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Great First Car
Anonymous, 12/06/2010
2002 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Well i got the car as of June 1st 2010 to replace my 05 ford focus. I was looking for a car that was larger, safer, and actually had some power,im use to power and i would like something that will move with you put your foot down. Anyhow, for the most part i love the car. I received the car at 109,200 miles, it is now december 2010 and i have already put 8500 on in 6 months. Its not hard to rack up the miles in this car. It travels nicely, comfortable seats, though the ride is a little firm on the SE model,i havent tested one other than the SE so i cant be too nitpicky about the maxima in general. But overall a great car with plenty of passenger and cargo space! cdplayer also having problems
Great car thus far
lexmaxima, 03/20/2011
2002 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my used 2002 SE in 11/10. It had 60K on it when I bought it. It now has 70K on it and has been a great car thus far. It has 255 HP which is really good for a 4 door sedan. The auto dimming rearview mirror is nice as well as the homelink system. I am 6' 3'' and the legroom as well as headroom is quite adequate. The basckseat however is a bit cramped for taller passengers. The body side molding and the rear spoiler are nice touches I believe. The xenon headlamps that were upgraded for this model year are great, as well as the fog lights. This car really has great acceleration. the gas mileage is fair in the high teens around town. great car thus far.
pearly white
stubdew, 01/30/2015
2002 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love this car i have had 2000 gle 2001 and now the 2002 maxima se love the style of this car and comfort
Sad It's Time To Let Go
apapple, 10/06/2011
2002 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Maxima off a 2 yr lease with 35k miles on it. This week, after 7 years of ownership, it rolled past 190k and I can honestly say, hands down, this is the best car I have EVER HAD. Aside from normal maintenace wear and tear, I can't make any complaints. The most major thing ever replaced on this was the alternator, about 3 years ago. I am hard on cars and this Maxima has defintely been through the ringer. The two 'issues' I can note would be the check engine light coming on for a bad oxygen sensor and the 6-disc player jamming up. Other than that, no complaints here. It has been reliable in all weather and the only reason it is time to go is because we need a larger vehicle.
Love it to the "Max"?
jason, 07/09/2006
2002 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have just purchased a used 02 Maxima SE with about 50k on it. I have been driving a 4x4 Tacoma, keeping it of course, so it is a real rush when I hit the gas in the Maxima. I was originally focused on a Camry or and Altima but after test driving the Maxima I fell in love. I paid a little more than I would have for an Altima but I feel a hell of a lot better in the Maxima, no regrets yet. I have owned a 1990 240 SX which I always thought was a little under powered, this is not the case with this Maxima...WOW! If you have owned a Maxima I would love to her what you have to say about it. Does the novilty wear off? Have you had any problems? I hope I don't have a case of "Maximitus".