2008 Nissan Maxima Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(47 Total Reviews)
I mistaked this for a JET
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
This machine is so fast, I forgot I was in a car I thought I was in a jet. Top speed that I got to is 150 mph, I replaced the engine with a v8 from an infiniti m45 that I crashed and put cat exhaust on it, and I replaced the gauges with 9000 rpm and 200 mph on it, it made 381bhp on the dyno, 0-60 in 4.8 seconds, top speed, almost 195, beats the mess out of an Audi r8, and keeps up with an Corvette zr1 and Nissan gtr. I will never replace this.
Favorite Features
Everything except for the continental tires, but that ain't no biggy.
Suggested Improvements
Nothing on the car, but Nissan needs to tell these people that any year maxima will beat the mess out of any model or year altima, they say that the maxima has less horsepower, remember the maxima's cvt, is the only cvt to make it's own 80 horsepower. that means the maxima has 255 + 80 = 335bhp, WOW
1 out 2 people found this review helpful
Its ok but will not buy nissan again
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I had a 2006 Nissan altima before this maxima and it was the worst car ever. I had all sorts of problems the dealer had to put a brand new engine when I had 8000k miles anyways I decided to buy a maxima because it looked Nice. I've had this 2008 maxima for a little over a year and I'm actually writing this review from the service waiting area at the dealership apparently my battery is dead.. Mind u its practically a new car and I've only had it for a little over a year. I am the first owner and already having problems. Also all the cheap plastic parts they use on this car are breaking. Both charging ports are broken the visors are breaking apart the ac vent doesn't work, the shifter broke off
Favorite Features
the exterior looks nice
Suggested Improvements
use better materials in the interior and get fid of cvt
Not even close to a sports car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 3 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
This model is marketed as a sports sedan. Don't be fooled. The transmission can't figure out what gear to be in. It takes several seconds to figure out to downshift. You can confuse it by using the manual shift mode. It reacts with disdain at any aggressive driving. The brakes fade and shudder with excessive use. It handles like a cow. Torque is completely absent. The turning ration is terrible as is fuel economy. The chrome wheels peel with only one winter. Expect to visit the dealer with many problems with ignition sensors & check engine lights. I traded a 2000 Maxima which was a completely different car. Check out that trade-in value! Nissan will NEVER get my business again.
Favorite Features
Nice creature comforts inside.
Suggested Improvements
Return to your roots. This car needs a soul. Remember that it should be fun to drive not a chore. Ditch the CVT for a faster reacting auto. How about a manual option?
1 out 6 people found this review helpful
I LOVE, LOVE THIS CAR!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I traded a Nissan Quest for the Maxima in the fall of 2007 and I couldn't be happier! My parents owned Datsun products when I was a kid--anyone remember the 280Z? This car is fun to drive, handles beautifully, lots of power, and extremely reliable. Not one problem since the purchase.
Favorite Features
Heated steering wheel, XM radio, EVERYTHING!
Suggested Improvements
2009 models came out... not impressed with the look--looks like a Toyota. Only negative thing I can say about the '08 Max is the turning radius. You can't turn this car on a dime, but the everything else makes up for it!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I have had my Maxima for just over 1 month now and I love it. Great features and the CTV transmission is flawless. This car is fun to drive!
Favorite Features
Keyless entry and start, power, heated seats and steering wheel, sporty look.
Suggested Improvements
Turning radius and driving noise.
My awsome car!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I love my maxima. I owned a '99 and it was awesome as well, so i just had to buy another one. My maxima hasn't given me any problems so i am fully satisfied. As any mass production items there is bound to be several glitches so we can't expect them all to be perfect, thank you nissan!!!
Favorite Features
the room, the smooth ride on the highway, and the power
Suggested Improvements
turning radius
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I have own 2 Maximas before and have returned to one after 4 years. I found a like new limited eddition for a good price. It drives well and is very quiet. I have found no problems or complaints so far. It gives me 26.1 miles per galons, good confort and nice ride.
Favorite Features
all
Suggested Improvements
none
At 32K Miles-Poorly Made Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
This is my 2nd Nissan (first Maxima) and my last!!!!! There is a constant rumbling vibration felt through the gas pedal and steering wheel between 20-45 mph. I have taken my car to over 6 different dealers and they couldn't fix it or really find the problem, so the service rep came and said "this is normal for this transmission"!!!! For a car that cost this much!!! There FLAGSHIP VECHICLE!!!!They claim this new transmission is seamless, which apparently it's not. It is soooo aggravating, and to top it off now my car constantly sounds like it is revied up high!!!!!! So, I'm now stuck with it!!!! I wanted to get the 09, but now I am scared....
Favorite Features
Outter design...
Suggested Improvements
I'm 5'10 and the seat doesn't go back far enough....A motor and transmission that is QUIET!!!!! No RATTLING!!!!
2 out 4 people found this review helpful
Love Love Love
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I like Nissan as a brand and wanted something a bit more flasy than a honda or toyota but not quite Lexus or Audi. I graduated college and wanted a upgrade from my 02 Nissan Sentra. I love the butt on this car. From the back it looks so classy. Ride is smooth and goes from 35mph to 70mph without the shift reaction.I notice I can hear the engine a bit but the bose stereo system drowns that out.
Favorite Features
The dual sunroof,distance til empty meter,smart key (I misplace my keys often, this way I never have to take it out of my purse)
Suggested Improvements
The seat could be lower, and sunroofs could actually open.
Awesome
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Review
Love the power, CVT transmission. I'm a first time Maxima owner and Love it!! Very fun to drive and absolutely no complaints regarding the handling, power nor looks!! Only pesky issues is the view from rear view window and there are a couple of parts in the interior a little cheap and flimsy and the head rests are a bit too forward and after reading other reviews I now know it's not just me having a little difficulty trying to park. Other than that the car is beautiful and cannot believe how fun it is to drive. way to go Nissan!
Favorite Features
Looks,CVT transmission, handling, and power
Suggested Improvements
Head rests, rear view, better speakers, and smaller turn radius.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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