2019 Nissan Maxima | CarGurus Test Drive Review

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The Nissan Maxima has been surviving (and sometimes thriving) as a premium midsize sedan since 1981. The current generation Maxima debuted in 2016, so we took a look at the 2019 model to see how things have improved.
The V Motion design has aged well, particularly compared to the ever-more-outlandish designs seen on some of the Maxima’s more luxurious competitors. The floating roof design remains, but there are now five new wheel designs and a new paint option: Sunset Drift (bright orange). Inside, the Maxima benefits from nice materials and extremely comfortable Zero Gravity seats. This is a good car for long drives.
The Maxima still employs a naturally aspirated V6 engine-no turbochargers here. It’s good for 300 horsepower and 261 pound-feet of torque, sent to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Despite the impressive power numbers and front-wheel drive, Nissan effectively mitigates any uncomfortable torque steer. The suspension is excellent and the interior is quiet, but the brake and steering feel are less than precise.
Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant are both incorporated into the Nissan Maxima’s infotainment system, as are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Shoppers with newer devices will be pleased to see the high-speed USB-C ports, too. Finally, the Maxima scores well in crash test from the IIHS and NHTSA, and benefits from an array of advanced safety systems. Unfortunately, Nissan ProPilot Assist-found on the new Altima and the Rogue-is not available on the Maxima.
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[@Laptops1781]

Anyone who owns this car (like myself) knows how nice they are. Nissans problem is they market it as a "sports car". It's not, it's more an entry level luxury/sport sedan. Imagine toyota marketing the avalon as a sports car. Cmon. Maximas are the best of both worlds. Great power, sharp looks, but super comfortable and great gas mileage for a v6. Anyone who owns one knows what I mean and loves it

[@snotellekS]

Plan to own one soon. Going from a 2011 mustang gt to a 2020 maxima. All the negativity is coming from people who don't actually drive them and just have internet based opinions. They're like movie critics, they live in a different reality and don't live the way regular people do. Which is who these cars are for. Regular people

[@darieng619]

@@snotellekS I did pretty much the same thing. I went from a highly modified 07GT to a 2018 Maxima SV. Sure the Max is fairly quick and does get great gas mileage, but the front wheel drive really sucks. I both love and hate this car.

[@Therealpeter10]

I want to buy one is it reliable?

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

@@Therealpeter10 to some degree the Maxima's are Reliable. The main issues is the CVT. Back in 2017 I was looking to Purchase one , but heard so many complaints. But then there are people that have well over 200k miles on them. It just depends on where you buy it from and who the Previous owners were. I'm on my second Toyota Camry and have had issues with both. I'm now looking at something else. Just do your research. Good luck 👍

[@WarTard13]

The Maxima is a beautiful car to drive. Buckets of power when you need it, comfort and ride quality is like butter,. Yes the steering could be stiffer but it is accurate enough. Reliability is off the charts. The idea of paying almost double for a BMW 5 or 6 series is madness when this car offers so much for the price.

[@elliottwoodnorth]

BMWs rear wheel drive and steering is unmatched 🍷

[@Therealpeter10]

Is it reliable?

[@deangordon7783]

I own a 2019 platinum reserve and it's amazing. Super quick, quiet and great on gas

[@baddriversofsoutheasternpa2704]

Is it true that it does not have ProPilot Assist?

[@mindhunter8772]

@@baddriversofsoutheasternpa2704It has, but nissan doesn't call it "Pro pilot assist" it's a different name.

[@Losttouchjs]

dean gordon I own the 2019 Platinum Reserve also! I have the super black exterior and you already know the color of the interior. I also think it’s an amazing car!

[@MrSelvin78]

@@baddriversofsoutheasternpa2704 Yes.it does not have becoz of it's mechanical drive tech

[@jcd1gitalz659]

Same own the 2019 Platinum reserve in super black...love the car

[@mitchlu]

the Maxima has a premium, solid ride that the Alitma just can't touch; you get what you pay for.

