Looks, beautiful, sounds beautiful, rides beautiful. On my way to a Nissan dealership to trade in my wife for the new Maxima.
@dubjaymaui88318 жыл бұрын
Sebastian Briones the sound of the Transmission destroying itself? Lol
@thatinformativeguy4 жыл бұрын
That's what I've been saying for the last 4 years but everybody else was like "The Maxima sounds like trash!" and "It would sound better if it had a normal transmission!" (yes, someone actually said that last part thinking that they made a good point and didn't sound like a total idiot)
@mikedior30893 жыл бұрын
@@gz9975 That caught me off guard 🤣
@thingsdemystified9 жыл бұрын
The TLX looks like a step back from the TL. Acura needs to find a new designer (interior and exterior). Their cars just don't look good anymore. I also really don't like that they don't have exhaust tips. I really don't like this tamer version they've become. Bring back the 3.7L engine in the MDX please.
@ChristopherOSU7 жыл бұрын
The new 2018 TLX is BEAUTIFUL, love it!
@deepakforlifegill26825 жыл бұрын
I love it
@reyperez34249 жыл бұрын
I always thought that Acura vas a competitor to the Infiniti, It should be Nissan vs Honda.
@JJ-fm1sh5 жыл бұрын
Rey Perez ThTs how crappy Acura is
@spruceguitar4 жыл бұрын
Rey buddy there is no accord that can compete against the maxima that’s why. I should add: much higher reliability ratings from consumer reviews for the maxima than for the tlx
@supersteve15854 жыл бұрын
@@spruceguitar Not really. TLX can go well over 200,000 mi. The Maxima has a horrid Jatco transmission. Had a cousin's went out close to 90,000 mi. A aunt's Altima went out at 100,000. They're just crappy nowadays. I was a Nissan fan. Family owned a handful back in the day, they were awesome. Now we avoid them.
@spruceguitar4 жыл бұрын
@@supersteve1585 i have yet to read about maxima transmission after 2016 that went out at 90,000. Please provide written reviews of faulty maxima transmissions other than your aunt’s 2016 and up. Thanks
@coreyadam66674 жыл бұрын
@@spruceguitar just Google nissan CVT transmission reliability.. they're junk.
@zeyadjalal19 жыл бұрын
Nissan should've stepped it up they just changed the looks. Should've made it AWD, took off the CVT. and add about 50 more horse power? whose with me :p ?
@mariomaster02489 жыл бұрын
Based on the likes.... No one.
@zeyadjalal19 жыл бұрын
Yep that's what I realized.
@730F-Sport9 жыл бұрын
Mario Master 02 ha
@zeyadjalal19 жыл бұрын
Mario Master 02 2 people agree bitch haha
@nissansilvias15449 жыл бұрын
They don't want to ruin infiniti sales.
@mitchellnewman25929 жыл бұрын
I currently own an 07 Maxima (255hp) and I'd love to see how this one feels. My CVT pulls wonderfully and I actually like the constant, smooth surge of power. The constant RPM under acceleration isn't off-putting at all and I love knowing I'm making max power at all times. It's a welcome change when I don't feel like shifting my own gears in my G35 6MT coupe. CVT or manual, no more automatics for me!
@vikk54599 жыл бұрын
Nissan....you had a stunningly gorgeous car inside and out with a great engine in it...and then you had to throw in the CVT. Basically killed the car for me. Never would I buy a car with a CVT in it. I hate them, and I'm not alone.
@jeffk4649 жыл бұрын
Viktor Freesmeier DSG is the way to go. It gives you the efficiency and the sportiness in one nice package.
@DopeFigueroa9 жыл бұрын
Coming from Nissan this is expected. I don't know why y'all expect them to put an auto in.
@thingsdemystified9 жыл бұрын
+Roclee612 You mean peak HP.
@Mark-sy2bx9 жыл бұрын
+Viktor Freesmeier You will miss out on an awesome car.
@skillz18559 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@javierherrera94508 жыл бұрын
I drove both, I bought the Maxima Platinum. Loved that car so much, the CVT transmission works great. Car is Luxurious as heck for the price!
@blaze3761928 жыл бұрын
agreed just got the Sr trim
@TaofikiGafar9 жыл бұрын
Maxima when it comes to interior and exterior looks. Acura when it comes to handling or performance.
@TaofikiGafar9 жыл бұрын
matthew von it does look soooo boring! Haha
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
***** I think I like Acura's design more as well. Looks conservative but luxurious at the same time. Nissan has a bit too much going on in the front but the back is nice.
@davethebarber629209 жыл бұрын
Taofiki Gafar Yep, Same here.
@nissansilvias15449 жыл бұрын
Lol what performance?
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
Bader Al They said it performs better than the Nissan. Obviously.
