Used 2016 Nissan Maxima Consumer Reviews

Great looking car but with issues

I am only 6' tall but I had issues with the extra thick door at the knee level and the extremley high console at the knee level. This caused my knees to be way too close together making it an uncomfortable driving position for me. Also the gas pedal it too far to the right-not a natural position at all. The worst part of the Platinum model is the sound system. Very flat, very tinny, cheap sound! We have owned 2 Maximas and 2 Infinitis and all had Bose sound systems in them. Right away, we realized that the current sound system in the 2016 Platinum is very-very inferior to all of our previous Bose car systems. Our Toyota van sounds much better and it is just the basic sound system, not a Bose. We tried all sources of music and did all adjustments you can make and the sound system has very weak bass and just a very plain sound. This caused us to not buy the car actually. Love the look and performance but being uncomfortable for me to drive and weak sounding sound. Very sad but true

4DSC

Great new style. It's a 4 DOOR SPORTS CAR. To me it is bigger and better and less expensive than the BMW I was looking at. Also the Maxima offered a better alternative to the pricy sister company Infiniti line. It's brand new, so check back with me in a year.

2017 Nissan Maxima

Great looking car with eye catching design. A feel of quality inside and out. A little to be desired in the sensing features if you have been used to them from another vehicle. You will get a kick out of the acceleration in sport mode.

Great machine 2016 SL

This is my first maxima and I am very much impressed by it's performance and fuel economy. After reading some of these negative reviews I am at a loss at how they came to say they got poor gas mileage or there was inadequate power, etc. Obviously these people either don't know how to drive their machines or are never satisfied with anything. If they were rating a Rolls Royce it would obviously have a multitude of faults!

Still smiling every time I drive

No question the best looking sedan on the market, in my opinion. Love the responsive acceleration, and the driver's seat fits my 6'4" frame more comfortably than anything I've driven in a long time. And despite driving aggressively still gets 25 mpg. Love it!

Don't judge a book by its cover

Since I've ever driven a car I've always had a luxury car Mercedes Lexus Jaguar Bentley Cadillac Porsche and etcetera had to downgrade because of loss of contract after years of working. Have to buy something so I bought the Nissan Maxima I was depressed even buying but after the next two days I was so impressed of how it drive and The Styling after the next week I fell in love with the car all my friends Drive luxury cars I visit them all the time and they have driven the car now everybody wants one. A friend of mine had a Mercedes E-Class and after his lease believe it or not he traded it in for a Maxima premium. Now I am back to work and got me a new contract and I refuse to get rid of this car I am very impressed that handles well and I will not get rid of this car. Thinking about getting another one in the next two years

Maximum Mobility

I love my 2016 Maxima!

Rock Solid

I bought this car in October, 2015 after seeing it on the road. I now have 136K miles on it and, with 1 exception, the car has been literally perfect. You might read about the CVT and some complains about it. There is something called a 'jutter' which is a kind of hesitation or 'bucking' that can occur. Almost as if you are in a manual transmission car that is left in 5th gear as you slow down to a stop light. I noticed it around 20K miles. I took it to Nissan and they replaced the 'throttle body'...my guess is the early models had a faulty design. Since that time, it has NEVER had the problem. As for the rest of the car, it's been perfect. I have LITERALLY no squeeks whatsoever. It's been perfect. I'm not sure why they don't hold their value very well, I think it's a steal on the used market. No matter, 100% satisfied with my Max.

Classy yet powerful design!

My only complaint about this car is the mileage per gallon! But this may only be because before this car I was driving a 2010 Toyota Corolla (manual transmission) so this car is a lot different! But other than that I am enjoying it everyday!

2016 Nissan Maxima SR

Leased this vehicle almost a year ago. Great service from the sales team. Got a great deal. The car itself is fantastic for a car under 40k. I have the SR model in black with the camel tone Interior and it looks great. Good acceleration, comfortable ride, and great driving experience. The heated steering wheel is useless to me because I live Florida. I air conditioned steering wheel would be a great feature. Handling could be better, but overall it's a fantastic car that has decent speed and would also make a good family car. I enjoy it thoroughly.

