I picked up a rear wheel drive conversion kit for my 09 maxima at pep boys. The car handles much better now,thanks Pep boys.;)
@friendlyuser1
16 жыл бұрын
best review on the car! where else will u hear on wht nissan did to reduce torque steer.Nissan always offer the best car for the price, it takes getting under the skin to find that out.
@daredevlx100
15 жыл бұрын
so how does the car run? I was thinking of buying it but i'm undecided between this, the infiniti g35 or the hyundai genisis
@ravenmadx
16 жыл бұрын
Yea but if you put on the same package fully loaded on the Maxima and Compare it to the German Cars the German cars are more than $5,000 more. Plus German cars reliability compared to Japanese models are very poor.
@ThousanWhite
15 жыл бұрын
one of my favorites. The only negatives i have is the premium gas and the wide turning circle
@213gully
10 жыл бұрын
I cant wait to get this car love the design even though im a fan of bmw 5 series and acura rl 2005 n up but this car gives me that fwd n no torque steering love that feature
@subzero92MK
14 жыл бұрын
interiors are really god, is it sold in europe?
@Cali_Lux_Cruiser
15 жыл бұрын
Oh pls. Nissan has been known to be the one with distinctive styling. Lexus is a nice company ,but it only has a few models with attractive styling.
@arafathcoolguy
15 жыл бұрын
My friend brought this car yesterday even am a Mercedes guy but am kinda jealous
@UNStar88
11 жыл бұрын
its not hard to believe bro. I had a 2001 audi a4 4.2 quattro and i trade it in for a 2010 maxima.
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
true
@RealtimeReviews613
16 жыл бұрын
can someone say? ripped off acura tl type s rims?
@imchuy09
14 жыл бұрын
why would we he say it shifts quick even tho its a cvt? 1 gear sir
@ilyxb00
14 жыл бұрын
@AA7575 LOL, I SWEAAR. I FUCKING THOUGHT THAT WAS HIM
@9Deuce9
12 жыл бұрын
26 people bought a Camry.
@Skandar0007
15 жыл бұрын
trolls LOL
@tom11zz884
13 жыл бұрын
@NIGHTMAREuki SL model interior looks like shit as well.
@idiotsawvfr5
14 жыл бұрын
the cvt is the reason i wouldnt buy this car
@jamesscott1189
Жыл бұрын
All good in Jan.2023. My new car is a 14 yr old Maxima. As stated, absolutely beautiful, sporty. Love my new oldie powerhouse!! Jay in Alabama.
@high-techtroy4314
Жыл бұрын
Very good review 👏 👏👏
@HadaCakraningrat
15 жыл бұрын
i believe this car is still best to be driven with a 6 speed manual like the previous manual.... really pitiful to hear the manual only covers 2% of their sales...
@محمدالبلوشي-ح6ق
4 жыл бұрын
Fuel Economy is wrong, my 2010 maxima 16mpg in the city and 24 in the highway
@beegeezee505
12 жыл бұрын
@97I30T That is the only reason that I don't already own one. I currently have an older generation Maxima with the manual, and I won't have it any other way. This car is so beautiful to me and I want it so badly, but I absolutely cannot forgive the lack of a proper gearbox. Automatics just don't give me that sense of fun that the manuals do.
@StigSpielberg
14 жыл бұрын
What he actually means is that the Maxima's transmission (a CVT) is great in Manual mode. I entirely agree, but also think that the Maxima's DS mode is great. Torque is always available! For a comparison between the Manual mode and DS mode, see my video of the Maxima. Acceleration times to 60 mph are close to each other.
@doverlabs
16 жыл бұрын
Totally agree! I've worked on maximas and grand prixs and let's just say Pontiac (even the G8) has a lot to learn. I mean, installing a new radio required me to drill out screws because they were torqued so tight. The G8 was finger tight, I kid you not.
@pat324631
11 жыл бұрын
Bought my 09 sport in dec 08. Love it still drives and look good. Went in for service and dealer said new one coming in 2016. Will definitely trade. Best car I ever owned. I still get looks after almost 5 years .