@dayone19929 жыл бұрын
i would choose 16 maxima, i've test driven it, it is just an amazing car for the price
@AaronTran019 жыл бұрын
Have you driven the tax if u haven't then u should before you choose witch one
@deepakforlifegill26825 жыл бұрын
Nah
@deepakforlifegill26825 жыл бұрын
Tlx
@maximyates51735 жыл бұрын
I own a 2016 Maxima SR it is incredibly nice and the design is awesome... for those never driven the maxima SR go try it out and then compare to the Acura and see :)
@TheRockmart5 жыл бұрын
I own 2018 maxima and I really love the car its fast and rides like a 80k car
@marciabesso3195 жыл бұрын
Maxim Yates I also own the 2016 Maxima (Platinum) a vibrant and very cool car. I owned the 2013 Max before. My husband drives a modified 2010 Max SV. Need I say more?
@vibezwittchriss4 жыл бұрын
The maximas are very nice,, but I can’t with the cvt,, I love my cars to have actual trans,, still love the maxima tho,, great car
@luke47013 жыл бұрын
my 17 sh awd tlx rocks never in the shop for repairs honda reliability
@김동준-t9p3 жыл бұрын
i own both and the TLX is miles ahead of the maxim in every aspects
@CarlosGonzalez-hw5pb8 жыл бұрын
Roman, there's a video on KZbin called Maxima Challenge test track.... where the Nissan Maxima beat three cars, Audi Quatro, Acura Tlx and BMW 328i. .. they tested those cars with GPS tech on curves and straight line and the winner of the track was the Maxima. It got more acceleration and beat those cars....
@amrikmahal73805 жыл бұрын
Carlos González you must owe one 😄
@parsani5 жыл бұрын
looooool
@xSkysplitter7774 жыл бұрын
@@amrikmahal7380 I own it and it really flies
@xSkysplitter7774 жыл бұрын
I own the maxima 2016 platinum and I am in love! It has everything I wanted and things I didn't even know I wanted #blessed 🙏🏼
@jordansteele77994 жыл бұрын
How you liking it so far ?
@xSkysplitter7774 жыл бұрын
@@jordansteele7799 Ohh man I love this car, it has everything!! Not a single problem thank God!
@jordansteele77994 жыл бұрын
@@xSkysplitter777 that’s good to hear ! Does it take off pretty good ? Sorry for askin ,im either getting this or a bmw not sure yet
@xSkysplitter7774 жыл бұрын
@@jordansteele7799 It's not the fastest car in the world, but it is pretty fast. I have never actually timed it, but when I'm merging onto the highway, it feels like it goes from 0 to 60 faster the 5 seconds, but I could be wrong
@jordansteele77994 жыл бұрын
@@xSkysplitter777 interesting, I’m assuming it’s around 40 to fill up ?
@J-W.-9 жыл бұрын
Wow Nissan knew better than to compare it to that Acura, but I will say however I like the Nissan's interior a tad more.. but that CVT kills it.
@J-W.-7 жыл бұрын
Bjorn Ironsides Yep just had a White Maxima SV for a rental and I have to say that thing is quick, again only think makes in quirky is that CVT the cvt was quick to give power but it delivers the power to abruptly and your like dam I didnt even hit it that hard.
@renepunzalan70436 жыл бұрын
Trust me, the driver who test drove both cars in this video does not know what he’s talking about. Before you criticize a CVT, do some research to get the real facts. Today’s CVT transmission is far more advanced compared to your standard one. I know because I own a 2017 Acura TLX with I/E/H and raced a stocked 2012 Maxima with CVT three times (once on a race track and twice on the street). I am embarrassed to say all three times I lost to the Maxima. Lesson learned, don’t ever underestimate the power of a Maxima!!! It is a sleeper race car but when challenged it turns itself into a angry beast!
@luke47013 жыл бұрын
in the end which is the better more reliable car acura hands down
@hondajohn69489 жыл бұрын
No one buys a sports car with a cvt
@BayViewz9 жыл бұрын
Sports car and cvt should not be in the same sentence lol. With that being said Nissan can market it as a sports car to fool the masses when in reality it isn't. Nice try though!
@carbrickscity9 жыл бұрын
Applekid Yeah, too bad the new WRX also comes with CVT as the automatic version.
@Xenophene019 жыл бұрын
I would usually agree to a statement like that... But the CVT on the new WRX is not bad at all. I think that's the best CVT I have ever driven. Pretty responsive. It feels like I have 9 gears
@carbrickscity9 жыл бұрын
Xenophene01 It doesn't matter, dual clutch would be better than CVT in the WRX.
@roguedogx9 жыл бұрын
Applekid actually some people do, but they are generally called posers ;-)
@FejjNagaf9 жыл бұрын
Fwiw, I cross shopped the tl and the maxima in 13. I was able to get a great deal on the maxima. It has, by far, the best seats in any car I've driven. As for the cvt, you sort of just get used to it. It's very quick with the cvt and after a while, once you start to understand how the cvt works with the engine, not at all distracting. Cvt's on four cylinder engines are terrible, but with a sweet and strong six, they are much more liveable. I never thought I'd like a cvt until I got my maxima.
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
Acura all the way no doubt about it! Although I do like the interior design of the Maxima more than the TLX.
