My parents owned several Maximas growing up, I even owned one myself. In my opinion, the maxima is only good in the sportier trim levels, hence the 4DSC Moniker
I rent vehicles a couple times of month for extended trips. Have used Ford Fusions and Hyundai Sonatas mostly. The Sonata Sport has been my favourite so far. My last trip was with the Maxima SV. I was totally impressed. It was incredibly comfortable with no back fatigue and felt very sporty. I had not paid much attention to Nissan before but this one got mine. I definitely have this on the new car radar now.
Yeah true. Who knows nissan might put an 6MT option but i doubt the ones in the US market will grab one or invest to make at least 7spd twin clutch for some of their cars, n their sportscars lineup need more oomph (please make a new Silvia for global market, Nissan!!). Still CVTs work wonders for daily driving n smooth although not as responsive or sensational as a geared auto.
Ardhana Hariwidagdo They wont. Most cars going away with manual transmission to prepare for self driving cars. It’s impossible to do with manual or too risky.
It’s weird because Nissan (Jatco) has a 7 speed dct, and there available everywhere EXCEPT the North American market which sucks because more people would by Nissan’s if they had the dct in them
Lol yeah! These people just bitching about cvt without knowing the reason! nissan is a big fucking car company and they would know better then these to-be level 1 auto technicians😂🤦♂️ go buy any shit car if you don't like cvt.. I have a 2016 maxima woth cvt and it kicks ass of acura, 200
+Bjorn Ironsides Um, fastest 4-doors? Subaru WRX or a V8 Dodge Charger will blow this things doors off for slightly less or slightly more money, and if you take price out of the equation I give you BMW M3 or M5 or any AMG Merc, just off the top of my head. Any number of Jaguars or Audis or even Lexus are also faster, and not by a little bit.
not many affordable cars are turning my eye at the moment. But I just recently started seeing the new Maxima, it's very impressive looking, the body lines are unique I've never seen anything quite like it. , very impressive redesign I never really liked the previous models either so that's saying a lot.
Never understood the hate for the maxima. I love mine and anyone Ive known who has or had one, loves it also. I feel like if it had a Honda logo on it, enthusiasts would be like "this is the best car ever made!" cvt and all
Engine bay not big enough for a fwd car, , no manual option (not even a regular auto or dct), no AWD, not reliable enough and expensive. It's a disappointing car. Might as well get a V6 Camry
Okay it has a CVT. A smooth transmission that you can’t feel shift that stays in its power band better than a naturally aspirated V6 with a regular automatic transmission. The car costed $38,000 when it was new, it’s worth barely $20,000 now, it has 300 hp, sport tuned suspension and a sport exhaust which comes on all trims. The SR is still a 4DSC. The Platinum is an entry level luxury car. I’ll be so glad when people stop whining about the damn CVT.😂
@@thatinformativeguy a man who speaks sense. I understand the dominance of Dual Clutches and manuals for sporty driving, but as a road car an 8 speed CVT is more than most blokes need for performance and fun. Doubt people are gonna autocross this big family car
It looks like that track has fallen on tough times. The conditions look horrible, and 1/3 of the slalom was on grass growing through the cracks! Still, it's another typically great and informative Motor Week review.
I just bought a Maxima Platinum for my wife she loves the car I give it a thumbs up, MSRP price of 42000 I picked this one up for 38,000 plus I got them to throw in an extended warranty 100,000 miles bumper to bumper. there's plenty of room for negotiation on these cars, so if you plan on getting one, wheel and deal.
No reviewer ever talks about its chassis, which is one of it's biggest advantages in its class, even beyond. Someone I know has a 2007 Maxima, and collided into a Honda something at about 55 mph, and the Honda was destroyed completely from the back, while on Maxima, the damage didn't come through the bumper. Nothing against them, but I have seen Toyotas and such losing all the way to their radiators in such collision, but Nissan especially Maxima etc. makes quite strong chassis.
i like seeing extensice reviews usually. But in those extensive reviews they never mention the numbers (0-60, 1/4 mile etc.). This is why i search motorweek after seeing a review somewhere else. Keep up the good work! Also the music isn't really necessary.
I drive a 2017 SR midnight edition and it’s great. Looks good, drives good, and the CVT isn’t annoying like the last gens, or even the current Altima’s.
I LOVED the retro '90s theme of this car review (car review content was good too). It really takes me back to when I was a kid watching car shows on Saturday morning.
4DSC on this to me stands for it being able to do both fun and daily comfort. If you want more hardcore 4 door sportscar, then get Infiniti Q50 Redsport. But then you get less refined ride quality compared to Maxima. Also its more expensive. The cvt adds to the daily drive comfort (slushmatic, ultra low revs). The paddle shift manual mode is for use on corners/mountain roads, not for straight line/highways. That is how to have fun in this thing. Relaxingly fun is how I would put it.
