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See Full Image Gallery >> The bell tolls for the Nissan Maxima, the nameplate ending life in its current ICE incarnation sometime in the middle of its 42nd year after being born as the Datsun Maxima in 1981. This last model-year walk to the grave brings no flowers nor celebrations, though; the 2023 Maxima gets decorated with the new Nissan logo that debuted on the Ariya electric crossover in 2020, and the top-shelf Maxima Platinum trim semi-aniline leather seating surfaces and illuminated kick plates. Prices are up $300 on the entry-level SV and sport-focused SR trims. The Platinum's fancier leather makes that car $1,100 more expensive. New MSRPs after the $1,095 destination charge are:
The sheetmetal hides an unchanged powertrain, the 3.5-liter V6 putting out 300 horsepower and 261 pound-feet of torque through a continuously variable transmission to the front wheels only. Deciding who got tired of the Maxima first — Nissan, or customers — could be a chicken and egg quandary. What's clear now is that both are. Nissan's left its once-mighty four-door, billed with the tagline "Born to thrill," lagging in the modern age with an eight-inch infotainment screen, no Android Auto, and no all-wheel drive. Only 3,753 units have found homes through the first half of this year, after dealers sold just over 16,300 Maximas in 2021. Once the automaker has its electric mojo fully charged as part of the Ambition 2030 plan, there's a chance the Maxima name could make a comeback with a big battery instead of the VQ V6. We'll know more about where the plan is headed when the Ariya electric crossover and its "impressively futuristic" interior begin reaching customer hands in noteworthy numbers. Related video: You Might Also Like
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Buying tipThe 2023 Nissan Maxima works well enough in SV trim, though the SR can tempt with its sportier ride. features & specsPlatinum CVT SR CVT SV CVT The 2023 Nissan Maxima soldiers on at the curious intersection between sporty moves, big-sedan space, and overt style, without nailing any of them.What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Nissan Maxima? What does it compare to? A four-door sedan that gives off premium-car vibes, the 2023 Maxima compares best with the Lexus ES, VW Arteon, and the related Nissan Altima. Is the 2023 Nissan Maxima a good car? Review continues below This full-size sedan has sporty styling and a big V-6 engine, though its mission seems muddy. We like its safety record and its ride quality, though we suggest looking closely at its rivals with better-behaved transmissions and bigger back seats. It gets a TCC Rating of 6.2 out of 10. (Read more about how we rate cars.) What's new for the 2023 Nissan Maxima? The Maxima carries into 2023 with few notable tweaks. This full-size sedan wears muscular styling with a few bold touches outside. Its V-shape grille and complex headlights give way to big fenders and a roof that appears to float above the rest of the body. It’s less thrilling inside, though the 8.0-inch touchscreen carries easy-to-use software and standard Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility. The 300-hp 3.5-liter V-6 is refined and fairly powerful, but it’s connected to a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) at odds with the sedan’s sporty positioning. It’s never all that quick, and more power is more than a stab or two at the throttle away. At 24 mpg combined, the CVT doesn’t exactly dole out spectacular fuel economy gains, either. The comfortable ride quality and good handling are big-sedan standouts, though. Inside, the cabin has nice front seats but limited rear-seat room and a small trunk. There’s plenty of standard safety tech, though, including automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warnings, and blind-spot monitors, while top-line versions also offer a surround-view camera system. How much does the 2023 Nissan Maxima cost? The Maxima starts just south of $40,000 this year, with standard leather seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a few other niceties. The step-up SR trim may be tempting with its interior upgrades and more buttoned-down chassis. Where is the 2023 Nissan Maxima made? In Smyrna, Tennessee. The 2023 Nissan Maxima is a flamboyant big car.Is the Nissan Maxima a good-looking car? It’s a striking, attention-grabbing choice, if not a classically beautiful one. The Maxima set the tone for Nissan’s other sedan models when it was introduced a few years back, and it still looks pretty good today. We give it a 7 out of 10, with most of those two points allocated to its exterior. Up front, the V-shape grille dives deep down the front bumper. It’s surrounded by busy LED accent lighting. It’s even more interesting from the side, where a chunk of black trim separates the roof from the body on the C-pillar, an almost BMW-like look that works well as its most distinctive point. Rather conventional taillights connected by a chrome brow above the license plate round out the tail, though the big chrome exhaust pipe finishers are a nice touch. The Maxima’s cockpit lacks any real styling verve. Sure, there’s a flat-bottom steering wheel and some aluminum-looking