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Nissan Maxima VIII (A36) 3.5 V6 (300 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
Nissan Maxima:
The Nissan Maxima is a five-passenger, front-engine, full-size car that was manufactured and marketed by Nissan as Nissan's flagship sedan primarily in North America, the Middle East, South Korea, and China — across eight generations. The Maxima debuted for model year 1982 as the Datsun Maxima, replacing the Datsun 810.
The Maxima was marketed as an upscale alternative to the Altima and prior to 1993, the Stanza, distinguished by features such as a premium interior and V6 engine. Most Maximas were built in Oppama, Japan, until North American assembly began in Smyrna, Tennessee, for the 2004 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VIII (A36) Overview:
Nissan Maxima (VIII (A36)). With 354 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1574 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 (300 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L VQ35DE V6 engine delivers a robust 300 Hp, providing strong acceleration and ample power for highway cruising. The CVT ensures smooth power delivery, though some drivers might miss the engagement of a traditional automatic.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is respectable for a powerful V6 sedan, with urban consumption at 10.7 l/100 km and extra-urban at 7.8 l/100 km, aided by the efficient CVT.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and smooth 3.5L V6 engine
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with premium feel
- • Distinctive and sporty exterior design
- • Good fuel economy for its class and power output
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can feel unengaging for some drivers
- • Front-wheel drive limits ultimate performance potential
- • Rear headroom can be tight for taller passengers
- • Not available with AWD, unlike some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII (A35): 2008 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Maxima |
| Generation: | VIII (A36) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (300 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 85.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 354 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ35DE [Same engine] More details about the engine VQ35DE |
| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.2 kg/Hp, 190.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 224.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1574 |
| Max. weight: | 2105 |
| Max load: | 531 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4897 mm mm |
| Width: | 1859 mm mm |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2776 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18; 245/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 18; 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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