The Nissan Maxima is a sedan offered in 4dr Sdn V6 CVT 3.5 S , 4dr Sdn V6 CVT 3.5 SV , 4dr Sdn V6 CVT 3.5 SV w/Sport Pkg , 4dr Sdn V6 CVT 3.5 SV w/Premium Pkg and 4dr Sdn V6 CVT 3.5 S w/Limited Edition Pkg . The powertrains include 3.5-liter V6 (290 hp) engines, and CVT transmissions. It is Front wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 19 mpg city to 26 mpg highway. The Maxima uses Premium fuel.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Hyundai Genesis , Acura TL and Lexus ES .
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