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Great ride
edesco, 12/06/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car is amazing fast and great on gas.
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numerous problems
Mikey, 08/29/2020
2018 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
Transmission problems, automatic braking radar sensor problems, paint quality control, leaking windshield, poor interior quality. Lots of rattles. Especially the rear sunshade.
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Cramped
Disappointed, 02/27/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 22 people found this review helpful
Looking for a car that had some space. Trunk is small. Front seats comfy but, felt like confined space wise. Ride was nice. Bought an Impala. A car with a huge trunk and more cabin space. In your review the breakdown in each category would only register GREAT OR POOR. OK would not register in the survey. Big difference in describing the customers view points. Fix it or delete it.
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Too low to ground
Ron Cozort, 06/11/2018
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
15 of 45 people found this review helpful
Knocked engine guests off twice retrying rosdwsy with high pitch! Hit parking barriers with front of fender causing $1,000 worth of repairs!
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Nissan Maxima - Maximum performance and style
Crysco, 04/05/2017
updated 04/05/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car rides like a high end automobile.
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One Week Old
Bill S., 11/02/2017
updated 11/16/2020
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 04/17 (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my third new Maxima purchased (2004, 2008, present 2017.5). I really love the car, its functionality, safety and design. I think everything has improved since the 2008. I think I'll be keeping this model for awhile too. Nissan has hit a home run with the model year Maxima.....
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Max is a bad man!
Glenn, 12/08/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm a salesman and drive a lot. Have had it for a month. Power is awesome. Great looking, sporty yet comfortable. Brakes nice. Seats are great. Features galore, apple play. Fit and finish is very nice.
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Get yourself one
Jim prejean, 08/03/2018
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 04/17 (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very dependable. Front passenger seat sits very low making it harder to get in and out. Otherwise a great car. This is our fourth maxima. Enough said
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LOvely maxima
Peter Smith, 10/05/2018
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Gas mileage is as to be expected from a 300 hp V-6, resale value is disappointing. Appearance is terrific as is the interior. Seems to be finely constructed, engine is superb.
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Speedy
Kelsey, 05/15/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love this car hate that I have to let it go, cant afford it anymore so before I ruin my credit i need to sell it.
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Smooth
Sheff, 02/09/2020
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very smooth ride and very fast!
Just a fast, fun and luxurious vehicle!
Susan, 04/29/2020
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a fantastic car. I have owned it for three years and I will probably purchase it. I haven't had any trouble with it at all and it is reliable, comfortable and fun. It is a very fast car and does well at high speeds. The only downside I can think of is that although the trunk is large, the opening is deceiving. I have tried to fit larger items in the trunk, but the items won't clear the opening even though they would probably fit inside. And the same applies to the back seat. I have wanted to put larger items in the back seat, but the door doesn't open up enough to get the items in. So, that's really the only bad thing I can think of about this car.
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Feel like I won the lottery!
WOW! , 01/06/2021
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After looking for a car since last March, I was thrilled when I found this one! It's gorgeous, has every feature I wanted plus some! It drives like a dream and feels very solid & secure. This car is loaded with every imaginable safety and style advantage and I felt like I hit the jackpot as I drove into my garage. I traded my 2012 Maxima SV for this upgrade to a newer and better equipped model and I am so glad I did. It drives like a dream and I can't wait to experience all it has to offer!
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No more worry about merging in traffic
Sandy Main, 02/17/2021
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car is unbelievable. Fast, beautiful and fun to drive.
Incredible!!!
Keke, 07/05/2021
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had the 2017 Maxima Platinum for 3 months and I’m in love with this car The way it drives is very smooth and the engine is very powerful. It come with plenty of high tech features the car is unbelievably beautiful inside and out the only con is that it’s very fast for someone that’s not use to a fast car (just yet) the maxima is very reliable and good on gas I have gotten complements on the car and have people trying to race me on a daily but I’m doing my best to take care of my baby. I’m very satisfied with this car.
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Been a joy
Chicago Burbs retired guy, 05/23/2023
updated 05/27/2025
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My second Max, still fun to drive after 6 years. So much “stuff” for the price, still looks fresh as well. Sneaky quick, I don’t mind the CVT at all. Would do it all over!
