New 2010 Nissan Maxima NJ 3.5 SV 3.5L 6Cyl. Fuel Injected Gasoline Not Specified 4 Dr Sedan FWD Nissan Maxima for sale in New Jersey at Sansones Route 1 Nissan Avenel NJ.

Reviews
One Liner
Our actual first words behind the wheel of an SE with the big tires and the five-speed automatic were something like, 'Whoooo' and 'hooo!'
AutoWeek
One Liner
We borrowed a 3.5SE six-speed model for evaluation, since the priorities of this magazine tend -- as you've possibly noticed -- toward the sporting lunatic fringe.
Car and Driver
Liked Most
The cut-out dash near the windshield is unique, and it's lined with a suede material (which makes its way around to the doors) that entices you to touch it.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.
Road & Track
Comparison
Though not significantly different in size than the Altima, the new Maxima conveys more of an aggressive, upscale image, thanks to a more distinct, coupe-like shape, more arched roof, and large, styled wheels.
Liked Most
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.
The Car Connection
TagLine
A four-door sedan with sports-car performance.
Introduction
The Nissan Maxima, which was all-new for the 2009 model year, is one of a growing group of sedans that are becoming known as four-door sports cars.These are sports sedans, but with edgier styling and first-rate performance and handling, and the Maxima is one of the best. The Maxima was engineered, built, tuned and aimed at drivers who prefer sporty handling and a firmer ride as opposed to the softer, more luxurious rides associated with many cars in this class. The Maxima competes with the Acura TL, Infiniti G, Cadillac CTS, Toyota Avalon, as well as deluxe versions of the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. The Nissan Maxima features a notably wide track, which helps the chassis handle the corners on its big tires.The Maxima shares its chassis and underpinnings with the other cars and SUVs mounted on the Nissan front-drive platform, including the Murano and Altima; the Maxima is close in physical measurements to the Altima.For the Maxima, the platform is measurably stiffer.Sport and Premium package versions use a large steel panel behind the rear seat to connect the floor, walls and package shelf into a single unit that, according to Nissan, is up to 17 percent stiffer than the base model, all aimed at sharper handling.Sport versions add a brace across the front suspension towers for greater stiffness and steering precision. Changes for the 2010 model year are minor.There are new finishes for the 18-inch and 19-inch wheels, a Bluetooth hands-free phone system is standard, XM Satellite Radio is standard on the SV trim level, the previous iPod connectivity is changed to USB connectivity, and there are two new exterior colors.In addition, there is a new optional Monitor Package, which includes a seven-inch color monitor, RearView monitor, auxiliary audio-video input jack, iPod net and 2GB Music Server.The Technology Package gains DVD playback capability, streaming audio via Bluetooth, and XM NavWeather.
Lineup
The 2010 Nissan Maxima range consists of two models, the S and the SV.They are powered by a 3.5-liter dohc V6 engine and come with Nissan's Xtronic CVT.The Maxima is front-drive, and has four-wheel disc brakes with ABS as standard equipment.Nissan's Variable Dynamic Control (electronic stability control) and Traction Control System are also standard. Maxima S ($30,460) comes standard with cloth upholstery, dual-zone air conditioning, power windows, locks, mirrors and driver's seat, trip computer, power moonroof, cruise control, intelligent key and starter button, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 eight-speaker sound system with an auxiliary jack, and Bluetooth. Maxima SV ($33,180) upgrades with leather upholstery, a nine-speaker Bose sound system with speed-sensitive volume control, subwoofers and RDS, a driver's seat with a thigh extension and power lumbar, a compass, fog lights, HomeLink, turn signal repeaters in the mirrors, and XM Satellite Radio. There are three major options packages for the SV: The Sport Package ($2,030) features a sport-tuned suspension, 245/40VR19 tires and 19-inch aluminum wheels, rear spoiler, HID xenon headlights, leather-appointed seats, heated front seats, heated leather steering wheel, power tilt/telescopic steering column, paddle shifters, automatic entry/exit system (with two-driver memory), driver-side memory (driver's seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel), rear bucket seats, rear-seat trunk pass-through, large rear-seat fold-down center armrest with finisher, heated outside mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature and auto-dimming on the driver's side, and metallic-link trim. The Premium Package ($3,230) features the Dual Panel Moonroof with power retractable sunshades, power rear-window sunshade, premium mood lighting, front and rear power windows with one-touch auto-up/down feature, HID xenon headlights, premium leather-appointed seats, heated front seats, premium heated leather steering wheel, power tilt/telescopic steering column, paddle shifters, automatic entry/exit system (with two-driver memory), driver-side memory (driver's seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel), rear bucket seats, rear-seat trunk pass-through, large rear-seat fold-down center armrest with finisher, rear-seat audio and HVAC controls, outside mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature, heated outside mirrors, auto-dimming driver-side outside mirror, Eucalyptus wood-tone trim, seven-inch color monitor, RearView Monitor, Interface System for iPod, iPod net in center console, and auxiliary audio/video input jack.The Technology Package ($1,850) features the Nissan Hard Drive Navigation System with Voice-Recognition, 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive, XM NavTraffic and XM NavWeather, and seven-inch touch-screen color monitor. Stand-alone options include the Cold Package ($400) with heated front seats, outside mirrors and steering wheel; HID headlights ($400); a rear spoiler ($370); and 19-inch high-performance summer tires.Accessories for both models include floor mats and a trunk mat, splash guards, and a trunk sub-floor organizer with first aid kit and emergency kit. Safety features include dual-stage frontal, side-impact and side-curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, Vehicle Dynamic Control (electronic stability control), Traction Control, and tire-pressure monitoring.
