Used 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Big family car ruined by a poorly designed Tranny
PM in Cal, Moultonborough, NH, 12/23/2018
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I loved this car for its size, comfort, and handling, but the plastic timing chain that cost me $1,200 every other year, uncontrollable engine flares and hesitations for the second half of its life bothered me. The result of the class-action lawsuit was a rebate on buying a new one - no thanks. I came to the conclusion that to design something so blatantly fragile to such an important part of the car was inexcusable. Honda or Toyota would simply never have done it. Sadly I will never trust a Nissan again. Too risky. Good riddance.
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Soooo Disappointed
jc5053, Orlando, FL, 01/21/2011
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
1st thing first,....I bought this car brand new and had no problems UNTIL my 4th year (2010). The AC unit went out ($897),....HID lights turned pink and went out ($426) and now........(infamous drumroll),..........the transmission is bad, LOL! No, its not funny at all and my head is still spinning to the tune of $2500 repair bill that was freshly printed today. WOW is all I can say. On my way back from the shop,..this guy in traffic asked me if the car was good (as he's picking one up this week), I told him "nah man this car is a piece of junk, DON'T DO IT! 111k miles, 13 more payments and transmission problems are all I have to show for this car!
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Great performance and luxury
Bill, 10/12/2005
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I compared the Maxima, Acura TL, Accord, and G35. It came down to the Maxima and TL. For a comparably equipped car, the TL was about $2000 more. I loved the way of them drove, so I picked the Maxima becuase it was a little bit more roomy and cheaper. I really like this car. The power and luxury (I got all the bells and whistles) combo is great. I have had no initial quality problems and don't expect to have any. I find this car to be a great highway cruiser, but the real fun is how it performs on winding back roads. The acceleration, handling and braking are excellent. I don't see what all the fuss is about torque steer. 265 hp with front wheel drive is pushing the limits (but fun)
Nice ride
Mark, 04/05/2006
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
traded the Altima SE for the Maxima and very happy with the new car.
Sporty Luxury Car Without Luxury Price
Myiesha, 12/29/2005
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been looking to purchase the Nissan Maxima since 2004 when the new exterior was introduced. Finally in 2005, I decided to buy the 2006. This car looks and drives great. I get so many complements. It's luxury without the luxury price.