Nissan needs to bring back the Maxima and drop in the new 9spd Auto Box and they'll have a winner. Look how well it performs and changed the Pathfinder.
Things to do if i have this car or at least in the next gen maxima: Add LSD Ditch the nasty moped gearbox for a 7AT or 7TCAT and bonus of 6MT option Keep styling as sexy as what it is now for the next gen maxima
Had a 2018 Maxima S as a loaner and kinda fell in love with it. It’s a complete blast to drive and I love the handling characteristics and styling. But the CVT is what stopped me from buying one after. It’s great and smooth as can be around town, but it’s just so laggy off the line. The lack of an LSD is also really bad on this car because it torque steers very bad. In day to day driving even a quick 1/4 throttle from a stop will peel out the tires with traction on. It was damn near impossible to take off quickly without chirping the tires. It’s not like it had skinny tires either, they were 245s. This with an LSD, an 8 Speed auto (with close ratios, unlike Toyota’s) and maybe the option of AWD would make it an absolute 4DSC. They have the driving and handling characteristics down pat, just a new trans and it’s golden. The interior is much nicer (imo) than the 2018 Q50 3.0T Luxe I test drove the other day. The max has CarPlay, Android Auto, built in navigation, a larger instrument cluster display, and a MUCH better standard audio system. This is comparing base to base inside. Only thing the Q had was fake leather seats vs cloth on the Maxima. But neither were heated so it wasn’t a big deal. Also the Maxima steering wheel is much better.
+Samwise Drogod I love Saab, wish they would bring back the 9-3 Viggen! Also, being high powered FWD cars and those cockpit inspired green dashboards and instrument panels......very cool!
+healingduck Same here. I've been in Acuras, Honda & Lexus for the past few years & thought about going to this new Maxima -- then I saw they kept the stupid CVT. No thanks. I'll be more likely to consider it when they go back to a traditional auto, or DCT. Or even an optional Manual.
+healingduck Same here. Those CVTs have had a lot of problems too. Nissan needs to wake up and realize that a lot of people don't like those hamster wheel belt driven transmissions
Same here. I'm still rocking a 2005 with the 6 speed manual. If they'd throw a manual trans or even a dual clutch auto in the new ones I'd be all over one.
Such a beautiful car with a great engine. This hate for the CVT needs to stop. The engineers deemed it the best option and I bet they know what they're talking about.
Driving enthusiasts don't buy cars with CVT transmission, However I'm sure plenty of soccer moms & software designers will love this lackluster lame sedan. Myself I would rather Opt for - TLX A-Spec - Stinger GT - New Regal GS - Fusion Sport TT
Was their test driver trying to "simulate" shifts with the CVT for their acceleration test?! Just leave it in drive for goodness sake if you want the fastest time the car has to offer. You're just slowing down the transmission at that point. I think it's dumb for car manufacturers to put paddle shifters on CVT vehicles. I recently had a rental with a CVT and I really enjoyed it. It always felt like the car was in the right gear and it was very smooth. When I got my car back with it's typical 6 speed auto it felt so old and clunky. Where I really missed the CVT is when you needed just a little bit more power to accelerate or climb a hill and you were right on the edge of the transmission downshifting.
had one.,. after 30,000 miles things start rattling ( the dash the exhaust) , the collision warning doesnt work , but its always beeping .,if you get one used , make sure it has an SD card , the workers at the car lots steal the sd card and sell em on ebay for 200 bux. Going to the dealer for a replacement sd could cost 500 bux, assuming they can find one that works since theyre synced to the vin number. Only 2 positives for this car are looks , and seat comfort. The front and back seats are top notch.,
Even Honda offers a 6-speed automatic on the their highest tier Accords. At those prices, Nissan could at least offer the 7-speed automatic from their Infinite brand. I'm sure that would elevate the acceleration on the Maxima quite nicely.
Hate to break it to you but most manufacturers are dropping in cvt into at least their cheapest offerings. Subaru legacy is only available with a CVT. Thanks to the stringent EPA mpg standards.
Nissan did a fantastic job with this car but they have to get rid of that transmission and maybe give it a better fwd system. It has the potential to be a fast car but that CVT reigns-in the engine's full power at speeds below 85 mph. Making fast 0-60 runs almost impossible. This car might do 5.4 secs to 60 with a different transmission.
People sleep on those Cvts their faster than you may think I have a 400 hp q50 redsport I race a maxima and let me tell you I was impressive with its performance the difference and my car is fast I beat charger 392s so my car is not slow by any means
Good god I thought that Toyotas were getting ugly but this takes the cake. Nissan also needs to quit it with these worthless CVT transmissions. 4 years ago my roommates girlfriend bought a Nissan Versa and the CVT locked up solid one night when she tried to drive up our slightly icy driveway, had to be towed away. CVTs belong on snowmobiles and scooters, thats it!
