2001 Nissan Maxima: Overview

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2001 Nissan Maxima 

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  • MSRP: $21,249 -$27,649
  • Invoice: $19,430 -$24,791

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Pros

  • Acceleration
  • Steering/handling
  • Ride

Cons

  • Manual shift action

Vehicle Highlights

Nissan's flagship sedan offers base GXE, sporty SE, and luxury GLE models. All have a V6 engine of 222 hp, or, in SE Anniversary Edition models, 227. GLE comes only with automatic transmission; the other models offer manual or automatic. ABS is standard, front side airbags are optional. Traction control is available on all but the GXE. Anniversary Editions add a limited-slip differential, lower-body "aero" kit, and some aluminum interior trim, plus 17-inch wheels versus 16s on GLE and the regular SE, 15s on the GXE. Steering-wheel audio controls are newly standard for SE/GLE, optional for GXE.

COMPETITION

Perennial Best Buys Honda Accord and Toyota Camry continue to shine with refinement, model diversity, and comfort. Both come in coupe and sedan forms, offer economic 4-cylinder or sporty V6 power, have room for four adults, and are reasonably priced.

Recommended models include the smooth Chevrolet Impala, the import-flavored Chevy Malibu, the sporty Nissan Maxima, surprising Olds Intrigue, and the good-looking Pontiac Grand Prix. All come with V6 power, offer lots of standard equipment, and have pleasing road manners that will suit a variety of driving styles. We've also added the Ford Taurus and clone Mercury Sable to our Recommended list.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category GXE, auto. Rating Midsize Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 4.9
Fuel Economy 6 5.4
Ride Quality 6 5.3
Steering/Handling/Braking 5 5.1
Quietness 6 5.2
Controls 8 6
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 5.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 5 4.1
Cargo Room 4 4.5
Value within Class 7 5.8
Total Score: 60 51.8

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