2004 Nissan Maxima

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  • With the 2004 upscale redesign, does the Maxima make sense again?

    Jul 28 '03
    Pros: Powertrain, distinctive styling, room
    Cons: Flappable chassis, artificial steering feel, unsporting seats, controls

    Summary: Although I had found the Maxima great fun in previous years, a test drive of the 2003 (my review can be found he re) found it terribly dated. The suspension in particular lacked the composure that has come to ... read more

  • Monty420

    Jul 29 '07
    Pros: Power,Handling,Exterior,INTERIOR(and no its not complicated)
    Cons: TorqueSteer (which i have noticed on all front wheel cars)

    Summary: Its an amazing car.. ive had it for about 3 months, no problems at all, I test drove the acura TL, G35, Camry and the 300c. First of the TL, it felt like an accord and the interior isnt as appealing, legroom is non existent for the rear passengers unless ... read more

  • Gorgeous Exterior, Great Powertrain, So So Interior,

    May 17 '05
    Pros: Wonderful exterior, better suspension, power
    Cons: interior

    Summary: I'm a previous owner of the 2002 Maxima SE so I can provide some comparisons. Two negatives with the 2002 Maxima have been addressed in the this Maxima, rear end styling and rear suspension. The interior, however, was a clear downgrade. Pros: ... read more

  • Do not buy this car

    Sep 12 '04
    Pros: Impressive styling Awesome engine
    Cons: Rides like a freight train, and sounds almost like one too.

    Summary: I bought this car because of its flashy looks and nice interior. These are plusses. However, the horrible ride, sub-par handling, and other small annoyances make the car almost unbearable. During the 10 minute testdrive I didn't notice that the drive ... read more

  • The Max is Back!!

    Jun 23 '04
    Pros: Nissan again defined the Sport Sedan category, without trying to compete with BMW or Acura.
    Cons: Pretty gadget happy - lots of buttons and other controls.

    Summary: My early impressions, which I will update later, as needed: OVERVIEW This new Maxima offers an amazing amount of content, or features, for the money. Yes, it is a lot of money, and yes, Nissan has done their homework. Carrying the tradition ... read more

  • 2004 Maxima from an A33 Maxima owner's viewpoint

    May 14 '04
    Pros: Legroom, Amenities, Off the line acceleration, Headlights, Ride Quality
    Cons: Price, Tires, Headroom

    Summary: As one reviewer mentioned, this version (A34) is the 6th generation of the Nissan Maxima. Like the A33 (2000-2003), the styling definitely has to grow on you. The rear lines of the car are quite attractive. The design actually flows nicely from that ... read more

  • It's No BMW, But Edgy Styling And Strong Performance Make The Maxima A Contender

    Feb 21 '04
    Pros: World-class engine, strong performance, "new-for-2015" styling inside and out, confident demeanor.
    Cons: Front-drive layout limits ultimate handling ability, artificial steering feel, imperfect ergonomics and shifter feel.

    Summary: My Experience I test-drove a Nissan Maxima SE 6-speed at a local dealership. My test drive lasted about half an hour and covered city streets, freeways, and a huge empty parking lot that served as an impromptu autocross course. ... read more

  • 04 Maxima rattles in the cold

    Nov 14 '03
    Pros: looks great, comfortable, powerful engine
    Cons: interior rattles, needed transmission replaced, poor quality

    Summary: I purchased a new 04 Maxima in July and I have had several problems with the car. On my drive home from the dealership, I noticed that the car would not shift smoothly into third gear and would grind if trying to shift above 3000 rpm. After being told to ... read more

  • New Maxima

    Nov 10 '03
    Pros: New styling and roomier interior. High horsepower engine.
    Cons: Engine problems.

    Summary: I recently purchased a new (2004)Maxima. The commercials suckered me in to taking a closer look at a dealership and the dealer worked him magic and BAM, I am driving a new Maxima. I will try to give you a honest review. I have had a couple of problems ... read more

  • Great car, gets the looks, got the reputation!

    Oct 07 '03
    Pros: LOOKS LOOKS LOOKS, stylish and modern interior, power, reputation of the engine
    Cons: Bose system could be better, but that's about it so far!

    Summary: I've owned this car just over a month, and I'm very very pleased with it so far. For starters, the look of the car is completely different from any past Maxima models, so different in fact that people have trouble figuring out what it is, especially sinc ... read more

  • 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA: A Fine Car in the Middle of an Identity Crisis

    May 10 '03
    Pros: Upscale looks, powerful engine, comfortable and attractive interior.
    Cons: Noticeable torque steer, small dash buttons. Body roll in turns (SL model)

    Summary: The Nissan Maxima has come a long way. For 2004, this will be the sixth generation for the car. It has evolved from a compact family car to a sporty, yet luxurious people mover. The previous generation Maxima was criticized for having funky ... read more

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  • 2004 Nissan Maxima

    Dec 28 '04
    Pros: Engine, acceleration, handling, looks
    Cons: Torque steer, lack of standard heated mirrors

    Summary: I leased a new 2004 Maxima SE and have have driven 4000 flawless miles. No problems. The Maxima's 3.5 V-6 engine is amazing; quiet, smooth and POWERFUL. The Maxima can move. It is steady as a rock at 100+ mph. It has tremendous handling capability.

  • Looks more expensive then it is!

    Oct 06 '04
    Pros: strong 3.5 V6, no body roll, nice lines, huge truck
    Cons: road noise

    Summary: One of the first things someone told me when I was showing off at work and telling them what I paid was that "it looks a lot more expensive then what you paid." I bought the SE with the 6 speed transmission. It was hard to find with the options that we

  • Love my 04 Maxima SL

    May 13 '04
    Pros: Great body, lots of trunk space, very roomy interior, comfy seats, kickin stereo!
    Cons: The windshield wiper knob are too sensitive, shifting seems a little fast for an automatic.

    Summary: Great Sexy Looks, Comfy seats, great stereo! I drive 85 miles round trip to work and I never get tired of driving. This is my first automatic car but I love the new shifting option- it's great for speed on the freeway! I honestly have no complaints.

  • 2004 MAXIMA SE

    Oct 27 '03
    Pros: SEXY LOOKS , PERFORMANCE, 5 SPEED AUTO, NAV SYSTEM - HEATED SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL
    Cons: Nav system complicated - road noise and wind noise

    Summary: GREAT BANG FOR THE BUCK - FULLY LOADED WITH NAV AND STILL UNDER 33K - LOOKED AT EVERY BMW AUDI LEXUS CADILLAC MB JAG - NO BETTER CAR FOR THE MONEY - JOURNEY PKG - BLACK ON BLACK SE WITH THE 18' RIMS

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