2004 Nissan Maxima Overview

Nissan Maxima

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(4.1) 43 reviews
MSRP: $1,891–$8,115
Body Style: Sedan
Combined MPG: 23-24
Engine: 265-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (premium)
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
Transmission: 5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

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Our Take on the 2004 Nissan Maxima

Our Take

By Cars.com Editors

For its sixth generation in the U.S. marketplace, Nissan's front-wheel-drive flagship gets a stronger VQ engine and a new Skyview roof that features a narrow glass panel running lengthwise between the front and rear seats. A new Elite Package includes a fixed, full center console that allows... Read Full Report

What We Like

Sporty handling
Stability
Five-speed-automatic operation
Resale value

What We Don't Like

Road noise

Notable Features

265-hp V-6
Automatic or manual transmission
Optional four-passenger version
New Skyview roof

Reviews

Our Expert Reviews

By Jason Stein

Don't consider this a quiz as much as a good ol' fashioned jog of the brain: Quickly now, what ever happened to the Nissan Maxima? You remember the Maxima, right? It was the sedan signified by . . . (We'll wait for the response.) OK. Wasn't it the one that had the unique . . . (Still waiting.) To be fair, you couldn't be blamed if you forgot about the Nissan Maxima... Read full review for the 2004 Nissan Maxima

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Consumer Reviews

4.1

Average based on 43 reviews

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My Second Max

by Maxima Fan from Waynesville, MO on December 22, 2010

I bought my 95' Maxima with 171,000 miles on it. 5 spd of course. I like the manual shifts because the engines last longer. Now I just bought an 04 with 67,736 miles on it. It has all the creature com... Read Full Review

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