@JAMAICANTECHDUDE
15 жыл бұрын
all the new TL is ugly as satan, i agree with you maxima is overpriced garbage, im buying TL from last gen though. well either that or a first gen TSX. what u think ?
@neoconsnightmare3
11 жыл бұрын
the folks 'settled' for an altima because it's less expensive. the sentra isn't even in the same class. nobody starts off looking at the maxima and says 'fuck it, no manual...i'll get the sentra'. NOBODY. nissan is doing what most folks who sell cars do...listen to the VAST MAJORITY of car buyers who don't want the hassle of stick. 15 years ago, manual was cheaper and got you more mileage. that's gone now. want stick with same hp? move up to an infinity/down to an altima.
@neoconsnightmare3
11 жыл бұрын
they don't need to put a 7 speed auto in it for increased sales, because the maxima has perennially been a sales leader or close to it in its class. if it ain't broke don't fix it. if you want a more aggressive sound from the transmission (and most folks who buy four door family cars don't) replace the air intake with a short ram intake. costs about $300, adds a few horsepower, you gain on mileage and the cars sounds a lot more aggressive.
@neoconsnightmare3
11 жыл бұрын
how is the transmission 'horrible'? most folks that own one LOVE it. 90% plus of cars sold in the united states are automatic because that's what most folks want. why bother putting manual in a car when it won't sell. 'four door sports car' is a tagline...like bmw's 'ultimate driving machine', which it ain't. if YOU don't like the car, then don't buy it. others like (dare i say 'love' in some cases) and they buy it...they APPRECIATE it. different strokes for different folks, man.
@kdu8004
13 жыл бұрын
@nismotech The difference is that all the gears can be locked up unlike a conventional auto and this is not from the converter either. IT's from locking the clutch packs which allows you to have a more direct feel, almost like a DSG. Expensive to build, but than again these are luxury automakers not the mainstream. Using s CVT will limit them to how much power they can put on it. For front wheel drive "MAINSTREAM," It works well. So i wouldn't call the IS-F and G37 "conventional."
@nismotech
13 жыл бұрын
@kdu8004 I'm no technical guru, but seems like Infiniti(also Nissan) offers a pretty standard 7 speed automatic that involves the use of a torque converter. Now, I would say Infiniti are pretty performance oriented vehicles, wouldn't you agree? Why have they not adopted CVT in the Infiniti line? Do you kind of see my perspective on this? My opinion is perhaps a 6 speed automatic (pretty standard stuff for 2011) would be a better choice for transmission from a enthusiast perspective.
@kdu8004
13 жыл бұрын
@nismotech The only problem with CVT like you said is high torque applications. It won't work. But a small v6, the cvt is a perfect fit. If it wasn't good, nissan wouldn't use it in almost all they're sedans. Dsg, you can find in many cars today, not just luxury. Volkswagen for example offers the fastest shifting DSG in the GTI. There is nothing faster than a DSG. But from a enthusiast standpoint, there is nothing better than rowing your own gears. But for the mainstream, CVT makes more sense.
@kdu8004
13 жыл бұрын
@nismotech Well, I wouldn't call the auto in the IS-f and g37 "conventional." They are pretty complex transmissions. Compare though, the CVT to nissan's old 5 speed auto or The camry's 6 speed auto. Having driven both cars, the maxima shift faster and accelerates smoother and hold the torque much better than the camry's auto. It also give you quicker access to power where as the Camry likes to search for gears. In manual mode, the shifts are precise and very quick.