@Lemaj4209 жыл бұрын
thebluexanadu78 Same exact thoughts here, I would have had a hard time decided if it wasnt for that CVT. But I'll take the Acura also.
@speedtime28349 жыл бұрын
No Acura tlx a 2009 Hyundai Sonata turbo is faster than the new TLX
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
Lemaj420 I know right? I don't get why they put a CVT in it if they want it to be a sports sedan.
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
speedtime Grammar, ever heard of it? And fyi the Sonata did not have a turbo in 2009.
@brittoncoil25189 жыл бұрын
thebluexanadu78 thats what i was gonna say it would have had to be a 2011 or newer
@DriveVersity9 жыл бұрын
I think Acura went for more of a "simplicity is elegance" design with the TLX which is quite admirable in person, love the car in white. I hope they bring back the Integra now that they've brought back the Civic Type R, still have my 01 Integra. Good work on the interior Nissan, glad you kept the Maxima around instead of killing it.
@drivescene67472 жыл бұрын
Man you sure called it.
@kekocucuu19879 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, I had few Acuras and totally fell in love with them, the handling experience is very unique no nissan will ever replace it.... Great video TFL
@Preluding999 жыл бұрын
Despite the argument about the Maxima's CVT, I think it has proven stronger and reliable over the problematic ZF transmission in the V6 Acura transmission. It seemed like a great move but after learning about the recurring issues with the German built ZF transmission, I'll take the CVT, especially how well it works.
@luke47013 жыл бұрын
no issue with my 17 tlx tranny love the car
@zureai Жыл бұрын
Never heard of a 2017 tlx having tranny issues. The ZF transmission issue was more so a software issue. It's been fixed on the later tlxs
@2082307069 жыл бұрын
I'd pass on both and get a q50s, a true 4DSC
@DeputyTy9 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@carbrickscity9 жыл бұрын
Mohammad Sadiqi M3 and M5 are better 4DSC than the Q50.
@mrniceguy78329 жыл бұрын
Mohammad Sadiqi Me too man. Just drove the Q50 Hybrid and I was blown away. I'm in love.
@2082307069 жыл бұрын
True. But they are wayy out of my price range
@ThisGuyRocksLikeCrazy9 жыл бұрын
I cannot think of any reason why one shouldn't get the q50 in that price range. It's simply way ahead of all the other cars in its class.
@robertkelly30419 жыл бұрын
I'd take the Acura.
@NOFATCHICK19 жыл бұрын
Same
@evilhendrix29 жыл бұрын
Same!
@mariomaster02489 жыл бұрын
Same
@phodacbitch9 жыл бұрын
same
@jeremiahanthony55219 жыл бұрын
I like the Acura except I prefer a regular gear shift .
@Nestle2459 жыл бұрын
Acura needs to make a gap between Honda's interior. The new 16 Accord is very similar.
@djoetma9 жыл бұрын
+Ness Rosenbrad The TSX was sold as the Accord in the rest of the world. So it makes sense. The TLX was probably designed as a Honda as well..
@iishyxvietxboyii18 жыл бұрын
Can't agree more!
@ChristopherOSU7 жыл бұрын
The Acura does have a few significant features over the Accord: more advanced suspension, quieter, and P.A.W.S. or SH-AWD (depending whether you choose FWD or AWD) neither of which are available on the Honda. The 2018 Honda Accord 2.0T (Turbo) does seem like a great choice. I tried both and ended up choosing the 2018 Acura TLX 3.5L V6 FWD Tech (w/P.A.W.S.).
@GT-gt4bf9 жыл бұрын
I would get the Acura so many times over the Nissan that it's not even funny. Let me see the Acura doesn't have a CVT, looks better (imo), and it comes with Acura service. It's a no brainer.
@RobHeathers9 жыл бұрын
I love how Nissan literally provided a car for its newest offering to fail against.
@tom11zz8849 жыл бұрын
Rob Heathers I think with that shitty CVT in the Maxima, a Hyundai Sonata v6 would probably beat the Maxima...
@BM3O89 жыл бұрын
Rob Heathers I respect Nissan for it. If they provided some crap car to make Maxima look good, I would think less of Nissan.
@RobHeathers9 жыл бұрын
I agree with you, but it is so rare to see the hot-new-something lose in an auto-review. Thank-you, TFL!!
@BM3O89 жыл бұрын
Rob Heathers My impression was more of a tie, but maybe less sporty. Point taken though.
@maccam98089 жыл бұрын
Rob Heathers No, calling yourself a luxury brand with a shitty interior is what I call failing LOL
@mhtl489 жыл бұрын
I'll take the Maxima all day. Put that car in sport mode, flip the gear selector to manual mode and the thing will mimic a regular automatic. I know Acura is good but I'll pass.
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
mhtl48 It can mimic a regular automatic all it wants but it will never be a true automatic.
