2014 Nissan Maxima Virtual Test-drive | New Jersey

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2014 Nissan Maxima 

Despite Nissan's push to consider the current-generation Maxima as a "4-Door Sports Car," it's proven to be more of a stylish, luxurious alternative larger mainstream sedans, rather than a dynamic one. Calling it a luxury sedan with a few sporty tendencies may be closer to the truth, as the Maxima chooses comfort of and refined driving feel over the ability to toss the car around turns. That's not a bad exchange, though, especially if you're looking for a car with flowing, unique design, an upscale interior and a long list of features.

At the base level, the 2014 Nissan Maxima does really maximize the number of standard conveniences (like a power moonroof, power front seats, and Intelligent Key entry and starting), as well as optional extras. But if adding many of those extras, you should be aware that some of the most desirable ones come only by stepping up to the more expensive SV model. New for last year was an SV Value Package that adds nine-speaker Bose audio, satellite radio, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and heated outside mirrors. The Sport Package has also been enhanced with a seven-inch monitor, iPod/USB connectivity, a rearview monitor, and a climate-controlled driver's seat. A Dark Hyper Silver wheel finish (from last year's Limited Edition Package) was new as well.

Compared to most other front-wheel-drive sedans, the Maxima feels edgier and more fun to drive when the road turns tight and curvy. It's a sporty calibration, with a firm ride, yet at the same time it's supple enough to keep passengers content. The standard front seats are good, although the better-bolstered ones you get with the Sport Package will be a welcome upgrade to some. The back seat is officially good for three, but it's really just good for two adults and headroom can be a bit tight compared to other sedans this size. Interior detailing is superb and really luxury-caliber, with soft leather and carefully coordinated trims. But the Maxima might not meet all of family shoppers' requirements: While its feature set is strong for safety, 'acceptable' ratings in the IIHS roof strength test have kept the Maxima from the top tier.

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