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2009 Nissan Maxima Features Review

October 30, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

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Offers options including leather-trimmed seats, metal or Eucalyptus wood dash paneling
Motor Trend

A treasure chest of options oriented toward both sport and luxury
Autoblog

An available navigation-system interface lifted from Infiniti
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With a name like Maxima, it would be hard to get away with skimping on features. Fortunately, that's not a problem that Nissan Maxima consumers have to worry about, since the 2009 Nissan Maxima offers a wealth of standard and optional features.

The standard features list on the Nissan 2009 Maxima differs considerably between the S and SV trim levels, though Cars.com explains "Nissan expects just 10 percent of customers to get the base Maxima 3.5 S." For those who choose the less-expensive version, Cars.com says to expect standard features that "include dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, Nissan's Intelligent Key access system, a moonroof and an eight-speaker, six-CD stereo with auxiliary MP3 jack." On the upscale Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV, ConsumerGuide finds that the standard features list grows to include "leather upholstery" and a "Bose sound system," along with a convenient "driver-seat thigh extender." One of the features that reviews read by TheCarConnection.com find fault with is that upgraded Bose sound system, which Autoblog calls a "disappointment" thanks to its "distant" and "muddy" sound quality.

The 2009 Nissan Maxima also offers a long list of optional features, but the vast majority of them come only in options packages. Road & Track reviewers bring word of two major option packages, "Sport and Premium," though they are also mutually exclusive. For those opting for the Sport package on the Nissan 2009 Maxima, Cars.com says to expect "19-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension and a rear spoiler," while the "Premium Package adds rear climate control, the dual-panel moonroof and upgraded leather." The two other options packages that are available exclusively on the Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV are the Technology package, which ConsumerGuide says includes a "navigation system, voice recognition, traffic information, [and] satellite radio," while a Cold package brings "heated front seats, heated power mirrors, [and] heated steering wheel." The only available stand-alone option on the Nissan Maxima is a wireless cell phone link, though it's included on the Sport package.

Conclusion

The 2009 Nissan Maxima's packaged options make selection a snap but offer limited combination possibilities—and the price climbs steeply for a loaded car.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Offers options including leather-trimmed seats, metal or Eucalyptus wood dash panelingMotor TrendA treasure chest of options oriented toward both sport and luxuryAutoblogAn available navigation-system interface lifted from InfinitiAutomobile With a name like Maxima, it would be hard to get away with skimping on features. Fortunately, that's not a problem that Nissan Maxima consumers have to worry about, since the 2009 Nissan Maxima offers a wealth of standard and optional features. The standard features list on the Nissan 2009 Maxima differs considerably between the S and SV trim levels, though Cars.com explains "Nissan expects just 10 percent of customers to get the base Maxima 3.5 S." For those who choose the less-expensive version, Cars.com says to expect standard features that "include dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, Nissan's Intelligent Key access system, a moonroof and an eight-speaker, six-CD stereo with auxiliary MP3 jack." On the upscale Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV, ConsumerGuide finds that the standard features list grows to include "leather upholstery" and a "Bose sound system," along with a convenient "driver-seat thigh extender." One of the features that reviews read by TheCarConnection.com find fault with is that upgraded Bose sound system, which Autoblog calls a "disappointment" thanks to its "distant" and "muddy" sound quality. The 2009 Nissan Maxima also offers a long list of optional features, but the vast majority of them come only in options packages. Road & Track reviewers bring word of two major option packages, "Sport and Premium," though they are also mutually exclusive. For those opting for the Sport package on the Nissan 2009 Maxima, Cars.com says to expect "19-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension and a rear spoiler," while the "Premium Package adds rear climate control, the dual-panel moonroof and upgraded leather." The two other options packages that are available exclusively on the Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV are the Technology package, which ConsumerGuide says includes a "navigation system, voice recognition, traffic information, [and] satellite radio," while a Cold package brings "heated front seats, heated power mirrors, [and] heated steering wheel." The only available stand-alone option on the Nissan Maxima is a wireless cell phone link, though it's included on the Sport package. ConclusionThe 2009 Nissan Maxima's packaged options make selection a snap but offer limited combination possibilities—and the price climbs steeply for a loaded car. 2009 NISSAN MAXIMA STYLING | [9 out of 10] Motor Trend: "No slab-sided antiseptic styling here" Autoblog: "Designed to exude sport over luxury—and it does" Road & Track: "Sporting influence also applies to the interior with what Nissan terms a 'super cockpit'" The four-door ...

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Other Choices:

The 2009 Nissan Maxima appeals more readily to those looking for a perky, smooth, and stylish V-6 luxury sedan than to those wanting a sport sedan. For the latter, shoppers might consider the Pontiac G8—especially in GT trim—or the Dodge Charger R/T, though neither of those cars has an interior that's as stylish as the Maxima's or offers the same level of appointments and tech options. At the opposite end of the scale, for those who might want even more comfort and interior space, there's the Toyota Avalon, although it's less exciting to drive and look at. In between, the Volkswagen Passat VR6 offers similar performance and a very attractive, comfortable interior, along with available all-wheel drive, but it's more expensive. The newly redesigned 2009 Acura TL, which at the time of this writing hasn't yet gone on sale, also promises to be a formidable rival.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By brian #1, Posted: 2/3/2009

    09 maxima

    this car is pretty awesome, i'm 18 years old and i'm glad to say this was the first car i bought. i work at HERTZ none of the cars here that i have to dive and move around feel fast like the 09 maxima, besides the g37 and impala ss there are the mustnags, shelbys, and the corvttes but those arent to comfy to drive. the maxima is one hell of a strong car and its a nissan so its reliable. it feels jus as fun to drive the z but jus more roomy for other fun things that can happen in the back seats for all the power the 09 has its really good on gas. this would be a good car to look into buying=]

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