[@blessed4164]

I agree 100% my 2015 Altima SL was nice until i leased a 2017 SL MAXIMA. Just acquired a 2019 SR trim **LOADED** 2nd to none for the$$$ and i think it rivals a lot of these so called "luxury" cars at the same price and some at 10k more expensive, came from a 2010 C class and a 2013 BMW 335i and i do not miss any of those.

[@Therealpeter10]

Is it reliable?

[@mitchlu]

@@Therealpeter10 I bought mine new in 2016 and now have 126K miles. I changed the CVT fluid every 60K miles. Not one issue with this car. Period. However, I am aware of issues people have with Nissan CVT transmissions, so I probably wouldn't buy a used one (at least not without a Nissan factory extended warranty).

[@Therealpeter10]

@@mitchlu i think the best cvts are in the maxima and murano!!!

[@mitchlu]

@@Therealpeter10 I agree completely. After all, the Maxima is (was) their flagship sedan.

[@bernhardwagner9879]

I have driven a lot of Maximas. Reviewers always pick up on the 4 door sports car thing. I get so tired of hearing that as a starting point of downplaying the Max. My Max's have always satisfied me to the max (Sorry). Currently I have a 2019 SL Max. It is a powerful and stylish vehicle. It has kept this 80 year old driver happy with its acceleration and its old guy safety additions.

[@idonotanswerquestions5110]

I’ve owned my 2019 sv for about 6 months now. I upgraded to the 19 inch gloss black wheels, like the SR. So far so good 😊

[@nvarras7]

Ordered an awd platinum 2921 Altima and gave it back after test driving the 2021 Maxima sv 3 days later. Totally on another level.

[@thatinformativeguy]

The way the steam came out of the tailpipes as it accelerated at 1:48 was pretty cool

[@fchino-jr.3340]

I actually owned a 1987 Nissan Maxima, purchased it brand new and owned it until 2012 when I finally traded it in and purchased a Honda CR-V. It was definitely a tough little car, they don’t make them like that anymore. This new generation Maxima looks to be everything the 1987 was and lots more. It’s definitely a four door sports car 🚗 great review

[@afcgeo882]

F CHINO-jr. unfortunately, it isn’t. It’s slower than the Altima turbo, with a smaller trunk as well and the interior space is almost exactly the same, but it’s big, bulky and heavy, with poor grip in the corners and a bit of body roll. It’s no sports anything anymore, just a Nissan Taurus.

[@thomascollins612]

@@afcgeo882 haha Nonsense. It's faster than the Altima turbo off the line and from a rolling start. Nice try. Numerous reviews also state that it's sportier than the Altima. The Altima is not even available in AWD with the turbo motor either, which makes the slightly extra cargo space in the cheaper sedan worthless to most buyers. There is also no variable valve timing in any Altima with the turbo motor, so that's also a non-starter. If you add a K&N drop-in filter to the Maxima, acceleration is even better. The interior is nicer and it's just the superior car. You have obviously never driven the Maxima and probably own an Altima. This is no Taurus (or Impala). Buy better tires and put EBS brake pads and slotted rotors in the Maxima, and the Altima is a joke. No 4 cylinder turbo is going to replicate the feel, sound, EFFORTLESS acceleration, passing power and grunt of this Q series V6, and I've owned and suped up Subaru AWDs for ages. The current generation Maxima is a beast.

[@ronaldwilliford301]

I like the new 2022 Nissan maxima, Hot Car!! I get all kinds of looks when I drive my Deep Pearl Blue Platinum model around, mustangs. Camaro’s Dodge Charger’s and challenge’s they all look and follow, it’s a very fast car! Very fast!! Brought mines Brand New! Wonderful Sport driving experience, Miles of Smiles!!!!!