Nutz4Gunz45 No..not the new maxima theyre reliable cars i even race with 2016 dodge charger v6 8speed auto i beat the charger 2times and 2016 wrx subaru with stick shift..i destroyed wrx..i beat wrx 3times in straightline race..with the sport mode its nimble and agressive, responsive..but not a single problem or complaint regarding new xtronic cvt in new maxima theyre rock solid..superb..
I wish it has a twin clutch auto not moped slushbox although i'll guarantee it'll shift smoothly (i drove a CVT honda BRV with similar drivetrain config to the fit n HRV)
Definitely is Not the Fastest. I owned a 2001 Few years ago, and i just bought a 2014 the 2014 will blow the Doors off the earlier models. It's a Fact.
I have to admit I see this maxima on the street and it's slicker than Camry and accord. But that cvt shies me away. Had they put a manual or normal auto in it, I'd have try it.
Mine is going strong. It can be quicker in response, but being I'm not used to very high end cars, my timing aligns just right in my motions of prep for take off... I get ahead of most cars tho. Moded Benz c300, BMW 330x, and a moded focus stx... all took an L.
I believe with the SR Midnight they should offer (All Wheel Drive) and 6 speed manual with Brembo brakes borrowing parts off GT-R and 370Z. SR is perfect but give it more for the money say a orient sportier model though no sunroof available add 6 speed manual for SR trim and V8 in class believe the Maxima would up there with the Q50.
1 more thing... without the CVT, your 0-60 is a lot quicker, I clock 5.4secs in my G SEDAN, 5.2 on a GOOD DAY! LOL! that CVT is HOLDING the MAX back from it's TRUE POTENTIAL
Put a 7 speed automatic in this car and you have a winner. They slipped the absolute hell out of that CVT doing the 0-60. A CVT has no place in a car with power like that. They burn up too easily, even in regular driving.
if you don't like the cvt then buy the Infiniti Q50 with the 7 speed Dual clutch transmission in rear wheel drive or all wheel drive its basically same car
I feel that if they will stick there neck out and give at least an option for a 6 speed automatic gas mileage and sales would increase dramatically. I'm not running the cvt's down but The motor is at a strain bc it has no gears, just a belt, it's basically like a golf cart. But I like the feel of a car changing gears. I have a 2001 maxima GLE 4sp auto vq30. Couldn't ask for a better car.
The Maxima's are cheaper now. I love the 8th generation it's best ever has everything for the buck. I wud go with the Platinum it's a great looking car. Many said this car is ugly but looks better to me as the old gen started too show its aged. The Maxima is beautiful, luxurious and might earn a better value.
Take a look at a Charger Scatpack for the same price. Better in every way. Better handling. Better interior with more room. More advanced electronics. A real 8 speed auto trans coupled to a 485 HP MDS Hemi. Rear drive. 4.1sec to 60 and 12.3 quarter while getting 25 MPG cruising. Nissan needs to get with the program!
The best Maximas were the 4th and 5th generation. Years 1995-2003. The CVT is an abomination. The 4th and 5th gen Maximas were available with a manual transmission, making them much more of a drivers car.
I owned a 2001 Maxima few years ago, just bought a 2014 Pearl White with Only 30,000 Miles. I will take the 2014 over the earlier models any day. Bigger, More Luxurious, More Options, and More Power. The Only thing i liked about the Earlier Models was No CVT
+oldtwins na That's Kinda With All Nissan CVT . Power Builds Up. But I'm Pretty Sure Nissan Could've Made A 7 Speed DCT And This Car Would Hit 13's In The 1/4 Easily.
leaving this on a few videos just as a heads up.2017 maxima platinum 600 miles on it.cvt overheats and goes into failsafe after 45 minutes in canyon .happens like clockwork 3 days in a row.doesnt happen on cold mornings only on 70 degree plus afternoons.not happy wish i got something else.worst transmission to pair with "sports"cars.for context im not biased.i actually like everything about the new design except the transmission and body roll.its comfortable(my car is platinum with diamond stitch leather) and entertaining (bose system is good).just very disappointed my car gets stuck in fourth gear range(has no gears,i know) and even manually will not downshift out of fourth.when i finally do get it to downshift it will feel as if still in fourth but reads as second gear.what that means is it takes forever to get up to 60...very disappointed ,dont they test these things? add a cooler if youre going with such a junk transmission.or how about a geared transmission...just feed back from a owner that liked nissan.