@nismotech
13 жыл бұрын
@kdu8004 CVT does have "economic" advantage over traditional automatic, but in the "performance" category is it a better choice than a say a 6 speed automatic with lockup torque converter? (In 2011 terms). Your right, Manuals are fun, but automatics has came a long way. Look at IS-F (automatic), New 2012 V6 Camry SE (automatic), Mercedes AMG (Automatic, newer ones has MCT), My point is CVT is good for economic models and something like DSG is reserve for your luxury crowd (Such as Infiniti)
@kdu8004
13 жыл бұрын
@nismotech Yeah you're absolutely right. But then again, the Maxima is not a g37and is still a mainstream flag ship sedan like a avalon or taurus so they can only make it so sporty but compared to your typical mainstreams like the avalon and Taurus, the maxima is still much, much sportier. I would much rather have the CVT then a conventional automatic. Maybe the next maxima, since manual is out of the question, they'll throw in a DSG gearbox. :)
@nismotech
13 жыл бұрын
@kdu8004 I guess CVT is a pretty good choice for your majority consumers with it's advantage in fuel economy. If you look back in the 90's Maxima were selling like hotcakes because it's performance advantage over your typical Camry, Accord, etc... It was advertised as a Sport Sedan(It really was!) plus it was fun to drive! Both manual AND automatic offered. Maybe it's just me, but I still don't see "CVT" and "performance" (or "FUN") in the same sentence yet, let alone "Sport Sedan"~
@PorscheCayenneLover
14 жыл бұрын
I'd totally take the Maxima over the G37 sedan, but I'd go with the G37 coupe over ANYTHING!! I MUCH prefer the Sport packages' rims, but I'd really rather take the Premium package. Black exterior on tan interior for me! Another thing that amazes me, is how quiet and sporty it is at the same time! Nissan hit the bulls eye and more on it. It look like nothing else on the road :D !
@bg1379
16 жыл бұрын
How many miles? Mine has 45,000 from when we got it new in 05 and some rotten smell has just come up that others say they smell too. Also, our grill is completly sunburned and chipping like crazy, and we will need to replace the top strips for the second time because they are completly yellow agian. BUT, other than those which will hopefully be fixed soon it is a WONDERFUL car and was great for the money. The engine snorttiness is great.
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
im getting this car in super black with the sport package with all around tints the exact same tint percent as the black color.then i will give the headlights,foglamps and taillights a smoke bezel color a dark grayish color.next i will have the chrome around the car,and the wheels professionally painted a dark grayish color. then i will mod the car with all nismo parts. last lower the car about two inches towards the groud.the overall appearence the car will be a stealthy, dark look.
@pontiacGXPfan
12 жыл бұрын
Great engine........horrible transmission. CVT sounds like a overgrown leaf blower is even by automatic standards is not involving. Lack of a stick-shift option make this car less Four-Door Sports Car than an exorbitant way to spend money on the rather plebeian Altima. What good is a beautiful car that doesn't make you appreciate driving it?
@97I30T
13 жыл бұрын
Due to the fact that Nissan won't offer a proper 6-speed manual for the Maxima they won't be getting my business. Yeah I know about 7 people in all of America would buy one with a maunal but Acura offers a 6-speed manual for the TL. Nissan needs to do the same with the Maxima. A 4-door sports car isn't supposed to have a goddamn CVT.
@KevinBYee
15 жыл бұрын
It's only safer to people who don't bother to learn the basics of weight transfer and how a car reacts to your inputs. Which, unfortunately, describes most Americans. You are right about FWD being better in adverse weather though... particularly snow. Trying to start on a snowy hill in a RWD car is sketchy :)
@bsp1148
15 жыл бұрын
The last thing this narrater should talk about is the car's styling. This car has nothing to do with elegance or good looks. In fact, the most confused looking car from Nissan ever. Performace may be on par the other pricey cars. In conclusion, respectable but you may have better choices for your hard earned money.
@bg1379
16 жыл бұрын
I would have to disagree with that. No one will cross shop between a Lexus ES, an Avalon, and a Maxima. The first two are sedate and sophisticated cruising cars, while the Maxima has more pronounced styling and is geared toward the more sporty buyer, and one who does not what to "cruise" in the most sensible choice.
@digitalrebelxti
15 жыл бұрын
I have a friend who whas Mercury Cougar. The car had only 60K miles on it and the transmission was down. She had to replaced is... like 4000$.