@mhtl489 жыл бұрын
thebluexanadu78 I'm fine with that. It's a matter of preference. If you like the automatic, then go ahead and buy you one. I have one in my car right now but I do know if I was in the market for a new car, then I'd certainly check out the CVT 4DSC maxima.
@ConnecticutDashcam9 жыл бұрын
thebluexanadu78 Well then again its not supposed to be
@malimali63999 жыл бұрын
thebluexanadu78 what advantage does a normal automatic have over a cvt?
@BDOC997149 жыл бұрын
MALI MALI The car doesn't shift gears so it doesn't sound normal under hard acceleration and I've heard they are more expensive to replace than a regular automatic. Plus, like everybody else says, they're boring.
@ConstantineJoseph9 жыл бұрын
Acura interior a little bit more boring but the drive is always superior to any Nissan
@ConstantineJoseph9 жыл бұрын
Did someone give this guy free wi fi at the asylum ?
@MrSpartan117fan9 жыл бұрын
looks like you got your wifi from mental institute .. are you in a padded room?
@ConstantineJoseph9 жыл бұрын
Haha unoriginal insult. Nurse more mess for this guy!
@Zohirul-Jewel9 жыл бұрын
Constantine Joseph I heard Honda's are sportier then Nissan's
@MrSpartan117fan9 жыл бұрын
lmfao you guys are lost not even going to bother ..
@Soap_Bar3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 NIssan Maxima SR Midnight edition. I love it. Sure I would love a real transmission, but the fast shifts, the amazing VQ Engine, the giant paddle shifters mounted to the column, etc. The midnight edition adding a black spoiler, black wheels, and a beautiful coulis red
@brianmjmario9 жыл бұрын
Yes! The TLX beat maxima not surprise since the TLX already beat the Infiniti Q50 in autoguide nice try Nissan....
@skillz18559 жыл бұрын
Lol
@maccam98089 жыл бұрын
Brian Vtec Acura is a luxury brand and feels so cheap inside ? where's your selling point ?
@mhtl489 жыл бұрын
Brian Vtec Call it boring but it's a fact a CVT is faster than an automatic or manual!!
@bobwilson85449 жыл бұрын
***** yea but that ZF is built in South Carolina. The Acura Integra GSR 4 door was 100% built in Japan.
@bobwilson85449 жыл бұрын
It is made in South Carolina not probably Germany, stop spreading corporate Honda propaganda The TLX has tranny froun South Carolina and engine built in Ohio from the Honda Odyssey. .
@jefflampert63368 жыл бұрын
Comparing interiors - Maxima at 1:58. TLX as 7:05. I mean, that's is a HUGE difference, IMHO.
@henrypacheco90489 жыл бұрын
those cars are not comparable. Acura is a luxury brands
@Zohirul-Jewel9 жыл бұрын
Henry Pacheco Acura is a entry level luxury brand and so is Maxima, that makes them comparable.
@emantabrizi9 жыл бұрын
Zohirul Islam Jewel No, the Maxima is a Nissan, which is NOT a luxury brand.
@Zohirul-Jewel9 жыл бұрын
Zohirul Islam Jewel Infinity is Nissan's luxury brand
@batmanxgr9 жыл бұрын
The Maxima is labeled as a Entry level luxury sedan. The interior is premium when compared to cars like Camry, Avalon, Altima, Optima, Malibu or Impala. And the Acura is a direct head to head comparison. No if or maybe
@emantabrizi9 жыл бұрын
batmanxgr Nonsense. Either you're a luxury brand or you're not, and Nissan is not a luxury brand. No ifs, ands, or maybes.
@MrTblackmon9 жыл бұрын
To be honest: The Infiniti G-sedan was Nissan's true 4-door sports car that was powered with a traditional transmission and a potent 3.5 Liter now 3.7 Liter V6 engine that produced well over 300 horsepower to the rear or both front and rear wheels.
@TWHISPERER7 жыл бұрын
Acura should handle a little bit better since it's a luxury car and it is also a bit more expensive then the Maxima is, however, I'd take the Maxima because the TLX is a bit feminine looking and there isn't that big of a difference in performance between these two cars anyways. Plus, the Maxima has a nicer interior too so it wouldn't be a hard choice for me as to which car i would choose.
@Mark-sy2bx9 жыл бұрын
I own the maxima sr and it is awesome, no complaints. All this talk about weight, is it a sports car and road feel is all pointless because when you drive this maxima it will blow your mind away, it is fun to drive.
@blaze3761928 жыл бұрын
agreed
@ChristopherOSU7 жыл бұрын
Try the TLX, just for fun and end up impressed with the quietness and comfort of the ride. Don't worry, you'll still be happy with your Nissan because it has more power though.
@hookmasteriii5 жыл бұрын
Waiting for my Maxima SL tomorrow! Awesome vehicle. Besides, that’s the only car I purchase. 2001 / 2009 & now 2017 max SL
@rigobertojr.morfin18198 жыл бұрын
The Acura's interior reminds me of my sister's 2014 hyundai elantra interior in terms of material quality and looks
@GoofieNewfie8 жыл бұрын
not even close man. The Acura is in another league above. This comment is laughable.