TRUST ME ON THIS 1 FOLKS... SAVE YOUR MONEY AND GO UP A LIL HIGHER TO THE Q50S. IT'S STILL A NISSAN PRODUCT. I WANTED THE 2010 MAX, BUT I WENT AND GOT THE INFINITI G37S sedan(OOOOOOH YES!! IT'S EVERYTHING THE MAXIMA ISN'T!! INCLUDING THAT RIDICULOUS CVT!!) and THE G NOW Q50 series is what the MAXIMA is AND ISN'T
uh huh, but you don't get the UPGRADED ENGINE... GENIUS!!(sarcasm) all i'm saying is, $ave your cash and get a more performance oriented Q50S or RED SPORT over the MAXIMA, I know with experience... you'll be glad u do
I can't afford this car, but if I could, I wouldn't buy it be because of the CVT. I just don't like the delay when first pushing the gas pedal. Nobody wants their car to feel like it's stalling when driving in heavy traffic.
The words CVT and Sport should never be in the same sentence. Nissan is making CVT to Nissan customers and regular auto transmission for Infiniti customers. Go figures.
Man, that test track has seen better days. Maybe carpet-bomb it with some Weed-be-Gone. And the 1920's flapper music is a tad annoying. 2 words, Nissan: manual transmission. Thanks!
We need John Davis's voice as a choice for navigation systems...He's a legend
Had mine for 3 years now absolutely love it
My parents owned several Maximas growing up, I even owned one myself. In my opinion, the maxima is only good in the sportier trim levels, hence the 4DSC Moniker
i think this design is the best one yet i love the roof lines and front end
I fell in love immediately. Bought one and still love it. Couple of mods and stereo upgrades. Best sedan I've ever owned.
Quite possibly one of the most gorgeous sedans on the road, bar none.
If you can't afford over 40k yes
False Dodge Charger 👌🏼
Je820rry Or Chrysler 300.
The front end is pretty busy, but the rear is pleasant, and there are some good lines through the sides.
Aston Martin rapide, fisker karma, imo
I rent vehicles a couple times of month for extended trips. Have used Ford Fusions and Hyundai Sonatas mostly. The Sonata Sport has been my favourite so far. My last trip was with the Maxima SV. I was totally impressed. It was incredibly comfortable with no back fatigue and felt very sporty. I had not paid much attention to Nissan before but this one got mine. I definitely have this on the new car radar now.
So, did you happen to get one? Love mine!
Totally agree on ditching the cvt, a nice 7 speed dct and maybe a 6 speed manual option
AT least a normal automatic transmission
They should make a nissan maxima nismo and put a manual transmission
Yeah true. Who knows nissan might put an 6MT option but i doubt the ones in the US market will grab one or invest to make at least 7spd twin clutch for some of their cars, n their sportscars lineup need more oomph (please make a new Silvia for global market, Nissan!!). Still CVTs work wonders for daily driving n smooth although not as responsive or sensational as a geared auto.
Ardhana Hariwidagdo They wont. Most cars going away with manual transmission to prepare for self driving cars. It’s impossible to do with manual or too risky.
It’s weird because Nissan (Jatco) has a 7 speed dct, and there available everywhere EXCEPT the North American market which sucks because more people would by Nissan’s if they had the dct in them
I really don't know why they criticize the cvt so much, on this car the transmission performs really good
I don't see anything wrong with a CVT.
Green And Orange Line Productions
Lol yeah! These people just bitching about cvt without knowing the reason! nissan is a big fucking car company and they would know better then these to-be level 1 auto technicians😂🤦♂️ go buy any shit car if you don't like cvt.. I have a 2016 maxima woth cvt and it kicks ass of acura, 200
+Bjorn Ironsides Um, fastest 4-doors? Subaru WRX or a V8 Dodge Charger will blow this things doors off for slightly less or slightly more money, and if you take price out of the equation I give you BMW M3 or M5 or any AMG Merc, just off the top of my head. Any number of Jaguars or Audis or even Lexus are also faster, and not by a little bit.
Green And Orange Line Productions you must not know how to drive then. A CVT is not for a performance driver. At all.
Just rented this car from my job and I love it already!
not many affordable cars are turning my eye at the moment. But I just recently started seeing the new Maxima, it's very impressive looking, the body lines are unique I've never seen anything quite like it. , very impressive redesign I never really liked the previous models either so that's saying a lot.
Never understood the hate for the maxima. I love mine and anyone Ive known who has or had one, loves it also. I feel like if it had a Honda logo on it, enthusiasts would be like "this is the best car ever made!" cvt and all
Engine bay not big enough for a fwd car,
, no manual option (not even a regular auto or dct), no AWD, not reliable enough and expensive. It's a disappointing car. Might as well get a V6 Camry
@@Jay-dp5wpit's the reliability. It's just not gonna change.
You wait years for car companies to make concepts into reality. Then they shit on your face and put a CVT in it ! wtf ?