@pontiacGXPfan
11 жыл бұрын
Horrible in that eliminating kickdown lurch comes at the expense of a rather irritating and constant drone from the transmission. I was agreeing with exodus3252 in that regard. I think Nissan is making the Maxima languish on purpose for the sake of the rather generic Altima.
@kdu8004
13 жыл бұрын
@nismotech I mean, i wish it had a manual but the cvt works really well. When in manual mode, it actually truly does replicate a regular auto and it shifts through the gears(well ratios) really quick. Works great. I can now understand why they use them. Proud owner of a roque.
@pineezo
15 жыл бұрын
I must admit...ive owned many american cars throughout the years it has given me many problems mostly transmission.CHEVROLET(91 S10 TRUCK),DODGE(97 AVENGER SE) until i bought this 1992 nissan maxima damn no problems still running strong.
@exodus3252
12 жыл бұрын
Nissan...if you're reading this, put the 7-speed auto from the G37 into this thing, or at least as an option, and you'd get more sales. The only reason I wouldn't buy this is because of the vacuum cleaner sounding CVT.
@guikegriot
15 жыл бұрын
But with Max you get the security of FWD, potentially better gas mileage, dual panel moonroof, heated/cooled drivers seat, heated steering wheel, distinctive styling. Those are all things the Max offers that the G doesn't.
@SavageListener
16 жыл бұрын
No one wants a cheap tacky Aussie built G8 when they can have an American made Maxima. What an upside down economy we live in.
@rowsdower12
13 жыл бұрын
@bigbad1000do7a I don't think he's gone anywhere. He's just more behind the scenes. He might do a review here and there but from my understanding he's senior editor. But yes he does good reviews.
@chrisiztheman1618
16 жыл бұрын
well you said that the only reason why you wouldnt buy is because of fwd,but the only thing bad about it is torque steer but the dude says that the engineers at nissan have eliminated the feeling
@JTC_fn
4 ай бұрын
Does it have Bluetooth so that I can put music in the car ?
@ShaneSaw2593
15 жыл бұрын
Just because theres a lot of companies that are bankrupt, that doesn't mean that everyone in the whole country is broke
@guikegriot
15 жыл бұрын
That IS also a good point, I mean, who wouldnt want a car who shares the same engine with a legend sports car, 7 spd Auto w/ DRM, and cutting edge tech. blaring the studio on wheels.
@jdbs2009
16 жыл бұрын
I'm not too fond of the styling. Its original indeed... just something doesn't look right... The stance appears really high off the ground, and the interior is too "boxy" looking...
@lowincash
16 жыл бұрын
they have this style rim on their other cars too...the previous gen altima se-r has them and the new sentra se-r has them too...acura liked the look and used it on the tls.
@Serajadeyn
15 жыл бұрын
seriously...where's the performance testing? this review was worse than motorweek's. at least you mentioned that you were driving around the sport package model.
@VILLIANMG
15 жыл бұрын
looks nice but i'm sorry this is no sports sedan, its more for someone going through a mid life crisis or a confused idiot.why would a "sports sedan" have cvt?
@ravenmadx
16 жыл бұрын
No excuse, I have watched all the Auto show intros and they tell you that Navi is avail with Sport. All the details are in the press packet that he didn't read.
@bf5126
12 жыл бұрын
I own this 09 Maxima same color sport package & all . I can't stop driving it . The v-6 3.5 is quick & the car rides smooth......
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
everybody talks about more luxury than maxima in the G35 and all infiniti's cars yet infiniti has yet to have a dual panel moonroof
@PantstofryPWNZ
12 жыл бұрын
@MRSLVREALTOR You're not helping your case by typing like a 5 year old, nor is posting on here going to resolve your problems.
@ravenmadx
16 жыл бұрын
Navigation IS available on the Sport model...I bought a 2009 Sport with Tech package for my wife and guess what it has Navi.
