The Re-designed 2016 Nissan Maxima has a sleeker design with a more powerful and efficient 300 horsepower v-6

1. Nissan hopes the all-new 2016 Maxima will reestablish its biggest and most expensive sedan as
the sporty and stylish alternative to cars like the Chevrolet Impala, Ford Taurus, Hyundai Azera
and Toyota Avalon.
The new Maxima just went on sale. Prices start at $32,140, excluding destination charges.
The sleek sedan looks terrific, inside and out. The exterior styling builds on the looks of the new
Murano SUV with Nissan's new "energetic flow" design theme. The profile is marked by
sweeping horizontal lines, flared fenders and black A-, B- and C-pillars that give the roof a
cockpit style floating appearance.
The interior features plenty of soft-touch materials and details like tufted leather upholstery and
real stitching in accent colors. An 8-inch touchscreen is standard equipment, as are a backup
camera and a navigation system. In addition to the touch screen, voiced recognition and some
conventional buttons and dials, a multi-function dial in the center console controls some features.
A high center console provides storage space and contributes to a driver-focused interior. Rear
leg and head room are not bad, but smaller than most of the other big sedans offer.
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The Maxima's interior features ritzy materials like optional diamond-pattern leather
upholstery. (Photo: Mark Phelan/Detroit Free Press)
Nissan's venerable 3.5L V6 has been upgraded to produce 300 horsepower. About 60% of the
engines parts are new for the 2016 model.The Maxima's EPA fuel economy rating of 22 m.p.g.
in the city, 30 on the highway and 25 in combined driving is the highest combined rating in the
class. Unlike most of its competitors, though, the Maxima requires premium gasoline.