Walkaround
The Maxima has a distinctive look that places it within Nissan styling themes but at the same time gives it an appearance that is all its own. Every exterior body panel on the car shows adventurous and modern design and shaping.The grille, headlamps and 12-LED taillamps are large and fit well into the whole exterior design, and the fenders and hood have edges and bulges for a very sporty appearance.The wheel arches are pronounced, and the door skins are pulled in from the fenders and flattened out so that the whole body has what the designers call a Coke-bottle shape, with a short nose, a short deck, a long, sloping roof and a BMW-style C-pillar curvature. The Maxima is a great looking, assertive sedan with high style and fine detailing, and it doesn't look like anything else in the Nissan lineup.
Interior
Inside the Maxima, the design, materials, and execution of the interior are first-rate throughout. The interior features of the Maxima are all about concentration of controls and information around the driver.The interior includes a few items right out of the Nissan parts bin, like the radio and navigation control panel on top of the center stack, backed up by lower controls with large, very readable labels and markings, daytime-lighted instruments, a hefty three-spoke steering wheel with redundant controls for the audio system, and huge paddle shifters for the CVT transmission, with very long upper and lower arms that assure you will never be out of reach of a quick shift.The floor shifter is located over to the left, for those who want quick shifts using the stick instead of the paddles. The driver's seat is multi-adjustable, especially in the Sport package version that we drove, and very huggy and comfortable. In the rear compartment, the seat can be ordered either as a 60/40 fold-down for cargo hauling, or as a fixed seat with a cargo pass-through in the center for occasional hauling or ski trips.
Driving Impression
The Nissan Maxima comes with a very strong, very responsive 3.5-liter V6 engine.At 290 horsepower, the Maxima's V6 is right at the top of the class in terms of power development for its size, but it's not peaky or cranky because the valve and intake systems keep it optimized for whatever gear and rev range.It has both variable valve timing and a variable intake system, a system that opens wide at about 4500 rpm, wide enough that you can hear the engine sound change dramatically, adding to the driving enjoyment. Maxima is EPA-rated at 19 mpg City, 26 mpg Highway.The engine is rated at 290 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 261 pound-feet of torque at 4400 rpm.The continuously variable transmission, or CVT, includes a manual mode so different drive ratios can be selected. We found the engine smooth and quiet, right up to the 6200 rpm redline, and it delivered plenty of punch throughout the rev range.This makes the car enjoyable to drive, and if you can keep your foot out of it, you can get better mileage than the 26 mpg EPA-Highway label.If you keep your foot in it, expect 0-60 mph times of 5.8 seconds or less. The only transmission available, much to the chagrin of some critics, is the CVT (continuously variable transmission), a much-improved Nissan innovation.Maxima's CVT offers a manual mode, and we found it a joy to use in either mode.According to Nissan, the Xtronic CVT software contains more than 700 shifting algorithms to cope with every driving situation in every gear from idle to full-throttle, and the transmission can shift 30 percent faster than a human.In the Sport Drive mode, the shifts were lightning quick, and included a very sporty throttle blip on every downshift. The front-drive Maxima has six engine mounts, and the engine is mounted quite low in the chassis for a lower center of gravity and better handling.The suspension uses aluminum components, and a geometry chosen for handling capabilities.The front-drive system has virtually no torque-steer, even on full throttle. We found the Nissan Maxima SV Sport always felt agile, glued to the road and ready to play, with no hint of harshness in the ride. The speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering system is shared with the 350Z sports car, and it makes the driver feel truly connected, truly part of the steering and driving process, and it's never over-boosted.The ABS brakes have vented rotors both front and rear, for superior fade-resistance and added braking power under severe conditions. The only time this Maxima gets sporty and rorty is when the engine intake system switches over into high-flow mode above 4500 rpm.The rest of the time, the car is very quiet inside, with very little intrusion from the outside world.
Summary
The Nissan Maxima is one of the most fun-to-drive cars in the class, and one of the best-engineered front-drive sporty sedans available, from its accurate, quick steering to the engine power to the remarkably good performance of the CVT.It isn't the roomiest car in the class, and it isn't the least expensive.Instead, it's designed as a premium car for drivers who want something sporty. Jim McCraw filed this NewCarTestDrive.com report from Cary, North Carolina.
Model Lineup
Nissan Maxima S ($30,460), SV ($33,180).
