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Not as good as you'd think
Tombo123, 03/11/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Wind noise, streaking wipers, creaking/binding sounds, headlight misalignment, right rear seat continually falls forward even though it's locked, air entering passenger compartment from somewhere up front, left front door handle had to be replaced as FOB signal failed, poor AM radio reception. Only item dealership repaired satisfactorily was the door handle. Averaging 14 mpg yet I travel on hwys 80% of the time. Our Altima was far superior MPG wise. CVT grinds between 30 & 40 mph.
Love my maxima
tucker, 12/02/2007
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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I own a 2008 maxima se. This is my second maxima, I had a 2001 and traded it. I love the comfort the style and I always get a nice comment on my maxima. I will have this maxima for a long time I finally got the loaded one.
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Precision Grey Max SL
beavis, 04/07/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Recently purchased a SL with the platinum package (no sunroof). There was too much wind noise with the roof - even with the wind deflector. I drove just about everything out there and this seemed the best bang for the buck. I highly recommend the Platinum package ... you feel like you purchased a luxury car. This car is fast. I am coming off a 540i. While the max has more body roll than I am used to, this does the job for about half the money. In the first week of having the car, I got my first ticket. When your cruising at 80 mph, it really feels like 50mph. Gas mileage is at 21. For mileage cars, Honda and Nissan is where its at. Toyota will put you to sleep.
A Bit Disappointed
Raymond, 12/11/2007
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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I've loved Maximas ever since I first test drove one in 1995. I then went on to own a '92 Maxima, '98 Maxima, '03 Infiniti I35 (Maxima in disguise) and now this 2008 Maxima. I feel that this 2008 Maxima is probably the worst of all the other cars I've owned. Having bought this car new I have already noticed light engine ping which is downright annoying. I have used all premium fuel grades and the car still pings lightly. This is my major gripe with this car. Nissan of course says that it is normal. On a more positive note; the CVT will impress you with its quickness and eerie sense of moving the car very quickly at a very low "fuel saving" RPM. But in the end, I should've bought an Avalon.
Hard to beat
andy, 04/11/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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First sedan since a 94 New Yorker. Soft ride and poor handling was its undoing. I purchased an SE for its ride and handling. Purchased every available option which makes it an SL with an SE ride. Turning and keyless entry takes some getting use to.
Great Car!
NissanBoy, 05/06/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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This is my third Nissan car within the last 2 yrs. I absolutely love the sportiness of all of their cars. I decided to upgrade to the fully load Maxima 3.5SL, because my 2008 Altima 3.5SE rattled too much. I truly believe that I could not have made a better choice. I test drove the Lexus ES and Lincoln MKZ, none of those vehicles had the character of the Maxima. After testing driving the Max, I was sold!
Great Car!
NissanBoy, 05/19/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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This is my third Nissan, which this one is the best by far. It has just what I was looking for comfort with a sporty feel. The 3.5 V6 has amazing power if used with premium gas, but the downside is it only gets about 16 mpg on avg. It also has loads of great luxury features at a cheap price. The quality could be a bit better, but when compared to other midsized sedans it's above avg.
Rattles Ruin the Enjoyment
JMW, 05/24/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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It's too bad that Nissan could not tighten up the interior of this car. The car is enjoyable to drive, gets decent mileage and is comfortable with minimal road noise. At 2500 miles I developed an interior rattle that comes and goes which is near impossible to have fixed since on two tries it did not rattle for service. It also takes forever to put the last 3 gallons in the gas tank but minor next to the rattle. Very annoying to listen to in a $30,000+ car so I'll put up with it for a couple of years and get rid of it.
dream luxury car
Toni collins, 07/15/2018
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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It is a beautiful black car , still at 2008 its beautiful design , nice leather seats .If you want a sporty luxury car you will not be disappointed .The only issue is the paint had to be repainted , the paint did not last .I brought it used it had 2 other owners who took care of car , low miles so resale is great so you also should not be disappointed. I have not drove in snow yet due to buying in March . I will update later
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Fully loaded, sun roof, dual exhaust
Leon, 05/19/2020
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Powerful, fast and smooth riding
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Fully loaded
Leon, 05/19/2020
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Fast and smooth riding
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Wonderful but Noisy
Maxed out, 06/16/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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This is the 4th Maxima I've owned and they just keep getting better except for one thing... the interior is noisy. If Honda could build (my second car is a 2005 Honda) a super quiet ride, why can't Nissan?
Once a Max owner, always a Max owner
caljn, 08/19/2008
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Traded a 2003 Maxima which I was sad to trade in... solid, fast, dependable and the last Japanese built. The 2008 SE however is also powerful and an excellent freeway cruiser. Quiet, solid, and quick. Around town however it can feel over weight and lumbering. CVT took some getting accustomed to but now love it. No downshift lag when passing... just hit the gas and ZOOM! Now driving a typical "automatic" feels old school with all that engine revving up then down with each shift. Some interior materials feel a bit cheap which was a disappointment. Overall satisfied and will probably keep for 4 years then trade for 2012 Maxima. As my title states, once a Maxima owner, always a Maxima owner.