@bsp1148
15 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I will have disagree with you. Have you seen some people calling new Toyota Corolla gogeous? You are pushing it.
@MaxPayne19146
16 жыл бұрын
1.torque steer "bad" 2.RWD is fast and more maneuverable in the corners. 3. RWD gets the power down faster off the line.
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
my dad has a BMW and he ended up buying two water pumps, one from each store and BMW was cheaped by fifty dollars.
@alexlugovoy
13 жыл бұрын
looks cheap inside ) especially based version )) and engine so noisy and looks slow ) better copy infinity
@martin20xx
15 жыл бұрын
so question for 33K which 1 should i get the nissan maxima the G35 or the new aude A4? which 1 is better?
@76carmel
12 жыл бұрын
However, a lot of people say that Nissan makes the best CVTs. There are paddle shifters in this Maximas.
@bg1379
16 жыл бұрын
Thats ok, thanks though. Im just going to go to the dealer. Or can you get these filters from Autozone?
@idiotsawvfr5
14 жыл бұрын
@adulby transmission, its continuously variable which means its constantly changing so it doesnt shift.
@tom11zz884
14 жыл бұрын
Nissan really need to improve their interiors in their cars...horrible looking.
@pineezo
15 жыл бұрын
My only guess is wether its American or Foreign it all boils down to how it was built in the factory?
@raydeezee
16 жыл бұрын
yeah you right the look of the car is unresponsive in my book. not the oorginal maxima classic look.
@pineezo
15 жыл бұрын
Yup the problem with my 97 Dodge Avenger was the 'Clutch Plate' it was an automatic transmission.
@dhillskier75
16 жыл бұрын
g8 has pretty sub par in build quality, the hood doesnt even fit properly most of the time.
@youngquazy
14 жыл бұрын
@rohanb2 its actually the same power. they just changed the way they rate the hp ratings.
@MaxPayne19146
16 жыл бұрын
he never actually said nissan eliminated it. but i like stop discussion. plz dont reply
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
exactly the same way nobody wants an F-150 when they can have an American-made Tundra
@guikegriot
16 жыл бұрын
remember, the goal of the maxima is to be the best performing front wheel sports sedan
@MaxPayne19146
16 жыл бұрын
not sayin its the worse thing in the world just, i just dont want it. its a opinion
@MLGRundownandy
14 жыл бұрын
@JackKangaroo1 That's what they have the infinity line for (the G37 to be exact)
@GGboy1987
15 жыл бұрын
Well you need a new set of eyes because the maxima looks very stylish to me.
@Meyanoos
12 жыл бұрын
Is it me, or does this guy really sound like Owen Wilson!?!??? lol...
@MissionScratch59
12 жыл бұрын
On my 2nd maxima now (2006) and plan on upgrading to an 2011 asap :)
@BKofficer23
14 жыл бұрын
@immortal4942 I agree, even a conventional automatic would be better.
@HotBMWs93
15 жыл бұрын
man that car would be a lot better if they made it with a stick shift :(
@fobdaddie
16 жыл бұрын
they really did do a great job with the new maxima. All models are FWD?
@bjrockstar4563
15 жыл бұрын
my moms got one of these things its pretty fast but i have seen faster
@GGboy1987
15 жыл бұрын
If you can afford it g37, but maxima is not bad either. its a win win.
@clubtc05
16 жыл бұрын
Yup..I wish they would make it RWD...then it would be really awsome..
@fsimpro
12 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review woody harrelson
@11Adrianluongo11
15 жыл бұрын
yeah, only REAL people have the balls to use one, and aren't LAZY.
@giodued95
12 жыл бұрын
I have an '89 Nissan Maxima, next car on my to buy list is this!
@MaxPayne19146
16 жыл бұрын
only thing stopping me from considering this car is that its FWD.
@nismotech
13 жыл бұрын
The only thing keeping me from buying this car is the damn CVT~
@dwaynepeterzen
15 жыл бұрын
This car will probably not being coming out. -Honda Access USA
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