I love my baby!!!

When I purchased my 2016 Nissan Maxima Platinum Edition in June 2015 I FEEL IN LOVE. I have always owned Maxima's. There are two things that I am disappointed in with the cost of this car. The passenger front seat should be able to move all ways just as the driver's seat (it only goes back & forth not up and down. so its sits very low) & the back seat is not spacious at all. The look of the car is very sporty. Because I wanted the panoramic roof and the LED headlights I had to get the Platinum since the other styles only offer one or the other. Overall a great car..

Cramped Front Seat

This would be a great car except for the front seat. It's cramped & you have to been your leg sideways to reach the accelerator pedal. The middle front section is way too wide & the pedals are too far offset to the right. I recently rented one & my right leg was hurting after about 30 minutes. It's hard to get in & out as well. The front seat needs to be redesigned.

New car purchase

Decided getting this car brought a 3.5 Platinum. It is a good looking car even can drive it to baseball games and NFL FOOTBALL Stadiums has everything that so equipped in all of the bells and whistles. Navigation system and ventilated and heated seats are impressive including panoramic moon roof - Bluetooth work for my Samsung Galaxy S6 electronics seems better in this new car. Maxima performance is amazing keep it Sport mode only) - CVT is incredible as car got new 300 horsepower 3-5L engine faster acceleration a smoother aggressive ride. I love how comfortable these seats they absolutely hug you only complaint interior size is smaller feels little snugged other than I satisfied with fit and finish materials. New technology is excellent just liking my car it's beautiful on outside new design of exterior - LED Lights got more slimmer it's much more fun to drive. Incentives, prices and values are bringing this car down I don't know seems sells on these cars aren't too shabby well at least times will changed after while but I am glad purchased my Platinum it's a great looking vehicle compared to other luxury cars as non-expensive brand like Nissan. So far recently purchased a few weeks ago blown away on everything inside and out of this car new looks and a outstanding interior design Nissan has improved a lot on this car it's better than compared with last model new model is a computer car advanced handles better more quiet on highway definitely stylish in lots new upgrades.

Everythings is great---if only it didn't rattle

There is so much I love about this car---design, styling, acceleration, interior appointments, handling, general comfort. But unfortunately it is sort of ruined by too little attention to quality when it comes to a quiet driving experience. I've never had a new car that has this many really severe and irritating rattles and noises. The worst, perhaps, is a sound in the driver door or right pillar that starts over 50 mph and is wind related. I think I isolated it to the rocker panel which must catch wind and then rattles like marbles in a rock polishing machine. The dealership didn't do a wall job on it, but also didn't solve the problem. The other two really annoying rattles happen when it gets below freezing. There is an annoying clack somewhere in the back every time you hit a bump. It's loud. I thought it was related to the spare, but it's not. The dealership replaced the rear stabilizers under warranty but it didn't help. My own mechanic found the problem--a fuel line running on top of the gas tank wasn't isolated and slapped the tank over each bump. The third rattle also occurs at road bumps or expansion joints. It comes from the instrument cluster, and sounds like a pack of Tic Tacs over every little bump in the road. For me, that is enough to ruin the driving experience. Despite liking nearly everything else about the car, I probably wouldn't buy another, and this is my fourth Maxima.

2016 Maxima Platinum

I planned on waiting for the 2016 Honda Accord Touring to arrive, but fell in love with the Maxima as soon as I saw it. This is a beautiful car with plenty of technology inside and out. They spent a lot of time redesigning this car and hit the nail on the head on almost everything. The only real complaint I have is leg room. I'm a big guy (6'1", 235 lbs) and like more room than the Maxima offers, but I'm not uncomfortable at all. I got a good price, because I used Truecar to get a good price. I paid $37,500 for the Platinum model.

This car is a beast!

Drove a Maxima S, SV, SL, and SR on 3 successive nights...bought the SR almost instantly. The steering and road feel are sharp and precise, and the highway speed acceleration is exhilarating...reminds me of my Thunderbird SuperCoupe. A real highway cruiser. This car is much more exciting to drive than my friend's BMW 328i...quieter, faster, more comfortable. My friend said it's much more luxurious...and it's less expensive AND more reliable.