[@rocksteady6793]

Cliff rockin that Freddy Kruger sweater

[@ElusiveRIDE]

I own a body shop.. i can tell you this, dont compare new max or avalon to altima and camry.. they are step above when it comes to quality. Thats all.

[@thomascollins612]

Yes! The metal is thicker and it doesn't get dings in parking lots (knocking on wood now).

[@btrsupreme5510]

My dad has this car and I will tell you it’s powerful 😭 comfortable and just rlly fun to drive def a great car

[@walterperry1964]

lovely Nissan maxima 2019

[@derikmahoney120]

How many times did you drive by that massive green house in this video? They must've been creeped the hell out.

[@PaulHo]

The steering wheel fingering. Slappin' the bass!

[@antoniobolgnameyerwe3844]

One thing I agreed with the most is on the interior and dash including integrated display. I really hate those "plopped on top fake tablet" control screens in MOST cars, including the actual luxury brands these days. Good review. I plan on hanging onto my slightly modified 2016 Maxima with only 25K miles for a long time. Wish they offered AWD and a 40HP bump, but oh well. Had a long history of highly modded Subarus and Hondas in my younger years and this works just fine for me now.

[@isaacsmiranda4902]

Do a full review video about the new 2019 Toyota Rav4

[@aubreyshaw8926]

I always love the Nissan Maxima sv an I'm looking at some

[@anthonyrivs1024]

Love this car

[@liddlebopeep]

I want this for my next car.

[@luv_a_nurse8960]

Can someone help me, i just wanted to know if the older models of Nissan maxima has a problem with the check engine light cause i just bought a used one. Help please, just wanted to know if that happens with this model a 2010 it has 78,000 miles

[@sameersharbek4669]

I am thinking about going for this or a 2019 q50 luxe, believe it or not they are very similar in price, and have a lot of similar options. Any help please?

[@miguelircontar]

Freaking dream car !!!

[@alstjr]

His review is correct and I like this guy. The dilemma with this vehicle is that Nissan advertises it as a very "sports" car which is their miss market. I'm surprised he mentioned that compared to other reviewers who are too blunt with the statement.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Does that mean the 2020 Nissan Sentra will get this redesign too .????

[@Tarzan91303]

She is still a head turner in certain colors.

[@thomascollins612]

Buy a 2018 Maxima lightly used for $22K. That is the end all be all deal in family cars that can still compete, but not ultimate performance. I got my 2016 in 2017 for $19K with 12,000 miles on it. Love the car but wish it was RWD (AWD saps too much power and adds weight). Still, it's great. Way quicker than the test numbers portray. I've smoked Audi AWD turbos and base model Alfa Romeo Giulias off the lights (and yes they were trying to beat me). My main complaints, and I assume they are the same in the 2019, are the VERY slow to engage reverse gear (it's annoying as hell), the blue tooth system that tends to favor Samsung and Apple phones (my wife's phone will always connect and override mine first) and all the cracks and seams on the body that seem to suck in leaves and debris. Also the review here is correct, the steering is maddeningly unconnected to road feel. My old Camry gave more and better feedback on the twistys. Finally, I hate that the trunk release button is RIGHT NEXT TO the Traction Control switch. I can't count how many times I've thought I opened the trunk while in motion (actually it is not possible - disabled - but it still sucks to have such radically different totally unrelated feature buttons so close to each other) This is a car that will thank you for garaging it. Still, it's a wonderful, fast and engaging car. Again - buy certified used - you can get LOW mile specimens for less than half the retail price. Heated steering wheels and paddle shifters are worthless in this kind of vehicle. Don't base your purchase on that.

[@zrandy]

a heated steering wheel is definitely NOT worthless, I will never have a car without one.

[@JustJohnRCF]

How’s the transmission ? Is it more reliable now?

