First Look: 2009 Nissan Maxima
Super Cockpit
There are more SC elements to be found on the inside -- and by that Nissan means "Super Cockpit," the Maxima's interior concept. Designers positioned all of the major driver controls and information displays within easy reach and view of the driver. For example, the CVT shift lever is to the left of the vehicle center-line, and the three-spoke steering wheel features long paddle shifters and a large cutout for easy view of the bright "Daylight Illumination" gauges. Seats also are performance oriented, with eight-way adjustability (including lumbar support) standard for the driver, four-way adjustability for the passenger. Best feature? A manually adjustable thigh bolster, a la BMW.
For those more interested in creature comforts, the Maxima offers options including leather-trimmed seats, metal or Eucalyptus wood dash paneling, and a wide range of electronic goodies including a premium audio system, a rearview camera and monitor, navigation with XM NavTraffic real-time traffic information, voice recognition, and a 9.3GB hard drive for storage and playback of digital audio files.
Is the new Maxima a real 4DSC? Decide for yourself this summer when the all-new 2009 Maxima begins arriving at Nissan dealers nationwide.
| 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S/ 3.5 SV |
| Base Price | $28,000-$32,000 (est) |
| Vehicle layout | Front engine, FWD, 5-pass, 4-door, sedan |
| Engine | 3.5L/290-hp (est)/261-lb-ft (est) DOHC 24-valve V-6 |
| Transmission | Continuously variable auto |
| Curb weight (dist f/r) | 3600 lb (mfr) |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in |
| Length x width x height | 190.6 x 73.2 x 57.8 in |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2 sec (MT est, mfr est) |
| EPA city/hwy econ | 20/27 mpg (est) |
| CO2 emmisions | 0.86 lb/mile (est) |
| On sale in U.S. | Summer 2008 |