@pancakedude59618 жыл бұрын
Yeah no way
@portalbass77275 жыл бұрын
i just test drove both of these and purchased the Acura TLX. while the nissan does have some attention grabbing features the acura felt much better on the road. The acura's ride quality is amazing to say the least. especially compared to the maxima. bumps i felt in the nissan were nonexistent for the TLX. its steering felt much tighter and its engine felt more powerful. if little features are your want i'd say a fully loaded maxima will not let you down. however. in my case that option with low miles was out of my price range. i got a 2016 TLX with 33,000 miles for $19k where the 2017 maxima was a few thousand more. i also got an unbeliavable bumper to bumper warranty with interior and exterior warranty through acura. all in all i'd say both are great cars. though the acura will probably be better once hitting the 100K mile mark
@GoofieNewfie8 жыл бұрын
The sh awd is the tlx to own. having test driven both the Maxima is really nice but no AWD means no point to those of us up north. The SHAWD in the Acura makes it an entirely different car. Gimmicky name aside the Super Handling AWD is among the best in the biz. Add the tech package and you have luxury and tech. I understand they were trying to compare similar price points so comparing the top maxima to the top TLX vs the base fwd tlx they tested would be different in cost again... but in a way unfair to Acura as it is not the top model.
@ChristopherOSU7 жыл бұрын
Even some professional reviewers prefer the FWD/"P.A.W.S." version - I'm not saying that SH-AWD isn't great, just that the PAWS version isn't that bad, and it's lighter.
@malimali63999 жыл бұрын
This maxima will definently stand out...it's so cool. You can even flip a switch that allows you to feel the gear shifts similar to an automatic
@Fordguy19979 жыл бұрын
Lol at the bloopers... Great review Roman, as always. I like both cars a lot. I think I like the Acura a bit better because it is a bit more premium.
@Ichibuns9 жыл бұрын
Every aspect of the Acura looks really good! until you see that front end... Honda needs to learn that bland is not good. Young and old drivers alike want an approachable yet mean look. The Maxima did a decent job of that
@PrinceReggie6248 жыл бұрын
You know a lot of people say "well the Maxima isn't a 4 door sports cars" or that it has a CVT. Which I understand all those. But the Maxima has so much potential specially for it's 8th Gen. I'm looking forward to seeing what all will happen with the Maxima.
@ms31738 жыл бұрын
Reggie Burnett it's front wheel drive.
@PrinceReggie6248 жыл бұрын
Okudzeto Ackah that may be so but there are a lot of front real drive cars. Just because it's rear wheel doesn't make it fun or great. I think that the Maxima is a great car. And should make it close to the 370z or GT-R for future trim levels.
@CarlosHernandez-we1yr Жыл бұрын
@@ms3173 Also the TLX, S60 and Regal are front wheel drive. TLX is segment D or medium size and premium; Its direct rival is the Q50, which is a longitudinal engine and rear-wheel drive. The Maxima is segment E or large size, its premium equivalent is the Q70 also RWD unlike its direct rival RLX which is FWD like S90 and LaCrosse and even Lexus ES.
@pacific3224 жыл бұрын
So me and my wife drove 2 hours to test drive the 2019 3.0T Q50 and we felt the Infiniti was too small. I now have a 2016 Acura TLX. More interior space, it’s has a V-6 also had less miles with all wheel steering. The female consultant that we were working with looked at me like I made a mistake and asked “Are you sure you want the Acura? Most customers go for the Infiniti”. I smiled and yes this is it! My transmission did throw a code the first month I had it. I took it to Acura and it just needed a software update. If size weren’t an issue for me than the Q50 would have been a great buy.
@TheHeadman9 жыл бұрын
Zero to 60 times are - 2016 Acura TLX - 5.7 sec ---- 2016 Nissan Maxima - 5.8 sec (Source car and driver)
@Retamarm8 жыл бұрын
It all comes down to preference. Both amazing vehicles that perform very well for a sedan.
@dupperskeez6 жыл бұрын
CVT vs 9 speed auto? Who cares...neither should be in a sports car. They both need a manual. I'd take the Max.
@fabianruiz90738 жыл бұрын
is this even a comparison? the maxima is so much better in every aspect
@carloselrey368 жыл бұрын
Fabian Ruiz Clearly not so
@PLATINUM2U8 жыл бұрын
Fabian Ruiz keep dreaming buddy. Any manufacture thats in bed with Renault is a disaster.
@ChristopherOSU7 жыл бұрын
The guy that tested both on the same day found the Acura to be superior - did you try both?
@ronch5507 жыл бұрын
Funny how CVT is supposed to be the next evolution of transmission technology, and then so many folks just hate it. I'll probably get the Nissan though. It looks better inside out, and despite the CVT this is still a very nice car to have.
