Key strengths: Solid chassis, Smooth CVT, Sharp handling, iKey, Looks Good, Comfortable to Drive
Areas for improvement: Steel Wheels, Rear headrests not adjustable, option packages.
Repair: There have been no repairs on the car, and nothing has malfunctioned.
Annoyances/Quibbles:
During a trip I noticed a squeaking noise coming from the seat when I'd move around. Originally I thought the seat had come loose. This turned out to be the seatbelt fastener rubbing against the cushion (it has a very tight gap), which was quickly resolved by a quick nudge forward.
Overall Impression after 5 months:
In many cars, by this time the New car novelty wears off, but in my case, the more time I've spent behind the wheel of the Maxima, the more it has grown on me from what I considered to be my answer for 'basic transportation.' It's roomy, comfortable, handles well, is fun to drive, has plenty of power, the fuel efficiency of a compact, and it looks good to boot. The running costs for Nissan Maxima Manual are normal
Safety: 76
Equipment: 86
Reliability: 85
Driving: 85
Comfort: 83
Design: 80