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Wonderful Car
Greg, 06/02/2021
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We are very impressed with our new (used) 2018 Max. Great ride. comfortable cabin, cool electronics and a very powerful engine make it a joy to drive. The 3.5L engine makes it almost overpowered. Best sedan we ever owned!
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Awesome car!!!!
bobby, 01/05/2022
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love the car it’s amazing and reliable to drive
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Maxima 17 Platinum
John Jimenez, 01/06/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
6 of 18 people found this review helpful
Great car but expensive to maintain
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4 door feels like a race car!
G Lara, 01/08/2018
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 04/17 (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
All trim levels come with the same engine and mabigation, bluetooth, same basic design. Turbo button really feels like it gives the car a charge. Decent handling for mid-large size sedan and acceleration. Very poor gas performance don't expect to save money on gas. Overall it's a fun reliable car with ago e average resale value.
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Outstanding vehicle
Happy owner, 04/04/2018
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Could not be happier! Exceptional quality and materials. Fast, and good on gas! Safe!
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Best customer service ever
Happy Customer , 02/28/2020
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really enjoyed working with LJ Scott with the purchase of my car.
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Nice
Lonnie , 04/29/2020
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Yes I like it very much
Very nice cat
Micheal Lynn, 03/07/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 04/17 (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The price of the car and monthly payment is
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Maximum for this Maxima
Frank Moon, 05/20/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have been a repeat customer of M'Lady for about the last eight years or so for both mine and my wife's vehicles. They've always been fair and respectful in our negotiations and that certainly did not change last night. Very satisfied with our lease deal last evening with the Maxima Platinum edition. I came in to acquire the gun metallic SR midnight edition but ended up leaving with the Platinum edition listed for 2K more but for the same deal because they had just sold the SR midnight. The sales guys are awesome!
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Awesome Car
AW, 09/07/2017
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Luxury car without luxury price
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One time only
Bill, 10/06/2020
updated 10/10/2023
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
SOLD in 2018!! Bought new in December 2016. White Platinum with black interior. I looked at Acura RLX and Toyota Avalon in 2016. Acura too expensive. Avalon to soft. However after fours years the Maxima is still very sporty. Probably me at this age just prefers quiet luxury. Three to five year old cars are the beat deals from reputable dealers. Max is fun and load when you accelerate! RLX and Impala are no longer. How long before Nissan drops Max? This is my last Max at any price.
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Lovin’ my maroon SV
AM, 01/09/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I’m absolutely loving my Maxima and love driving it any chance I get (assuming my wife doesn’t take off in it first). We both love it and it has been a great buy so far. Just hit the 10000 mile mark and still in love
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Best ever
Dennis Robison, 02/11/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nicest car I have ever owned. Love so many things as indicated above.
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#5
mike molisani, 03/14/2019
2017 Nissan Maxima Platinum 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this is my 5th Maxima after being a General Motors fan for 45 yrs. Out of the 5 Maxima's I have had I have only had 2 service issues and they were both front wheel bearing problems.My last General Motors vehicle was serviced 14 times starting the day after purchase.The last issue with it was for a $5 part and they had the car for 36 days. While they had it ,I leased my firt Maxima and haven't looked back.
Great condition all around.
Randell, 09/04/2021
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Vehicle is in great condition. And the price was in point with the vehicle condition. Just all around amazing.
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Best car I ever had
Benito , 07/07/2023
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One of the best car I ever owned next to my old 2007 maxima I used to have.
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My Nissan Maxima
Tweets , 12/13/2021
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my maxima and been driving a Nissan for years and my son have one
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My baby Max
Benjamin, 01/04/2022
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Love this car with a passion amazing and comfortable ride. Just like my wife 2015 Nissan Murano
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Sporty upgraded
Marc, 07/22/2022
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love my 2018. I added a chip stillen exhaust rear diffuser and front splitter. My maxima turns heads everywhere I go. The power and drive ability of this car is un matched by the competition.
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Great Car
Ch K, 11/20/2022
2018 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
You feel muscle and luxury car at the same time. High quality and stylish interior and exterior, I love my car Maxima!
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Noisy
Maxima driver, 03/09/2022
2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have been driving Maxima’s for over 25 years. This is the worse one I’ve had. I had one prior to this one and took it back after 6 months because it had a rubbing noise that no one seen to hear at the dealership. Now I purchased another one and I still have the rubbing noise. I love Maxima’s, but this may be going back too.