I buying this over a G35, where I can get a stick, more power, better warranty, and a reasonably good looking ride for an extra $2k, again?
DrFill
06/24, 7:55 PM
posted by:
larsim
Dr Fill —
You haven’t been inside a G35 lately, have you?
The people that will buy this car are the people who are looking for a car that is “somewhat” close to a G35 but with a little more inside room…….