[@redjet4810]

Maxima 👍

[@tantann2692]

BEFORE you say "CVT this,CVT that", do yourself a favor and test drive one. Would it be better if the car had AWD and a regular 8 speed transmission? YES. Does it make the car any less appealing? Not in my eyes. I bought a 2019 (base model) 3 weeks ago, and let me tell you the car is nice. Feel solid, the comfort is great, and the....speed. With 300hp, without any lags or delay, it's a joy to drive. If you are looking for a 'real sport car', then get a Mercedes AMG CLS63, a BMW M5, an Audi S3, a Mitsubishi Lancer EVO.

[@CM-jm6ui]

How is the ride because I've driven a 2015 base and it had a great drive but the ride was down right harsh and the sound system was definitely not great

[@cordinate81]

CVT garbage, I had this car for over a year and I got rid of it because couldn't stand that crap CVT but I respect your opinion, to each their own

[@pLaTJoRgE]

@@CM-jm6ui I own a 2017 Maxima 50k+ miles. Drive is really smooth. Suspension is solid. When kicking it in sport mode you definitely feel a difference. If you have it in normal mode it'll feel great driving around the city and highway

[@1231nlp]

Believe it or not here in 2019 the Maxima outsells the Avalon.

[@mark4tesla]

Good because the new Avalon is UUUUUUGGGGLLLLLYYYYY

[@thomascollins612]

Avalon is slow as hell when it comes to passing on the highway. Maxima CVT really eats its lunch.

[@jjf1630]

I was wondering what are your opinions about the ride quality in a maxima vs cadillac (ct5 for example). I want to pull the trigger on this maxima I'm looking at, but could easily tell the dealership "no" and move on to a cadillac. Ride quality is important for me. Thank you KZbin audience!

[@GloryToGod-333]

How much it cost now

[@sulelegend8131]

i was expecting more from Nissan by releasing this new model since i own the 2016 model. hope there will be better features if Nissan decides to release a better version in the future

[@thomascollins612]

Its NOT a new model. That's the whole point. It's a refresh of the 2016 model that you and I own.

[@leftylion816]

Rented a 2019 Maxima SV a few days ago. Although I've sworn off sedans in favor of SUVs, this is really nice car. I would consider owning one if it had AWD. This review was on target. The Maxima has a premium feel, quick and smooth acceleration, quality tech amenities, stunning looks and comfort. If it ever gets an AWD system that doesn't compromise its classy/ sporty nature, I'd get one

[@thomascollins612]

Yup. My wife says the same thing. She wants an SUV or truck (we're in Texas) but this car is premium and she loves driving it over her relatively high badge level VW sedan. Also, I have rented numerous Maximas over the years and this one is by far the best. It beats any Impala or Taurus I've rented too.

[@joet.8748]

I own a 2019 SR. It is beautiful. I do not have any complaints, but if this car had all wheel drive and a double clutch transmission, this car would destroy some BMW, and Audi models. The CVT is different. You really don’t feel connected to the car because of it. Don’t get me wrong, the car is a missile, and it is fast. However, there is NO sports car feel because of the CVT. NISSAN, trust me on this, you get all wheel drive and a double clutch in this thing, BMW and Audi will lose sales. Oh and one other thing, with the higher models such as the SR, and platinum versions, add more power. Your infinity counterpart has a red 400 sport, do something like that please..

[@thomascollins612]

@@joet.8748 IMHO it's the steering that's the problem. No LSD as well. CVT is a minor issue. Also most people LEASE those Audis and BMWs. So Nissan might pick up some leases.

[@dividedstatesofamerica2520]

So you're one of the idiots who contributed to the problem.

[@wahiddennis2698]

Most definitely could use that power bump to about 320 and a upgraded CVT

[@thomascollins612]

HAHAH you could not feel 20 extra horsepower. That is bullshit and what would you call an "upgraded" CVT considering this is the best example anywhere on the market? Have you ever driven one?

[@craigmax3779]

Cargurus lies about there used GTOs actually being Tempests but still charges 37k.

