2016 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR
Nissan Maxima Details
V6, 3.5L
Super Black
FWD
Gasoline
103,871 Miles
Camel
5450
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Alcantara simulated suede and leather
3.5 SR
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
About This 2016 Nissan Maxima
Equipment
Leather, Navigation, Heated Seats, Remote Start, Backup Camera, Heated Steering Wheel, Power Seat, Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, and more!
Packages
Sport Spoiler. Illuminated Kick Plates. Sport Floor Mats/trunk Mat and Trunk Net. Interior Lighting Package. External Ground Lighting. Splash Guards. **Equipment listed is based on original vehicle build and subject to change. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling the dealer prior to purchase.**
Leather, Navigation, Heated Seats, Remote Start, Backup Camera, Heated Steering Wheel, Power Seat, Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, and more!
Packages
Sport Spoiler. Illuminated Kick Plates. Sport Floor Mats/trunk Mat and Trunk Net. Interior Lighting Package. External Ground Lighting. Splash Guards. **Equipment listed is based on original vehicle build and subject to change. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling the dealer prior to purchase.**
Features & Options
- Sport Spoiler
- Illuminated Kick Plates
- Sport Floor Mats/trunk Mat and Trunk Net
- Interior Lighting Package
- External Ground Lighting
- Splash Guards
- Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) forward collision mitigation
- RearView Monitor rear mounted camera
- (ICC) Intelligent Cruise Control
- Brake assist system
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
- Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
- Integrated navigation system with voice activation
- Keyfob remote engine start
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Alcantara simulated suede and leather front seat upholstery
- Primary monitor touchscreen
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) collision warning
- Driver seat power reclining
- lumbar support
- cushion tilt
- fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- VQ 3.5L V-6 DOHC
- variable valve control
- premium unleaded
- engine with 300HP
- Smart key with hands-free access and push button start
- Keyfob window control
- Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
- Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
- Dual-zone front climate control
- Immobilizer
- Bose speakers
- Active noise cancellation
- SiriusXM NavTraffic real-time traffic
- Bluetooth handsfree wireless device connectivity
- External memory control
- Configurable instrumentation gauges
- Electronic stability control system
- Automatic climate control
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Adaptive ride suspension
- LED daytime running lights
- LED brake lights
- Front fog lights
- Alcantara leather and simulated suede steering wheel
- Sport ride suspension
- SiriusXM Travel Link real-time weather
- Manual rear child safety door locks
- Heated driver and passenger side door mirrors
- Driver selectable steering effort
- Gage cluster display size: 7.00
- Manual tilting steering wheel
- Manual telescopic steering wheel
- 19 x 8-inch front and rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
- P245/40WR19 AS BSW front and rear tires
- 6 airbags
- Alcantara simulated suede and leather rear seat upholstery
- Driver front impact airbag
- Seat mounted side impact driver airbag
- Curtain first and second-row overhead airbags
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2016 Nissan Maxima Platinum Review
Nissan's flagship is the self-proclaimed 4 door sports car we all know well. And over the years, we've witnessed its maturity and yes, the loss of its manual transmission. But this all-new 2016 Maxima brings a rejuvenated level of sportiness and refinement to a car with a rich pedigree.At first I couldn’t find it. But there it was, etched into the tail lamp. The iconic 4DSC moniker has moved off the window but remains. What began as a rear-drive Datsun subcompact and small wagon imported from Japan during its first generation in the early 80s has blossomed into this front-drive large midsize sedan built in Tennessee with sport luxury aspirations. Now in its 8th iteration, this Maxima sees an infusion of Murano design, a horsepower increase to an even 300, and a new interior which is the best Nissan has ever delivered.
What hasn’t changed, at least fundamentally, is the engine and transmission. No surprise here, Nissan uses their VQ-series V6 engine, found in no fewer than 8 of their models, sized at 3.5-liters but utilizing 60% new parts facilitating more horsepower and improved mileage. Rated at 22mpg city/30mpg highway and 25mpg combined on recommended premium, this 2016 Maxima sees a 14% mileage improvement while growing over 2” in length and gaining about 20 lbs in this new range-topping Platinum trim. The continuously variable transmission, which Nissan calls Xtronic, has all-new shift logic which can hold the engine’s RPMs when it detects spirited driving. It has manual shifting at the gate but no paddle shifters and is paired with a Drive Mode Selector. Maximum torque output of 261 pound-feet at 4,400 RPM remains unchanged. In Sport mode, the high-res 7” cluster display offers a power meter, there are adjustments to the throttle response, transmission tuning and steering feel and Active Sound Enhancement kicks in amplifying the engine note inside the cabin. Though the SR trim is designated for the most performance-oriented Maxima shopper, this luxurious Platinum model balances a forgiving ride quality with decent front-drive dynamics. Even with over 60% of its weight over the front, the Maxima is up for bouts of rambunctiousness mostly resisting torque steer and understeer tendencies that could present themselves in a powerful car of this setup. These new Continental grand touring tires, sized at a modest 18”, seem nosier than I would expect but provide the mix of softness and grip a car like this deserves. It’s certainly quick enough with a 0-to-60mph time of 6 seconds but this Maxima is far better at its relaxed duties than its athletic endeavors.
The Maxima Platinum tries to walk the line between luxury and sports car and does a pretty commendable job. It has the nicest interior I've ever seen in a Nissan with zero gravity seats that are spot on for my back. I can't believe there's no height adjustment for the passenger seat so Lara hates that because it sits ridiculously low and unless she's sitting on the middle hump Maddie can't see out the windows. For me, the cabin is too noisy at highway speeds, I don't love the CVT and the steering while direct has an artificial flavor. But all that being said, if you're looking for a sporty premium sedan with killer looks and a spunky nature, the Maxima is certainly worth a look.
More than any other aspect, it’s in here where the Maxima shows its biggest gains. Nissan has swung and missed enough times at interior design and quality but this Maxima Platinum makes a strong case to support its $40,905 MSRP. As the driver, I always felt supremely comfortable underpinned by just-right ergonomics. Quilted seats, the argyle pattern on the wood trim, the dual panoramic moonroof, a wonderfully rich 11-speaker Bose sound system and the vastly improved NissanConnect system fuse to form a cabin that makes you feel welcome and at ease. Even for taller folks, the rear seats provide substantial quarters, and the 14 cubic foot trunk, unchanged in its size, has levers to unlock the rear seats. It’s also chock full of safety tech with a Mercedes-like Driver Attention Alert sensor that can detect drowsy or inattentive driving and tell you to take break. The Surround View Monitor with moving object detection continues to be one of my favorite Nissan features. The base Maxima S starts at $33,235 followed by SV, SL, SR and Platinum trims, all stocked as is with no options. Love the styling and praise the upgraded interior, but I never really connected with this car in a way that makes me want one. It might make more sense to take this car further into the luxury realm and leave the 4DSC days in the past.