CVT , CVT, CVT, NISSAN WRONG DECISSION!

my first big issue of this car is the interior space, its so small, nissan squeezed this car unbelievably, can't understand why really, every position in this car is so small, driver position is definitely the worst position in this car, such a huge console why?, what was the purpose of this? if you are trying to put stuff like that u have to make more room in this car, unacceptable! second issue, this car should paired with regular automatic transmission like infiniti does, but not CVT, its a big mistake, its killing all the power of this beautiful engine, such a disaster with that CVT! the gas mileage actually stay way behind what nissan is saying, with 300hp engine should never be paired with CVT!

Smaller on the inside while bigger on the outside

I've owned 09 & traded for a 12; loving them both except for each had cabin electronics failures before 34K... My test of the 16 was enjoyable yet uncomfortable. Why? The connection hit me when the salesman mention the aircraft cockpit styling changes. THAT WAS IT! Why I was so uncomfortable. the 16's new cabin mods reduced seat width and right leg room reminding me not of a fighter cockpit; but the cramped seating of all my hated 200 flights in the past 18 months. Sorry - the 12 will not got to a 2016 PS I miss the paddle shifters. I actually use them.

BUENO!

Good car at a fair price.

Maxima review

Love every aspect of this car...great buy

Not Enough Leg Room

My husband is very tall and the design of the driver's seating area did not allow him to have enough room between the steering wheel and the dashboard. Other than that, I liked the Maxima very much.

Completely Disappointed

The vehicle steering is terrible!!!! It very hard to judge your front distance between cars and objects on both sides. The rear camera gets foggy easily. It should have came with front/rear cameras. It's definitely not a quiet ride, I can always hear the wind on the highway not matter my speed. I wish that I could trade it but the trade-value is a "F". This was my first and last experience with a Nissan product.

It's a cool car

Great looking car. Cheap parts . I brought 1 of the 1st release cars back in June 2015. Door jams was a rush paint job faded! Driver seat springs broke in the 1st month console arm rest rip. Dealership didn't want to warrant the parts. Had to Harass them to paint the door jams! Car was in the shop for almost 1.5 months! Right bumper clap replace twice. And it still pops out never resolve that problem yet. Love the lights . But I have the car to my wife. I rather drive her Avalon.

Had 5 Maximas, but probably no more

I drove the SR several times. While it is the best Maxima yet in many respects with somewhat questionable styling, marketing decisions that Nissan made will drive some buyers away. I'm currently driving 7th generation SV with Sports and Tech and I still like the car. I was very excited when the 8th generation came out. But Nissan's decision to keep basic features from the SR, specifically the moon roof and memory seats/mirrors, something I had in my 2009 Maxima, is troubling. So, after driving the car and liking its road feel, I came to the conclusion that I don't have to loose the features that I like and there are other manufacturers out there that actually attempt to listen to what their customers desire. I guess it is time to consider Acura TLX or even Camaro SS or Mustang GT. Good bye Maxima :(

REALLY WRITING THIS FOR MY WIFE...,

...and she loves this car. The drawbacks we noted in other reviews are actually what she likes about the vehicle (and other things). The cockpit is perfect for her size. She wanted a full-size vehicle, but doesn't like feeling "small" in the car (she's 5'3). She says she really likes the ride and handling of the car, and she LOVES the dash layout (to include the entertainment area). The car is really like driving a luxury car, without the price tag (she rented a Benz SUV for a period and wasn't impressed). In the price range, there really isn't anything else she liked as much.

Really great car

I have to say im enjoying this car a lot. Plenty of power for me and the interior of this car is a nice place to be. Glad i went for this model.

Best car you can't afford to fix

Nissan has obviously adopted the Land Rover, Jaguar, BMW business model of building great cars that fall apart and you can't afford to fix them. Broken clip that pulls the sunroof shut - $327 + more that that for labor. Adaptive cruise control module - $2000 to replace. Check with anyone who has had to fix their Nissan and see what they have paid. Even the dealer's parts guy responded, "whoa, that's a lot". And yes, Nissan makes the list of cars returned or sold within the first year.

