What Is the 2022 Nissan Maxima?
The five-seat, front-wheel-drive Maxima is Nissan’s flagship sedan, slotting above the Altima in the Japanese automaker’s lineup. Three trim levels are offered: SV, SR and Platinum. All are powered by a 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 2022 Nissan Maxima?
The top-of-the-line Platinum trim level gains heated rear seats this year.
What Features in the 2022 Nissan Maxima Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
- Satellite radio
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear automatic braking
- Adaptive cruise control
Available features include:
- Heated steering wheel
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-panel panoramic moonroof
- Bose premium stereo
- 360-degree camera system
- Power rear sunshade
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Sport-tuned suspension (SR)
Should I Buy the 2022 Nissan Maxima?
The Maxima’s powerful V-6 engine is one of its key selling points, and a differentiator from the Altima. The Maxima’s interior, however, isn’t quite as premium as it needs to be when you consider its price, and the backseat isn’t very roomy.
