2011 Nissan Maxima

The Nissan Maxima is an individualistic, indulgently luxurious, powerful, innovative and stylish full-size sedan.

The Maxima is a mid-size four-door sedan with a 255-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine and front-wheel drive. The only transmission available is a continuously variable automatic (CVT). As before, the Maxima is offered in two distinct trims: the sporty 3.5 SE and the more luxuriously equipped 3.5 SL. Safety features that come standard include the Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage front air bags, front-seat side-impact air bags, and curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupants; and front-seat active head restraints. A sophisticated traction control system and a tire-pressure monitor also come standard.

All Maxima's receive standard USB connectivity and Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System for 2010.

The Maxima is offered in two trims: 3.5 S and 3.5 SV. A 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine powers the front wheels via a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Standard safety fare includes; traction control, stability control, dual-stage front airbags, front seat side-impact airbags, full-length overhead curtain airbags, front seat active head restraints, and a tire pressure monitor. Available technology includes a voice-activated navigation system, rear camera, dual-panel moonroof, XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather, and a 9.3 GB Music Box hard drive.

The Maxima carries on for 2011 with minimal changes.