Okay it has a CVT. A smooth transmission that you can’t feel shift that stays in its power band better than a naturally aspirated V6 with a regular automatic transmission. The car costed $38,000 when it was new, it’s worth barely $20,000 now, it has 300 hp, sport tuned suspension and a sport exhaust which comes on all trims. The SR is still a 4DSC. The Platinum is an entry level luxury car. I’ll be so glad when people stop whining about the damn CVT.😂
@@thatinformativeguy a man who speaks sense. I understand the dominance of Dual Clutches and manuals for sporty driving, but as a road car an 8 speed CVT is more than most blokes need for performance and fun. Doubt people are gonna autocross this big family car
@@air-headedaviator1805 Omg thank you. Finally someone who agrees with me.
It looks like that track has fallen on tough times. The conditions look horrible, and 1/3 of the slalom was on grass growing through the cracks! Still, it's another typically great and informative Motor Week review.
I just bought a Maxima Platinum for my wife she loves the car I give it a thumbs up,
MSRP price of 42000 I picked this one up for 38,000 plus I got them to throw in an extended warranty 100,000 miles bumper to bumper. there's plenty of room for negotiation on these cars, so if you plan on getting one, wheel and deal.
No reviewer ever talks about its chassis, which is one of it's biggest advantages in its class, even beyond. Someone I know has a 2007 Maxima, and collided into a Honda something at about 55 mph, and the Honda was destroyed completely from the back, while on Maxima, the damage didn't come through the bumper. Nothing against them, but I have seen Toyotas and such losing all the way to their radiators in such collision, but Nissan especially Maxima etc. makes quite strong chassis.
Very true I own s 2007 Maxima SE 3.5 AND nothing damages this chasis I love it
i like seeing extensice reviews usually. But in those extensive reviews they never mention the numbers (0-60, 1/4 mile etc.). This is why i search motorweek after seeing a review somewhere else. Keep up the good work! Also the music isn't really necessary.
Turn the music WAY down... thanks.
Picked up a White Platinum last week. Love it, love, love it so far.
I drive a 2017 SR midnight edition and it’s great. Looks good, drives good, and the CVT isn’t annoying like the last gens, or even the current Altima’s.
im buying one this year because i really like the way they look
I LOVED the retro '90s theme of this car review (car review content was good too). It really takes me back to when I was a kid watching car shows on Saturday morning.
4DSC on this to me stands for it being able to do both fun and daily comfort.
If you want more hardcore 4 door sportscar, then get Infiniti Q50 Redsport. But then you get less refined ride quality compared to Maxima. Also its more expensive.
The cvt adds to the daily drive comfort (slushmatic, ultra low revs). The paddle shift manual mode is for use on corners/mountain roads, not for straight line/highways.
That is how to have fun in this thing. Relaxingly fun is how I would put it.
Nissan needs to bring back the Maxima and drop in the new 9spd Auto Box and they'll have a winner. Look how well it performs and changed the Pathfinder.
Things to do if i have this car or at least in the next gen maxima:
Add LSD
Ditch the nasty moped gearbox for a 7AT or 7TCAT and bonus of 6MT option
Keep styling as sexy as what it is now for the next gen maxima
Had a 2018 Maxima S as a loaner and kinda fell in love with it. It’s a complete blast to drive and I love the handling characteristics and styling. But the CVT is what stopped me from buying one after. It’s great and smooth as can be around town, but it’s just so laggy off the line. The lack of an LSD is also really bad on this car because it torque steers very bad. In day to day driving even a quick 1/4 throttle from a stop will peel out the tires with traction on. It was damn near impossible to take off quickly without chirping the tires. It’s not like it had skinny tires either, they were 245s. This with an LSD, an 8 Speed auto (with close ratios, unlike Toyota’s) and maybe the option of AWD would make it an absolute 4DSC. They have the driving and handling characteristics down pat, just a new trans and it’s golden. The interior is much nicer (imo) than the 2018 Q50 3.0T Luxe I test drove the other day. The max has CarPlay, Android Auto, built in navigation, a larger instrument cluster display, and a MUCH better standard audio system. This is comparing base to base inside. Only thing the Q had was fake leather seats vs cloth on the Maxima. But neither were heated so it wasn’t a big deal. Also the Maxima steering wheel is much better.
that nissan might be inspired by jets, but saab was born from them.
wtf?
+Samwise Drogod Don't forget Mitsubishi. Before jets, they made the infamous Zero from World War II.
+Samwise Drogod I love Saab, wish they would bring back the 9-3 Viggen! Also, being high powered FWD cars and those cockpit inspired green dashboards and instrument panels......very cool!
The CVT is the only think keeping me from buying this car.
Agreed. I have the last gen and it's only fun driving around town.
+healingduck Same here. I've been in Acuras, Honda & Lexus for the past few years & thought about going to this new Maxima -- then I saw they kept the stupid CVT. No thanks. I'll be more likely to consider it when they go back to a traditional auto, or DCT. Or even an optional Manual.