@alebarmu9 жыл бұрын
The funny thing is that in an Official AMCI Testing Certification the nissan Maxima beats BMW 328i, Audi A4 2.0 and Acura TLX V6 Tech was last lol haha
@dpajc0568 жыл бұрын
Japanese cars in a nutshell: Nissan: Best engines, most powerful Mazda: Most agile & fun to drive Honda: Meh...OK Toyota: Good cars but driven exclusively by people who care only about reliability and getting from A to B Subaru: Ugly as hell and uglier year after year, but damn good on the inside (mechanically, not in interior design sense of way). AWD only baby! Mitsubishi: What? Does anyone buy those in North America any more? Suzuki: We miss you!!!
@thedee41378 жыл бұрын
“Meh...OK” wow, you're leaving me speechless here. Don't forget reliable, intuitive, and most of them good, looking. Also, I suggest you edit that comment, the Subaru fanboys are coming to flog you.
@acuramattb45258 жыл бұрын
+Waffaw e yup acura is the best it should have been the awd model too
@thedee41377 жыл бұрын
Suzukis are the real troopers.
@PKMNFan46647 жыл бұрын
Honda is good though. My cousin's 1998 CR-V has nearly 400,000 miles. It was enough to convince my grandma to sell her Buick for a 2010 model.
@dpajc0567 жыл бұрын
Nirvana Fan I agree. I've had 3 hondas so far (4 if you count my motorcycle) and reliability is REALLY good. I've never had a vehicle as reliable as a Honda.
@ruhl.fitness4 жыл бұрын
The true sports car is Acura TLX with the inline 4 and the 8 DCT. Shifts as fast as a super car and very balanced weight. Has rear wheel steering and very comfortable. For grown ups that don’t go by 0-60 times the base spec TLX is the best in class
@XxNewmilleniumxX3 жыл бұрын
You crazy the maxima will demolish it even after the 0-60 lol. The only Acura that would of stood a chance is the Acura TL 2012-14 and they discontinued those bad boys.
@alvilla7019 жыл бұрын
FWD acura is all wheels steering, isn't it? And the AWD uses the breaks for turning I think
@J-W.-9 жыл бұрын
Yes FWD has the PAWS, But the SHAWD uses its power for turning.
@Lemaj4209 жыл бұрын
crazy wheel it uses tourqe vectoring in the SH-AWD.
@bradcast29679 жыл бұрын
Nothing new here from Honda's side.. Very well done Nissan. Idk about yall but I love how those CVTs purr
@t.k.morris7 жыл бұрын
Just curious for an opinion. What car compares to the Acura TLX up to a new 2018 model? Under $45k though. And no CVT for me.
@jacarilamar95609 жыл бұрын
Let's be honest here, neither of these cars are 4 door sports cars. And I'm sure the majority of buyers who buy these won't drive them that way either. I'm more interested in knowing which of these would you buy for $40,000? Which is quieter, which has the smoother ride, which has the better interior, real world fuel economy? Which is the *better* car for the money?
@marklangston20519 жыл бұрын
I have a 2012 Nissan Maxima and I have topped that out at 145 mph, I want to see that against the TLX. Maxima all day. You can't test out a sports car by driving in the hills, you got to get it out in the open and let the show what it can do.
@TheRockmart5 жыл бұрын
I own the 2018 maxima s couldn't afford the platinum but still loves this car because its good on gas and yet still fast
@NewJerseyPhiladelphiaDelaware5 жыл бұрын
What do people think of the car?
@TheBazoukajoe3 жыл бұрын
for tall people the maxima is the best of all time
@ShadowWolf1432248 жыл бұрын
This is still not helping me decide. I've driven both cars 3 times each and have yet to decide which one to purchase. I'm more of an Acura person (my first car was an older Maxima, then jumped to a TL, now an RL) but the new Maxima is so different from any other Nissan I've driven and it really gives the TLX a run for its money. I'm looking mostly for comfort, and although I'd usually prefer an automatic tranny the CVT is much smoother (duh, no shifting through 9 gears, looking at you TLX). The TLX was too jerky, all three times I drove it in fact. The only issue I'm concerned about is reliability; can anyone shed some more light on this? My Acuras have held up very well over time, no major issues, would this new Maxima do the same?
@TruhBassman8 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure on the reliability of the newer Maximas, but if they're anything like thy used to be, they'd be very reliable. My mother had a 1991 Maxima for years and drive it to about 340,000 when we sold it. It was still running, transmission began slipping at about 325,000, but it got us back and forth with ease. I currently drive a 2006 Maxima and so far it has been worth every penny as I plan on driving it for years to come.
@Kcducttaper19 жыл бұрын
Hang on. A CVT with paddle shifters? sigh... It's a shame because I really like Nissans. However, I will never buy one with a CVT in it. That just kills the whole package for me.