[@marinamastrangelo4809]

It would be so cool 😎 to own a car 🚗 like that myself well you know someday in my near future cause I would love ❤️ to learn how to drive someday in my near future

[@jeremyspal78]

jealous

[@carlm919]

Platinum is the way to go :-)

[@devambhagat3478]

LMAOO THIS GUY FILMED IN THE SAME TOWN I LIVE IN

[@ElusiveRIDE]

You cant compare altima and camry to maxima, been and drive both and they scream that they are average sedan. In maxima you feel like ur in way more expensive car.

[@klendrom8610]

Is it really true that the brakes are a bit mushy? This guy mentions it, and Car and Driver magazine said the same thing. Older Maximas used to have solid brakes, but I don't know what happened here.

[@antoniobolgnameyerwe3844]

Nah not at all. Not mushy in the least. and when you replace them find some good slotted rotors and performance pads. even car and driver said that it brakes REAL quick for a car its size and cost.

[@klendrom8610]

Thank you for the reply.

[@wayneresha2608]

Man up, that little Tourque steer will not hurt you.

[@Nirvashtype]

I'm a big tall guy is Comfortable for guys like us.

[@killaaforniaa8053]

I have one and honestly it needs more sport feel like the 2009 G37 has more power nissan needs to take that lower class altima n put the maxima Awd Twin turbo V6 like the stringer

[@overlordplayer2427]

Killaaforniaa 805 yes u right and but 4 wheel drive in that bad boy

[@thomascollins612]

You mean the STINGER? That is best served by the RWD. The G37 has more rated power, but drive the Maxima and tell me if you really think it does. I agree if you would say that RWD would be nice in the Maxima.

[@brysonmblackwell]

The next gen Maxima will be an EV based on the IMs concept they showed in Detroit.

[@mohammedmuneam1177]

Do you have pic or link to it

[@BTC909]

Sales dropped 25K in 2018.

[@Big7m]

Very great review i’ve been driving Nissan for about 4 Years now and I can actually say I love it way better than American vehicles just to know that American cars does not last as Long you hit a certain amount of mile on your car and it’s like your car begins to act up that is very unfair to the customer to pay thousands and thousands of dollars for a vehicle that doesn’t work after you’re done paying for it

[@kennethsmith6899]

All these cars look alike!

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

Kenneth Smith BMWs and Mercedes-Benz too.

[@bigpoppa1992]

Add more power, awd and drop that terrible cvt then i might think about trading in my Taurus SHO.

[@liddlebopeep]

300hp is more than enough.

[@DoubleAIV]

No it's not a head turner. I wish it was a little more differentiated from the Altima. It has potential.

[@antoniobolgnameyerwe3844]

you kinda missed the chronology. The maxima has looked mostly the same since 2016 which at the time was very much a head turner. they have been radically changing the altima every MY to make them look more like the maxima since then. the only differentiation i would like is all wheel drive, rear wheel drive and some more power to go along with it. problem is then it would really be competing with the over priced infiniti segment.

[@snotellekS]

It's a head turner for me. Every time i see one i admire it.

[@samiam9059]

The Avalon is too big and wallows. Old people like those. They claim sport mode does readjust the steering.

[@MrNemo721]

The Maxima interior is not better than most Infinitis. See the new Qx50 I'd argue it's better any day. BTW this thing BADLY needs AWD.

[@cordinate81]

its definitely way better looking and design that all q50 and q60 models, no doubt!

[@kwaseb]

Negative. Preserve of Infiniti

[@tomcannone8894]

Poor Q50 no longer has the 3.5 or 3.7. Just turbo crap never as smooth..

[@antoniobolgnameyerwe3844]

so you like the fake tablet center display that is just shoved on top of the dash. fuck that. it's like they're trying too hard to be mercedes. also who needs a stupid analog clock with silver trim? LOL that's just such a waste of money and space.