+healingduck Same here. Those CVTs have had a lot of problems too. Nissan needs to wake up and realize that a lot of people don't like those hamster wheel belt driven transmissions
Same here. I'm still rocking a 2005 with the 6 speed manual. If they'd throw a manual trans or even a dual clutch auto in the new ones I'd be all over one.
that'll never happen, you want a non CVT go with infiniti, otherwise stop crying and have fun burning your clutch out lol
Such a beautiful car with a great engine. This hate for the CVT needs to stop. The engineers deemed it the best option and I bet they know what they're talking about.
Scott Ford Best option to improve MPG, but for dynamic driving that won't cause overheating the CVT....
Driving enthusiasts don't buy cars with CVT transmission, However I'm sure plenty of soccer moms & software designers will love this lackluster lame sedan. Myself I would rather Opt for
- TLX A-Spec
- Stinger GT
- New Regal GS
- Fusion Sport TT
Typhoon Steam Cleaning tlx straight trash lmao
The new Maxima looks like a Tesla Model S and I love it!!
Drove the car.. nothing is wrong with a cvt. For the purpose that this car is made for, its perfect combo. Want something different buy Z or Gtr 👌🏻
Was their test driver trying to "simulate" shifts with the CVT for their acceleration test?! Just leave it in drive for goodness sake if you want the fastest time the car has to offer. You're just slowing down the transmission at that point. I think it's dumb for car manufacturers to put paddle shifters on CVT vehicles.
I recently had a rental with a CVT and I really enjoyed it. It always felt like the car was in the right gear and it was very smooth. When I got my car back with it's typical 6 speed auto it felt so old and clunky. Where I really missed the CVT is when you needed just a little bit more power to accelerate or climb a hill and you were right on the edge of the transmission downshifting.
had one.,. after 30,000 miles things start rattling ( the dash the exhaust) , the collision warning doesnt work , but its always beeping .,if you get one used , make sure it has an SD card , the workers at the car lots steal the sd card and sell em on ebay for 200 bux. Going to the dealer for a replacement sd could cost 500 bux, assuming they can find one that works since theyre synced to the vin number. Only 2 positives for this car are looks , and seat comfort. The front and back seats are top notch.,
Without spining tires 5.8 easily quarter mile
Who the hell thought that kaleidoscope of crap music would be good in the background?!
Even Honda offers a 6-speed automatic on the their highest tier Accords. At those prices, Nissan could at least offer the 7-speed automatic from their Infinite brand. I'm sure that would elevate the acceleration on the Maxima quite nicely.
Most of Infiniti cars aren't front wheel drive. So trans swap wouldn't work.
If this thing had a DSG or better yet a proper 6 speed manual I'd be buying this today however the CVT Piece of crap just ruins it for me.
But everything else is A1
Hate to break it to you but most manufacturers are dropping in cvt into at least their cheapest offerings. Subaru legacy is only available with a CVT. Thanks to the stringent EPA mpg standards.
Nissan did a fantastic job with this car but they have to get rid of that transmission and maybe give it a better fwd system. It has the potential to be a fast car but that CVT reigns-in the engine's full power at speeds below 85 mph. Making fast 0-60 runs almost impossible. This car might do 5.4 secs to 60 with a different transmission.
I think caranddriver or somewhere else got a 5.7 0-60. NOT 2 BAD. ..
People sleep on those Cvts their faster than you may think I have a 400 hp q50 redsport I race a maxima and let me tell you I was impressive with its performance the difference and my car is fast I beat charger 392s so my car is not slow by any means
Silver Beast Q50 REDSPORT Lol no you don’t.
No spining tires 5.7 seconds
funny how it sounded like it spun the whole 0-60 run! 6 seconds into the run and you can still hear the tires!
the last model looks way way better
Great review. I love this car great looks great interior, great engine. The one thing that's kept me from owning one is that darn CVT. Yuck
Good god I thought that Toyotas were getting ugly but this takes the cake. Nissan also needs to quit it with these worthless CVT transmissions. 4 years ago my roommates girlfriend bought a Nissan Versa and the CVT locked up solid one night when she tried to drive up our slightly icy driveway, had to be towed away. CVTs belong on snowmobiles and scooters, thats it!
Nutz4Gunz45 No..not the new maxima theyre reliable cars i even race with 2016 dodge charger v6 8speed auto i beat the charger 2times and 2016 wrx subaru with stick shift..i destroyed wrx..i beat wrx 3times in straightline race..with the sport mode its nimble and agressive, responsive..but not a single problem or complaint regarding new xtronic cvt in new maxima theyre rock solid..superb..
Yakabitch B no you didn't, show us a video of your car.