@Vampire_born_in_20068 жыл бұрын
First of all these are both not sports cars, just sedans Those argueing about luxury vs not luxury. IDK, it's all how you compare. cheapest Lexus ES350 feel even less luxury than Acura. I am not even talking about ILX and Lexus IS. BMW 3 series or Audi A3-4 are not that luxury either, same goes to cheapest Infinity, to cheapest Cadillacs etc. An Advanced package Van is more luxury than those $30-35k cars. Honda Odyssei Touring or Toyota Sienna Limited are more luxury than basic BMW 3, Audi A3-A4, not even talking about ILX or Lexus IS. The true luxury starts with BMW 5, Acura has RLX that is the only real luxury. Same about those around 40k SUV like Lexus RX(2016 sport fully packed is ok though), Infinity QX60, Acura MDX - not that luxury. Lexus GS is luxury already. Problem with Acura is that it only makes "budget luxury" cars, RLX is the only real luxury, while Lexus has GX, LS, LX. LS and LX are still more luxury than RLX
@Vampire_born_in_20068 жыл бұрын
LastWonderland ye, it's for the brand. Many people would feel more comfortable in 7 year old bmw 3 series rather than in a new fully packed camry/avalon/maxima. And many girls would rather think you are cool if you have an older bmw 3
@abdoulnassiroucompaore19198 жыл бұрын
LastWonderland
@KiranK7346 жыл бұрын
I am bit in dilemma in between 2019 brand new cherokee and 2017 used maxima to buy..pls suggest ...
@danielmelendez99435 жыл бұрын
Kiran Kumar not a fair comparison. Car vrs truck? What do u need? Is it the 4wd, fuel economy? You compare apple to apples not apples to oranges.
@407JDM8 жыл бұрын
So the car that clams to be the sports car is more luxurious, while the luxury Acura is the more sporty one with a interior that isn't as nice.
@ConnecticutDashcam9 жыл бұрын
5:57 does that thing have the all wheel steering bc it sure looked like it
@fusionstar9169 жыл бұрын
asdbs11 Yes.. it does.
@anishajohnson25969 жыл бұрын
I am a Acura kind of girl I love the T.L. I must say Acura should step it up with the inside design as for the TLX It's a little to small and boring for me but if I had to choose between the Acura and Maxima hands down Acura.
@Sonic_10009 жыл бұрын
I use to bash CVT but after getting a 2014 Maxima I like how no matter what speed I am at the car always delivers optimum tq and hp.
@Joe-ff6tk2 жыл бұрын
tills its out of warranty and you need to replace it.. ive seen quite a few
@davidpeltz12737 жыл бұрын
How is it that you completely forgot to mention the PAWS (Precision All Wheel Steer)?
@chrislaws40059 жыл бұрын
Acura all the way, I can't stand CVT
@kc50779 жыл бұрын
Big question is who will buy the Maxima instead of the Murano? Nice improvement on the interior though.
@nicholasduarte72197 жыл бұрын
No transmission shifts smoother than cvt have a 2004 frontier with 265000 miles still drives like new!
@Aojaimi9 жыл бұрын
Why car companies are yet throwing CVT in their cars everywhere people complaining about the CVT
@2slick355 жыл бұрын
I wonder which is actually better performing when snow is on the road?
@dodgers17458 жыл бұрын
i have a 2016 acura tlx 3.5 base model, and there is nothing wrong with mine. put that baby in sport mode on the street and you have lts of fun. Tramsision isnt the best but i dont see why people complain. also note the tlx is a much smoother and quite ride than a maxima or a q50, now talking mpg i get about 27mpg overall, long trips give me 33mpg, not bad for a 3.5 sport sedan.
@Brian-wy4hg8 жыл бұрын
I work at Nissan and I get to drive the Maxima's around all the time it's the best lol
@mattfarrar85667 жыл бұрын
I am not a big fan of cvts. But I have to say, I had a maxima platinum as a rental in LA a few weeks back and the car was awesome. Once you get used to how the cvt operates its not that annoying, in this application anyway. It’s kind of like an old school big turbo in a way, you hit the gas and it starts to pull and then comes this big slingshot like power curve. It’s not as precise as a manual or a modern automatic, but it can actually be a lot of fun if you understand when it hit the gas. The acceleration is really good, especially from a roll. I had a 2013 accord exl v6 for a company car in 13-14. I’d say the maxima is quite a bit more fun to drive, and I absolute loved the accord!
@wsc319 жыл бұрын
The locomotive engineer is obviously a fan of TFLC and was sounding his horn as an appreciative greeting
@TFLcar9 жыл бұрын
Dan Troop Yes Indeed, let's go with that ;-)
@MrKeyboardCommando9 жыл бұрын
Dan Troop The train driver thought Roman was dogging and was alerting the performers to the fact they had an audience. At least that's what Nathan reckoned❗️😳📹✊🏼💪🏻💑🌊🌋
@JDsHouseofHobbies9 жыл бұрын
Dan Troop Being a train lover, I will agree!
@kathybrennan58229 жыл бұрын
S(l.p.
@robertbidochon79499 жыл бұрын
+Dan Troop You rock, buddy!
@randombasshead35769 жыл бұрын
0-60?
@eddiehe74549 жыл бұрын
Im the type of person that do not mind the CVT that much, i'd take the Maxima.