[@Slim1986]

Hey Honda headlights

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

Had a '89 Maxima SE manual, best of the genre at the time. Our '96 was not as awesome, but quick. CVT = bleh

[@gregnice25]

Might as well discontinue the Maxima...If the Altima is the same size, whats the point? No turbo or AWD....Forget it! Maxima > Altima....but in this case...the Altima wins I guess....

[@brysonmblackwell]

The next gen Maxima will be an EV based on the IMs concept they showed in Detroit. That will separate it more from the Altima.

[@panzer_TZ]

I'd buy an SV or SL 2019 Maxima over a Platinum Altima. I'd take the V6 of the Maxima anyday of the week; the Altima's AWD is moot since you can't get AWD with the VC Turbo at the same time.

[@rhythm302]

Seriously? The Altima has 158 horses against the Maxima's 300 horses, I will take a Maxima overhead six against a 2.5 ltr 4 banger all day long....

[@tomcannone8894]

What's the fascination with turbos?.a normal v6 is much more durable and has great torque. Turbos never last as long even with normal maintenance....

[@tony202931]

NISSAN is the best!

[@marktolliver1133]

AWD! That's it

[@davidjonathanchavezrodrigu1961]

Maxima? LOoks like altima

[@mannysalgado1145]

Actually the Altima looks like the Maxima since they redesigned the Altima

[@rhythm302]

you have that backwards, actually they are making the Altima look more like the Maxima, the Maxima is way more than an Altima....

[@jmsony]

horrible map system old tech that Honda accord had for years now

[@afcgeo882]

I wouldn’t bother with this car. I’d get a fully loaded Camry Hybrid or Altima AWD instead, depending on whether you want AWD or not. If you want a faster sedan, aim for the Mazda6 Turbo or Accord 2.0.

[@mattarkhalifa6094]

"If you want a faster sedan, aim for the Mazda6 Turbo" lol are you on crack my friend, Mazda 6 TURBO is considerably slower than Maxima...look it up!!!

[@laurentcoll7596]

en français s v p

[@PatrickRob82]

Maximas used to be such handsome cars. This thing is just strange and ill proportioned looking, like so many cars the last few years.

[@savagebeat281]

Boy sounds like a hater

[@fresheddie..]

Sentra turbo 6 speeds win...🤔✌

[@antoniobolgnameyerwe3844]

no way. i rented a sentra (n/a) and drove it across cali for a month. it sucked. super cheap and flimsy everything. throwing a turbo into one would be nice in the ricer races at night, but come on. no thanks to the sentra. feels like it's made out of paper.

[@paulm6481]

Just needs to get rid of that CVT transmission, otherwise it’s a fine roomy Uber plush size vehicle.

[@VfRuckus]

Crying shame Nissan won't sever relationship with the garbage bin Renault, it seems evident ever since Renault got involved, Nissan has sucked ever since.

[@swanblake]

CVT garbage that now no longer looks distinctive thanks to the Altima. Still fwd only unlike the Altima. They couldnt even bother to give the front a LSD for its "sportyness". Nothing sporty here. At the Maximas price point get something actually sport like the Kia Stinger

[@cordinate81]

correct!

[@ELPJM09]

Nissan is the worst automaker from Japan. Their former CEO is in prison right now for corruption charges and they are basically owned by the French aka Renault. I feel sorry for those people who spend their hard earned money on these cheap and ugly cars. Toyota is the best.

[@liddlebopeep]

Toyota is for grannies and people who have no passion for cars. Toyota rules when it comes to dull and boring.