I wish it has a twin clutch auto not moped slushbox although i'll guarantee it'll shift smoothly (i drove a CVT honda BRV with similar drivetrain config to the fit n HRV)
2002-03 maxima is the best and the fastest
Definitely is Not the Fastest. I owned a 2001 Few years ago, and i just bought a 2014 the 2014 will blow the Doors off the earlier models. It's a Fact.
NISSAN need to get rid of the CVT transmission in the MAXIMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
As long as there is a CVT the Maxima will never be sporty. The 370 has a geared auto, why not the Maxima?
+M Danah All of Nissan's FWD cars have CVTs in them, so it's not surprising.
because Nissan is almost GM-like in their habit of cutting corners
@@ryushishiratori2312 i know even the uber entry level cars like datsuns (they're econoboxes nowadays) to elgrands/quests have moped slushboxes.
Weeds growing on the track?
Maybe the landscaper got fired.
I have to admit I see this maxima on the street and it's slicker than Camry and accord. But that cvt shies me away. Had they put a manual or normal auto in it, I'd have try it.
the voice narrator starts off like we are On the price is,right show
Aztec Warrior Been that way for decades...
Whats with the background music?
The damn CVT ruins the car
Mine is going strong. It can be quicker in response, but being I'm not used to very high end cars, my timing aligns just right in my motions of prep for take off... I get ahead of most cars tho. Moded Benz c300, BMW 330x, and a moded focus stx... all took an L.
Good review & great Nissan.
These MW reviews are great...but what’s with the music?
2:22 the guy's flesh colored pants made it look like he wasn't wearing any pants.
I believe with the SR Midnight they should offer (All Wheel Drive) and 6 speed manual with Brembo brakes borrowing parts off GT-R and 370Z. SR is perfect but give it more for the money say a orient sportier model though no sunroof available add 6 speed manual for SR trim and V8 in class believe the Maxima would up there with the Q50.
1 more thing... without the CVT, your 0-60 is a lot quicker, I clock 5.4secs in my G SEDAN, 5.2 on a GOOD DAY! LOL! that CVT is HOLDING the MAX back from it's TRUE POTENTIAL
Put a 7 speed automatic in this car and you have a winner.
They slipped the absolute hell out of that CVT doing the 0-60. A CVT has no place in a car with power like that. They burn up too easily, even in regular driving.
if you don't like the cvt then buy the Infiniti Q50 with the 7 speed Dual clutch transmission in rear wheel drive or all wheel drive its basically same car
Nice, Nissan.
I feel that if they will stick there neck out and give at least an option for a 6 speed automatic gas mileage and sales would increase dramatically. I'm not running the cvt's down but The motor is at a strain bc it has no gears, just a belt, it's basically like a golf cart. But I like the feel of a car changing gears. I have a 2001 maxima GLE 4sp auto vq30. Couldn't ask for a better car.
The Maxima's are cheaper now. I love the 8th generation it's best ever has everything for the buck. I wud go with the Platinum it's a great looking car. Many said this car is ugly but looks better to me as the old gen started too show its aged. The Maxima is beautiful, luxurious and might earn a better value.
Dont know which i like more the impala or the maxima. Love both designs
the impala's design has been sedated unfortunately but if it were my money I'd go with the maxima
The previous body style looked so much better!! I just don't care for the front end on these..
Basically it's still just a better-looking Altima. If only it had a real transmission
NOYFB sorry but your maxima can't beat those two cars, Keep dreaming.
Thr only complaint for this car so far is the moped slushbox.
Take a look at a Charger Scatpack for the same price. Better in every way. Better handling. Better interior with more room. More advanced electronics. A real 8 speed auto trans coupled to a 485 HP MDS Hemi. Rear drive. 4.1sec to 60 and 12.3 quarter while getting 25 MPG cruising. Nissan needs to get with the program!
How are those CVT transmissions working out for Nissan......Not too good.
The background music is too loud in this video. Please turn it down a bit next time. Background music is competing with John Davis. Thanks.
The best Maximas were the 4th and 5th generation. Years 1995-2003. The CVT is an abomination. The 4th and 5th gen Maximas were available with a manual transmission, making them much more of a drivers car.
I owned a 2001 Maxima few years ago, just bought a 2014 Pearl White with Only 30,000 Miles. I will take the 2014 over the earlier models any day. Bigger, More Luxurious, More Options, and More Power. The Only thing i liked about the Earlier Models was No CVT
supposably. John Davidson has graduated to the level of my mother in law in non-existent word usage.
14.3@102mph ?? Pretty Sure This Could Hit A 13.9 With That Trap Speed.
+jsnevels2 yea 102 trap speed shows this is no joke with its rated power. the cvt struggles to get the car off the line.
+oldtwins na That's Kinda With All Nissan CVT . Power Builds Up. But I'm Pretty Sure Nissan Could've Made A 7 Speed DCT And This Car Would Hit 13's In The 1/4 Easily.