@HardwoodEnt9 жыл бұрын
One car driven in Kentucky, the other in Tennessee did you drive these the same day
@cwyoming70049 жыл бұрын
I am wondering about performance. Did Nissan allow any 0-60 runs etc? How about cabin quietness? And of course, which stereo sounded best? 80's rock of course... Thanks for the review.
@tom11zz8849 жыл бұрын
Can't go wrong with either one..both are stunning vehicles, I like the Nissan exterior and interior much better over the weird looking Acura. Also, the reviewer said that the Acura is slightly better than the Maxima in handling and steering feel, so in real world driving these 2 vehicles are evenly matched, with the Maxima probably being a little quicker with that 300HP engine.
@tripplepproductions57712 жыл бұрын
3:09 spotted one! And yet there still on the road, proud owner of a 2016 Nissan Maxima SR great vehicle
@XXtheJUMPoffXX9 жыл бұрын
Damn that Maxima grill looks crazy!
@eltingville819 жыл бұрын
I love how Acura hides the exhaust on most of their cars like an electric or hybrid car. Very conservative looking like most Acura cars except for the NSX. So I'll pass.
@Tockerteeve9 жыл бұрын
The maxima's front end has a Joker grin or is it Bugs Bunny? I find it looks horrible. On the other hand, the interior looks really good.
@jaymuzikelsensacional5 жыл бұрын
maximas are always gonna sell. i mean if you treat them right theyll treat you better. ive seen 7 gen max with 200k miles on the original trans. just change the fluids every 60 to 80k miles and dont beat on them.
@cwhancock19688 жыл бұрын
TLX looks so much better than the maxima in my opinion and I'm not trying to be bias bc I have both a Nissan and an Acura and their both well built cars👌🏽
@talanochoa90268 жыл бұрын
Nissan is better
@Noojtxeeg9 жыл бұрын
If you pause it at 3:08, you'll see another 2016 Maxima driving by.
@shawnsun491739 жыл бұрын
What version is it? Does the S version sounds the same?
@traviie47669 жыл бұрын
The Fast Lane Car , Roman and Nathan, can y'all pit the 2015 Chrysler 200s against the 2016 Nissan Maxima? I have a 200s and I think the outperforms the cars in its class
@M-M.Wunderlust9 жыл бұрын
I would assume that for comparison purposes one would compare Infiniti to Acura and Nissan to Honda... Both cars are beautiful and I wuold be happy with either one!
@michaeltikur96819 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@marciabesso3195 жыл бұрын
My $ on Maxima, but then again I’ve also owned the first 1960 Corvair Monza and 1968 Javelin. A little suspension mods and engine work to both turned many a head!!
@JTSX17 жыл бұрын
Why would you not test an AWD TLX if the goal is to determine which car is more sporty? Acura sells their vehicles handling through their AWD systems and just doesn't make sense to not use it in a comparison.
@MoNeenja9 жыл бұрын
When I think of 4 door sports cars, I think of Evos, STIs, various M series BMWs, etc. The Maxima is just a commuter car with a V6. The Maxima hasn't been deserving of the 4DSC badge since the 5th gen. I own a 5th gen Maxima and they put down some good power. They're not blistering quick by any means but if you were to put the right performance mods on, they can be pretty nasty.
@nissansilvias15449 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Nissan ruined the maxima name. The 5.5gen maximas were the best. I currently own a 5th gen also but i don't like the vq30 compared to the 35.
@MoNeenja9 жыл бұрын
Proud to own a 5.5 gen. It was hard to find one in good condition though
@nissansilvias15449 жыл бұрын
Yeah ik what you mean. Im looking for one thats clean on the outside and inside. Doesn't matter if i have to fix something under the hood unless its major.
@matthewaugsburger5369 жыл бұрын
I love my 5.5gen maximas. I have 2 03 SEs. One auto and one 6 speed.
@tgenesis87849 жыл бұрын
I would pick the Acura because more reliability, traditional transmission and better styling. Now on the other hand I don't like CVT'S I hate the way they make the motor sound.
@jesleyperalta34139 жыл бұрын
The acura all day. I personally own both. In i replaced 3 suspension on the maxima will the acura still having the factory suspension. I'm tooking about the 2004 model. Not mentioned that at 85k i replace the tranny for tha max. ...
@roguedogx9 жыл бұрын
I like the TLX but give me the four cylinder with the 8 speed DCT with a torque converter and I'll keep the change.
@moses12305 жыл бұрын
Audi enthusiast but i would drive the Acura any given day over the Nissan as it would keep me in my comfort zone far as looks and styling... Definetly a luxury car worth looking at
@ottmarmontes9 жыл бұрын
Roman has said it perfectly, and overall this is a very good car, and in the end Nissan is using the term 4 door sports car as a marketing gimmick to trick some people into believing it truly is a 4 door sports car.
@davethebarber629209 жыл бұрын
The best thing about the Nissan, at least to me, is the interior. I'm not sold on the CVT transmission and it sounds like the Acura would be a more fun car to drive.