BEST overall car

This one of the best if not the best car I ever owned. It got good gas mileage and still had "get up and go if needed". On highway trips at 70 MPH the fuel economy was usually in the high 20s to the mid 30s. The one downside for older people is getting in and out of the car since it is so low.

The best maxima yet!

So I decided to lease this car after having

CRASH TEST ...FAULTS

2016 Nissan Maxima rating .....a rear end collision will result in gas spillage from gas tank ..... Rubber o-ring is faulty. Rear fender wells are "indoor/outdoor carpet" lined and deteriorate with high pressure spry cleaning.

2016 Maxima SL

My car is only 3 weeks into the lease and it already requires an entire new sunroof. When filling up the tank to full it estimates 400 miles and after 3 full tanks I've only got an average of 250 miles a tank. I mostly drive highway and and haven't even used sport mode. I am disappointed a brand new car has such a serious defect right off the lot and may not have myou car for a few weeks.

Downgrade from 2009

Glove box latch hard to reach (centered) old Maxima had latch on upper left of door much easier to reach. Glove box storage poor. Passenger seat is to low. redundant control on console should have been used for storage, who needs three controls that do the same thing? car does not corner as well as my 2009 Maxima, tends to drift. Console storage very poor. No coat hook. Can't vent sun roof without fully opening shade. Poor headlights. Couldn't get use to the changes from 2009 and the low passenger seat so traded it in.

Love my new Maxima!

CRASH TEST ...FAULTS

2016 Nissan Maxima rating .....a rear end collision will result in gas spillage from gas tank ..... Rubber o-ring is faulty. Rear fender wells are "indoor/outdoor carpet" lined and deteriorate with high pressure spry cleaning.

Should have purchased something else.

I love the sleek look of my new 2016 Maxima SL but wish I would have purchased something else. I acceleration is poor. The cost not worth the car. I bought it in super black but having issues with the dealer because it The detail shop waxed it and now I have a lot of swirls and scratches in the paint.

Great Car

Love the car. Real sporty. With the 300 hp coming from the engine it kills the road with the speed. Drove 328i before but this is waaaaayyyyy better. It has head turning beauty on the out what else do we need ?

North Dakota Maxima

The Nissan Maxima is a very comfortable and well designed car. This is my first Nissan having owned several Mazda's over the last 20 years. I have been very pleased with it and I would recommend it to someone looking for this type of car. It has done very well with the weather and snow we have here in North Dakota. The design is unique and the car does attract attention.

Sexy Performer

Great looks. Has it all. Better looking than Infiniti "brother" with all the features and performance.

Nissan gravity

Very nice and comfortable

The Best Sedan to Date

They should know this car does not compare to any other sedan on the road.

Fantabulous Vehicle!

This car drives like a dream. The power is superb and handling is wonderful. It is a bit difficult to get in and out due to the low seating; but I can deal with it. Wish it had a better/more USB and/or phone charger ports available in the front compartment and one or more in the back seat.

Maxima

Great design

Please with the SR purchase......Great car.......Great interior........

Loving my Maxima

This car is a sporty, luxury car with all the grea features. Good on gas and drives really smooth!

nice car but...

nice car but the price. since the price is competitive to the infinity Q, I'd rather have the infinity

Great

overall GREAT FAMILY CAR

THE MAXIMA ARE A LITTLE TO HIGH ON PRICE

2016 Maxima

This is my fourth Maxima and will be my last. Have never been so disappointed in my life! Pat Peck in Gulfport lied; no more vehicles from them!! Hate this car.

Awesome Maxima Platinum, a sweet ride for the $$$!

This is the 4th Maxima I've owned since 2000. The 3.5L engine has been a great one with many awards it has received through the years! My 2016 Nissan Maxima Platinum with Blue Pearl exterior and Cashmere Quilted White leather interior is beautifully eye-catching and loaded with features with 300hp that gets 31.5 mpg highway and 26 mpg local although the premium gas required will blow away any BMW 3 series, which I've also owned before!

My Maxwell

I loved my Maxima... It's just that my medical status had changed and I had to get something a little different.