2020 Nissan Maxima

What Is the 2020 Nissan Maxima?

The five-seat, front-wheel-drive Maxima is Nissan’s flagship sedan, slotting above the Altima in the Japanese automaker’s lineup. Power comes from a standard 300-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine that works with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Competitors include the Acura TLX and Volvo S60. 

What’s New on the 2020 Nissan Maxima?

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is now standard. The suite of active safety features includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic braking, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and high-beam assist. 

What Features in the 2020 Nissan Maxima Are Most Important?

The Maxima’s new standard active safety features are a welcome addition, and they join standard comfort and convenience features like a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, dual-zone automatic air conditioning and push-button start. Available upscale features include a heated steering wheel, dual-panel panoramic moonroof, Bose premium stereo, semi-aniline leather upholstery, heated and cooled front seats, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera system.  

Should I Buy the 2020 Nissan Maxima?

The Maxima’s powerful V-6 engine is one of its key selling points, and a differentiator from the Altima. However, the Maxima’s interior isn’t quite as premium as it needs to be when you consider its price, and the backseat isn’t particularly roomy.