Assembled In
Smyrna, Tennessee.
Options As Tested
Sport Package ($2,030); Tech Package ($1,850), HID headlamps ($400), Monitor Package ($700), Cold Package, Premium Package.
Model Tested
Nissan Maxima SV ($33,180).
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Standard Equipment
(Typical standard equipment usually available on this model. Please contact us for more information.)
Wheels
Diameter, 18	Standard
Rim Type, Silver alloy	Standard
Spare Wheel
Rim type, Steel	Standard
Spare Tire
Mount Location, Inside under cargo	Standard
Size, Compact	Standard
Suspension
Rear Suspension Type, Multi-link	Standard
Front Suspension Classification, Independent	Standard
Front Spring Type, Coil	Standard
Front Stabilizer Bar, Regular	Standard
Rear Spring Type, Coil	Standard
Class, Regular	Standard
Independent, Four-wheel	Standard
Front suspension type, Strut	Standard
Lights
Headlights auto delay	Standard
Headlights dusk sensor	Standard
Front Fog lights	Standard
Roof
Sunroof	Standard
One-Touch Power Sunroof	Standard
Drivetrain
Axle ratio	Standard
Seats
Total Seating Capacity, 5	Standard
Front seat type, Bucket	Standard
Passenger Seat
Head Restraint Whiplash Protection, Whiplash protection system	Standard
Rear Seats
Folding, Fold forward seatback	Standard
Center armrest, Yes	Standard
Type, Bench	Standard
Locks
Power door locks, Remote power door locks	Standard
2-Stage unlocking, 2-stage unlocking	Standard
Windows
Power windows	Standard
Front wipers - intermittent	Standard
Front wipers - speed sensitive	Standard
Privacy glass	Standard
Rear defogger	Standard
Mirrors
Driver mirror adjustment, Power remote	Standard
Passenger mirror adjustment, Power remote	Standard
Vanity mirrors, Dual illuminated vanity mirrors	Standard
Signal mirrors, Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Convenience Features
Cruise control, Cruise control	Standard
Power steering, Speed-proportional power steering	Standard
Steering wheel, Tilt and telescopic	Standard
Audio controls on steering wheel, Audio controls	Standard
Cruise controls on steering wheel, Cruise controls	Standard
Cupholders, Front and rear	Standard
Remote trunk release, Power	Standard
Door pockets, Driver and passenger	Standard
Seatback storage, 2	Standard
Retained accessory power, Retained accessory power	Standard
Overhead console, Mini with storage	Standard
Universal remote transmitter, Universal remote transmitter	Standard
Center Console, Full with covered storage	Standard
Multi-function remote, Trunk/hatch/door, windows	Standard
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim, Leather/metal-look	Standard
Dash trim, Piano black	Standard
Cargo area light, Cargo area light	Standard
Instrumentation
Tachometer	Standard
Trip computer	Standard
Clock	Standard
External temp	Standard
Low fuel level	Standard
Compass	Standard
Exterior Features
Grill	Standard
Audio System
Speed Sensitive Volume Control, Yes	Standard
Premium Brand Speakers, Bose	Standard
Antenna Type, Window grid	Standard
In-Dash CD, 6-disc	Standard
Radio, AM/FM/Satellite	Standard
Telematics
wireless connectivity, Bluetooth	Standard
Doors
left rear passenger door type, Conventional	Standard
right rear passenger door type, Conventional	Standard
Rear door type, Trunk	Standard
Truck Features
Door reinforcement	Standard
Bumpers	Standard
Airbags
Head airbags, Curtain 1st and 2nd row	Standard
Passenger Airbag, Yes	Standard
Stability and Traction
Traction control	Standard
Child Safety
Child safety locks, Yes	Standard
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt, 3-point belt	Standard
Seatbelt pretensioners, Front	Standard
Transmission
Number of speeds, Continuously variable	Standard
Manual / automatic, Automatic	Standard
Automatic type, CVT	Standard
Engine
Max RPM, 6,400	Standard
Valve Gear, DOHC	Standard
Total Valves, 24	Standard
Engine Configuration, V	Standard
Displacement, 213	Standard
Vehicle Emissions, ULEV II	Standard
Horse Power, 290	Standard
Variable Valve Timing, Variable valve timing	Standard
Max Torque RPM, 4,400	Standard
Compression Ratio, 10.60 : 1	Standard
Keyless Ignition, With keyless ignition	Standard
Air Conditioning
Front air conditioning zones, Dual	Standard
Air filtration, Interior air filtration	Standard
Security
Anti-theft alarm system, Yes	Standard
engine immobilizer, Engine immobilizer	Standard
Headrests
Adjustable Front Headrests, Manual adjustable	Standard
Driver Seat
Manual Adjustments, 8	Standard
Power Adjustments, 8	Standard
Height Adjustable, Power	Standard
Brakes
Braking assist, Braking assist inches	Standard
Front brakes, Ventilated disc inches	Standard
ABS Brakes
ABS, 4-wheel	Standard
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