2011 Nissan Maxima review

The large sedan is making a comeback these days and the Nissan Maxima succeeds because it doesn’t equate lots of interior space to whalelike exterior dimensions, making it enjoyable to drive.

It has sporty ambitions, despite the fact that it's a front-wheel-drive car that packs a continuously variable automatic transmission. The Maxima is also comfortable and well-equipped, and some trims have extremely competitive pricing.

While 2011 versions of the full-size four-door are now hitting dealerships, we tested the virtually identical 2010 version.

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Suggested maximum speed in each gear
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the ...

Drive belt
MR20DE model 1. Automatic tensioner 2. Generator 3. Water pump 4. Air conditioner compressor (with A/C) or Idler pulley (without A/C) 5. Crankshaft pulley QR25DE model 1. Crankshaft p ...

Engine compartment check locations
QR25DE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Fuse/Fusible l ...