[@wasupplaya3124]

Jatco CVT TRANSMISSION PLEASE PEOPLE DONT GET FOOLED BY THE LOOK OF THR CAR HELLO ITS LIKE BUYING AN AMERICAN CAR LOL TERRIBLE

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

....Yup.. I've actually had my notebook out, while reviewing a car... let's just get this done... ..as the 2019 Nissan Maxima fucking sucked. This vehicle is simply awful, Awful, AWFUL! Nope, forget it, I'm not going to the positives I have to say for this vehicle.. because even the slightest amount aren't enough to outweigh the negatives of this shite of a vehicle. I'm going to dive in through this brain-grating mess. So yeah, this is the latest facelift of the latest generation of a vehicle that should have never existed to begin with. And the best way I can put it to ya'll is that if you've experienced the other iterations, you've pretty much did the same to this vehicle too. However, I didn't think that this iteration of the Maxima would be worse, than the supreme idiocy that were the previous 6th and 7th generations... BUT IT IS... NOT, ONLY.. was this vehicle so... SICKENINGLY STUPID and MALICIOUSLY TOXIC... it's also... PRETENTIOUS. This generation of the Maxima, more than the other iterations, tries to mask all of its demented messages about a combined full-size and sports sedan rolled into one with inconsistent marketing, and moments where its shows off its false identity BY ATTEMPTING TO RACE AGAINST A 3-SERIES, A4, TLX ON A TRACK!... I mean.... was there seriously a fanbase... for this shit?... Are you tickling my balls, WITH THIS SHIT?! I do recall media critic Jeremy Jahns saying something very telling at the end of one of his latest videos on the current stage of Star Wars.. and I wholeheartedly agree with that. Some examples here: ...1) There was once a time where I was head-over-heels in-love with the MKIV Toyota Supra, but now, while still good, isn't as good as I remember it to be given the many repeating experiences I gave it back-to-back. 2) There was once a time, where I found the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ twins to be great at best... but now they are one of my all-time favourite vehicles... There was even once a time, where I found a lot of the previous Maxima generations to be mildly entertaining... but now I hate them.. and it's all thanks, to these ABOMINABLE SEQUELS! Generation after generation! Because neither iteration of this car is interested... in trying, in increasing development, in representing its real identity, in making the dying sedan world more special than ever... in greatly combining sophistication and cool without being obnoxious... other than the fact that new one has a CVT tranny in it (still one of the worst as expected from Nissan).. they are all in essence... THE SAME. The persona never grows, there's never a clear sense of an actual interesting new formula full-size sedans (or sports sedans if on a different world) being told. And instead, they feel like the WORST excuses for try-hard overdone styling, ride and handling balance and function that meet far from full-size and sports sedans should put out, try-hard parts bin interior with numerous off build-quality and fit-and-finish, and these guys simply having inhumanely WARPED thought processes for the things they are doing! This latest generation Maxima including this fucking facelift is the worst of them all simply because this new Maxima feels so proud! Of what it's inhumanely stupid thought processes it has been doing generation upon generation. Biggest evidence of that is how Nissan still markets it. There is literally A RECAP to when this vehicle was sold as the "4-Door Sports Car" and to what still follows after with absolutely still no thought put into it.. this vehicle THINKS... that I actually believed it, as a true sports sedan... I have NEVER seen such a more poisonously pretentious vehicle depicted on marketing. This vehicle, this generation, this series, is so degrading, and mean-spirited towards sedans... both full-size sedans and sports sedans. It makes full-size sedans look completely weak and unreliable, and it makes sports sedans look like DICTATING show-offs who get off to abusing their power. The form following substance processing... is still as meaningless as ever. Try-hard styling that's bloated and incohesive, following a snug cabin with obnoxious parts and some cheap fit-and-finish and a harsh ride that's also far from sports sedans handle. (WHAT IS LIFE RIGHT NOW?).. if this is a full-size sedan you're marketing as, make it at least genuinely fun without having to exaggerate its capabilities. The luxury for the most part is lacking compared to today's market while lacking value for what it offers in general, the drive fails to combine isolation and fun, the styling fails to combine sophistication and cool while following