2014 Nissan Maxima

The flagship Nissan Maxima continues to set the bar for premium sedans, combining breakthrough sports sedan styling, a driver-oriented cockpit, ample comfort and luxury for passengers and an advanced drivetrain anchored by Nissan's legendary VQ-series V6 engine.

For the 2014 model year, Maxima adds a Limited Edition Package, available on 3.5 S models, with smoked appearance headlights, Xenon headlights, compass in rearview mirror, 18-inch aluminum-alloy Dark Hyper Silver wheels, rear spoiler, fog lights, outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and metallic trim treatment. Other enhancements include the addition of standard RearView Monitor, USB connectivity and 7.0-inch color monitor with QVGA display added to the SV grade, and two new exterior colors -- Gun Metallic and Midnight Garnet.

Maxima is offered in two well-equipped models -- 3.5 S and 3.5 SV, each featuring a standard 290-horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VQ-series V6 engine and Xtronic CVT with manual and "Ds" (drive sport) modes and available paddle shifters.

On the road or standing still, Maxima offers a dynamic presence. Maxima's exterior is highlighted by the flow of its powerful and beautiful surfaces, like the undulation of a wave. The look starts with Maxima's aggressive stance and powerful fender volume.

Maxima's interior design provides the feeling of a sports car with controls ergonomically close, yet with ample roominess and comfort for both driver and passengers. The instrument panel features "Daytime Illumination" electroluminescent meters with white illumination color. The tachometer is rotated so the engine redline is placed at the 12 o'clock position, and there is extensive use of chrome surrounds for the gauges, vent rings, vent knobs and audio switches.