Easily with a tune
@@EvmEvm-q3g Hard To Tune These With CVTs.
@@J.Nev. Yeahh maybe you are right, it is possible but cvt wont Last Long enough
Used to be my dream car. The CVT stopped that
getting rid of my SV Altima 2016 getting the SL Maxima 2016 today 😅😅
Wish Nissan would import the new Maxima here to Europe, but no :( The last Maxima we got was the A33...
the music seemed louder then usual , it drowned out the commentary at times
What were you thinking with that music?
And that volume level too.
Long time viewer but could barely enjoy John.
Nissan needs to bring back thee 6 speed manual for their Maxima's
leaving this on a few videos just as a heads up.2017 maxima platinum 600 miles on it.cvt overheats and goes into failsafe after 45 minutes in canyon .happens like clockwork 3 days in a row.doesnt happen on cold mornings only on 70 degree plus afternoons.not happy wish i got something else.worst transmission to pair with "sports"cars.for context im not biased.i actually like everything about the new design except the transmission and body roll.its comfortable(my car is platinum with diamond stitch leather) and entertaining (bose system is good).just very disappointed my car gets stuck in fourth gear range(has no gears,i know) and even manually will not downshift out of fourth.when i finally do get it to downshift it will feel as if still in fourth but reads as second gear.what that means is it takes forever to get up to 60...very disappointed ,dont they test these things? add a cooler if youre going with such a junk transmission.or how about a geared transmission...just feed back from a owner that liked nissan.
Huel Howser thanks. We'll make sure we don't drive in the Canyon.
cvt ruins everything
OscarMaris totally agree
Inspired by jets is Saab -_-
Problem is the Infiniti Q50 exist. Make a cheaper version of that car with the RWD platform & 7spd automatic/6spd manual then you'll have a 4DSC.
Trades46 Amen dude...
With AWD is enough and a manual option
The CVT relegated the Maxima from 4DSC to rental car status.
TRUST ME ON THIS 1 FOLKS... SAVE YOUR MONEY AND GO UP A LIL HIGHER TO THE Q50S. IT'S STILL A NISSAN PRODUCT. I WANTED THE 2010 MAX, BUT I WENT AND GOT THE INFINITI G37S sedan(OOOOOOH YES!! IT'S EVERYTHING THE MAXIMA ISN'T!! INCLUDING THAT RIDICULOUS CVT!!) and THE G NOW Q50 series is what the MAXIMA is AND ISN'T
+93remix Same here and I think I'm sticking with Infiniti forever and ever!
uh huh, but you don't get the UPGRADED ENGINE... GENIUS!!(sarcasm) all i'm saying is, $ave your cash and get a more performance oriented Q50S or RED SPORT over the MAXIMA, I know with experience... you'll be glad u do
The Last Stand of the venerable VQ V6
I wish the Maxima had the Infiniti automatic and AWD.
Motorweek or The Price Is Right?
WTF? People are complaining about the CVT, yet this car does 0-60in 6 secs...sheeezzzz
They still haven't topped the 02-03 model so yeah.. I mean 14 years and nothing better than a first year 3.5 as far as performance goes..
Great car!
Nice looking car indeed!
the cvt sabotaged nissan, without it it would've outsold the camry
Car went into limp mode right after testing
Mine is still in beast mode. Maybe a previous driver f'd it up.
I felt like I was watching an infomercial. “Call now, and we’ll include the spoiler for free! You heard that right! Free!” XD
I also hate the cvt especially in a "4DSC". They should have gave it a 6 or 7 speed auto. Cvt's suck.
I can't afford this car, but if I could, I wouldn't buy it be because of the CVT. I just don't like the delay when first pushing the gas pedal. Nobody wants their car to feel like it's stalling when driving in heavy traffic.
whats so bad about the CVT? I dont get it
The words CVT and Sport should never be in the same sentence. Nissan is making CVT to Nissan customers and regular auto transmission for Infiniti customers. Go figures.
That's my car ❤😂
This car is too expensive. I might as well get an Infiniti Q50 for that price
+Baasil F. Base model starts at 32K
you can get you a charger Hemi or Chrysler 300c loaded for that price with way more power and personal appeal with a real transmission fuck that s***
Was this shot in 2002?
deisl motor is available??
Man, that test track has seen better days. Maybe carpet-bomb it with some Weed-be-Gone.
And the 1920's flapper music is a tad annoying.
2 words, Nissan: manual transmission. Thanks!
Those are 19 inch rims not 18 this is the SR
sorry that center console is banging on my knee & it drives me crazy
I agree driver space is narrow. I'm 6 feet 1in. But I bought the car anyway.
amazing car I love it
in person I thought one was a Kia Optima from the side lol.