touches on most versions, but the buttons and switchgear lack the special feel expected from an automaker’s range-topping sedan. Review continues below Think of the 2023 Nissan Maxima as a big sedan with a moderate amount of cush and you’re going down the right road.It may have been a four-door sports car once upon a time, but the 2023 Nissan Maxima would rather sit in a rocking chair and reminisce about the past. That’s not to say it’s a bad sedan, but it lacks the sporty verve its styling promises. We rate it at 7 out of 10, with points each for ride quality and handling. Is the Nissan Maxima 4WD? No, these sedans come only with front-wheel drive. How fast is the Nissan Maxima? The 300-hp 3.5-liter V-6 furnishes impressive oomph, but it’s teamed with a fun-sucking CVT. The transmission struggles to keep up with throttle inputs, which results in an annoying surging sensation and occasional power drop-offs. It would be nice to see Nissan jettison the CVT for the 9-speed automatic Nissan pairs with this same engine in its Pathfinder crossover. The paddle shifters fitted to the Maxima SR are more of a gimmick than a performance-enhancer, though they can be handy on hilly roads. The Maxima dials up 60 mph in about seven seconds, which really isn’t all that quick for an allegedly performance-oriented machine. The long wheelbase gives the Maxima a comfortable ride, and its dampers are tuned to take big bumps in stride. SR versions are slightly firmer, but even they lack the agility expected from a performance-oriented sedan. Review continues below It may be a big sedan, but the 2023 Nissan Maxima does not have a full-size interior.The 2023 Nissan Maxima’s positioning as a driver-oriented model may be more obvious in its interior than anywhere else. Its front seats are comfy and supportive, but rear-seat passengers will find limited head room and a scant amount of leg room. Even the shorter Nissan Altima has more second-row leg room. Standard leather is a nice touch, however, and the front seats include a good range of power adjustments. The 14.3 cubic-foot trunk is small for a big sedan, too. Just how poorly did Nissan use all of its allotted interior space? Review continues below A great set of crash-test scores works in the 2023 Nissan Maxima’s favor.How safe is the Nissan Maxima? It’s well-equipped to avoid crashes, and testing indicates it’ll hold up well if all else fails. For its Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS, its NHTSA five-star rating, and its excellent standard tech, we rate the 2023 Nissan Maxima at 8 out of 10. Every model comes with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitors, and active lane control. A surround-view camera system is relegated to the Platinum trim only, though the tricky rearward vision caused by the big roof pillars suggests to us that the tech should be standard across the line. Review continues below The 2023 Nissan Maxima makes the most sense in sport-ish SR trim.The 2023 Nissan Maxima is offered in three trim levels starting at $39,235. That money buys a wide array of crash-avoidance and driver-assistance tech, plus leather seats, 18-inch wheels, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple Carplay, and navigation. Its big screen and good standard fare elevate it to a 7 on the TCC scale. One bummer? The basic 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. Which Nissan Maxima should I buy? The SV is good enough, but the SR with its stiffer suspension is more fun to drive. It also includes nicer leather with suede-like inserts and a memory system for the driver’s seat. At $44,395, it’s not cheap, but we feel it may be worth the upspend if you’re after a sporty sedan. How much is a fully loaded Nissan Maxima? The range-topping Platinum costs another $950 and it adds even swankier leather, a rear window sunshade, and wood-like interior trim. Review continues below The 2023 Nissan Maxima is fairly thirsty.Is the Nissan Maxima good on gas? It’s a big, heavy sedan with a large V-6 engine. All things considered, 20 mpg city, 30 highway, 24 combined isn’t that bad. The 2023 Nissan Maxima rates a 2 on the TCC scale. Review continues below Continue Reading The Car Connection Consumer ReviewIs Nissan making a 2023 Maxima?NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With generous V6 horsepower, eye-catching design and the peace of mind of standard safety technology, the 2023 Nissan Maxima is on sale now with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)1 of $38,140.
Is Maxima going to be discontinued?After more than four decades and eight generations, the Nissan Maxima will end its run next year. Nissan confirmed to C/D that it will end production of the sedan in mid-2023.
Is Nissan coming out with a new Maxima?The model created a blueprint for the sport sedan and is now being phased out after the 2023 model year. Nissan has confirmed that production of the Maxima will cease in 2023.
Is Nissan redesigning the Maxima?According to Auto News, the Maxima sedan is due to be replaced this coming year. However, there is a chance that Nissan may wait to release a redesigned Maxima the same year that it may roll out a redesigned Murano, LEAF, and Kicks.
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