function inside, some of the built quality and fit-and-finish is off surrounded by an obnoxious parts-bin, the identity is confusingly non-existent,... this vehicle, is just stroking my nose, with it's "edginess". The folks over at Nissan are trying, as I always had tons of respect and support for the Japanese automaker as I do with others too. Because first of all, they are way above this material. And they are TRYING THEIR BEST, but here, the material is so clear and absorbingly awful that it makes them look just as bad at the end result. You can't act through this, lads. You can't act through these actions and simple-minded thought processes. They're just deadly, they're an enigma, they're massively detrimental, and that's this car in a nutshell. Not only did this car ANGERED ME about what they're idea of a full-size sedan nor a sports sedan is, I've learned nothing. I have gained NOTHING from these experiences. (I personally sat through this vehicle because not only did I need to finish it off hopefully, but it's my personal belief that no matter how bad a car like this is... the guarantee, in my position, is that it gives me something content at the very least. It gives me something to write and yell about, and I am learning as I go in-depth onto my thoughts here. Like, this is all a learning process for me, and is imperative to my skill set as a performer... and this car and this series of generations... have CHALLENGED that philosophy. Luckily I can now let them know not to invest their time on such a garbage and HEINOUS vehicle series)... This latest Nissan Maxima made me angry, more than ever. This car just pissed me off simply, that I felt somewhat regretful, of even mildly enjoying some of the earliest generations. I felt even sillier for the defense I gave them in the first place when I was still in that mindset of not minding it. And this may sound weird even to me, but.. if you enjoy a vehicle, go on and knock yourselves out.. enjoy it. There's nothing better than enjoying it and it's indeed better off than hating it, but in this scenario, it's a different story. This car, this series, the fans that it blindly attracts, what it's been doing, what it's been influencing to the sedan world (the automotive version of Happy Tree Friends now???)... it's delusionally reprehensible. I mean.. right now there are cars, even full-sized ones and sports sedans that came out this year that are doing so well under the radar.. that are simply just so worthy of your attention and time being invested by experiencing them. I simply can't understand how this vehicle.. is still a sales success... I just don't get it... I mean... is this really what automotive industries think we actually want? To experience and own THIS? I'm not even going to call it entertainment, just *THIS... UDDER.... FILTH!!* Lads.. a much better interpretation full-size sedan: the all-new 2019 Avalon from Toyota.. heck even a much better interpretation of a 4-Door Sports Car too with not much more money with already being a better value overall: the all-new 2019 G70 from Genesis..... give those vehicles all the attention they deserve. Those vehicles actually CARE about effort put into. Those are the kind of sedans in a dying world that we need right now, and not going under the radar.... THIS being in the radar through the public world, you gotta be fucking kidding me. But as it is.. the new Maxima is so obnoxious, so hypocritical, so manipulative, so painful to-live with, there's nothing even charming about it, it's personality is THE WORST, these vehicles do not treat themselves at what they really are and should be and don't care within any effort being put into, etc. I am fascinated (in a bad way) with how this thing is still in production, apparently even having a target market and fanbase, and how it treats full-size sedan shoppers and car enthusiasts around the globe, and the inescapable fact that it's so full of NOTHING. The usability and easy-to-live with nature of a full-sized car? NOTHING. The true character and drive of a sports sedan? NOTHING. The capability of greatly balancing sophistication and cool being a full-sized car without trying too hard? NOTHING. The overstyled jagged incohesive design that tries to dress up as something it isn't? NOTHING. Form following function? NOTHING. The value it has for the money compared to sports sedans and full-size sedans? NOTHING. It's real identity NOTHING! It's world?... NOTHING!!! You know what? I'm done.. I'm done..I'mdoneI'mdoneI'mdoneI'mdoneI'mdoneI'mdonI'mdone.. I am done, with this vehicle, I am done, dealing with it more, I am done, still seeing it exist, I'm done, with this series that I hope Nissan puts to an end... Carlos Ghosn.. screw you, and your abominable creations! This is the worst series of vehicles to ever exist. FINAL RATING: 0/10