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2006 Nissan Maxima

2006 Nissan Maxima
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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Midsize Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 6
MPG: 20/28-29 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.5L V6 265HP



Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.4
Exterior: 4.5
Interior: 4.3
Overall: 4.2

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2006 Nissan Maxima Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2006 Nissan Maxima

  1. Amazing V6 engine
  2. Roominess
  3. Exterior style
  4. Sound system
  5. Heated steering wheel

Top 5 Cons of 2006 Nissan Maxima

  1. Self-locking doors
  2. Lighted garage controls
  3. Remove cassette deck
  4. Radio controls on wheel protruding
  5. Turning radius

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Submitted 2009-08-17 15:44:16


 Ellison

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
265 hp.
Very nice ride.
Decent gas mileage.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
87 unleaded instead of premium.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
I am very happy with my Maxima. It is stylish and comfortable. I think I will enjoy this car for years to come. I am very happy with my purchase.

Submitted 2009-07-29 20:26:30


 J Surat

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Speed.
Luxury.
Lights on the back of the car.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Make's a rattling noise when starting the car while it sits for a while (overnight). Lasts for 30-45 sec.
Display screen could look better.
Turn radius.
Wish it took 87 gas.
Poor customer service and I will NEVER GET A NISSAN AGAIN..

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Overall the Maxima is a good car but Nissan will never get my business again. I Just purchased a used 2006 SE with only 45,000 miles on it and the tires were sold bald but he sales manager and service manager claims that it will pass inspection in Oct. We will see. Haven't had the car for 2 months and I'm already experiencing problems with the car. The rattling noise stated above I'm just not understanding. Dropped it off at the dealership for 4 days and when I picked up back up it made the same noise when my car was brought to me. NISSAN IS HORRIBLE AND I CAN'T WAIT TO GET RID OF THE CAR ALREADY...

Submitted 2009-07-19 01:10:02


 monica

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
I like the smooth drive and the power it has.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
It would be nice and cheaper if it ran on regular unleaded gas.
If they made the headlights tougher plastic so they wouldn't get so ugly looking.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
I have had my car since Oct. 2005. I had a new catalytic converter put in my vehicle 4 months ago and have replaced my car battery once a yr since I've had it. I replaced all the fan belts because they were cracked. I only have 45,000 miles and now my transmission is being replaced. I don't think they are making cars to last these days. I am disappointed and may not ever buy another Nissan and that's all I've for the past 20 yrs.

Submitted 2007-11-06 18:56:18


 fabulousb2003

 

Performance:

1

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
the body style

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
better tire

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
i purchased my maxima in march 2007, i had a oil change done and come to find out i have cracked threads on all four tires. I just had a blow out on one fo the tires and almost lost control of my car. I hate nissan i can't wait unitl i can get out of this car. NISSAN SUCKS THEY DON'T CARE ABOUT THE CONSUMER. They put the cheapest tires on their cars and don't want to replace them, they only have a year warranty on the tires and you better be the person that purchased the car or you will be like me ass out and have to buy more tire because i brought a used car with only 20,000 miles on it. Buying Nissan was a big mistake i am taking my business to Toyota.

Submitted 2007-07-22 23:17:17


 mclaughlinj

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Style and performance

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Interior; problem with door panels wrinkling. Steering wheel vibration.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Beautiful car. Fun to drive, however I am frustrated with the listed issues.

Submitted 2007-06-01 13:45:20


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Very fast and sporty, the 8 speaker BOSE system.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Turning Radius and the car seems to jerk when you have it in cruise control.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Just test drive it. The car speaks for itself.

Submitted 2007-03-15 03:06:23


 collingwood

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Great engine, roominess, comfort.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Shorter turning radius

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
A much better car then the Caddie CTS that it replaced

Submitted 2006-12-22 23:58:55


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Performance, Styling, Chassis engineering

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Display, Turn radius, HVAC control computer is irritating.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Display unreadable in sunlight, doors lock me out, battery goes dead if left undriven a week, auto transmission is vague, HVAC control is inflexible. All controls need to be usable without looking at them.

Submitted 2006-12-16 18:33:35


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Performace, comfort, sound system

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Improve turning radius, Regular gas,Offer All wheel drive.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Great performance, Overall Gas mileage is closer to 20. Had a 2001 Maxima SE, no comparison, the 2006 is a total improvement over the 2001. Was considering a 2006 Toyota Avalon(nice car), but after a test ride I went with the Maxima SL Mostly because of the performance factor.

Submitted 2006-11-22 16:40:07


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Move the buttons for the heated seats.

Submitted 2006-10-14 18:15:27


 kironlo

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

2
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
great engine/ hauls ass

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
sky view should actually open

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
outstanding car

Submitted 2006-08-08 19:08:36


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
excelent

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
driving

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
good

Submitted 2006-07-30 08:42:04


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Maxima stands on its own. No other car in its class can match Maxima's engine performance, handling, styling, build-quality and luxury.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
My only complaint is its turning radius. Maybe the next generation needs to be RWD with AWD option.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Maxima is a fine machine with top of the line performance without the price tag of luxury brands.

Submitted 2006-06-11 07:29:55


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
styling, reliable, ride, creature comforts

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
better placement of cruise control indicator lights on console.

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
best car ever owned, alot of thought and design went into this vechicle

Submitted 2006-04-29 09:06:21


 marcosquiroz

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Great power

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Turning radius/too much torque steer/

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Overall a wonderful Machine

Submitted 2006-03-13 22:40:46


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
beautiful exterior;amazingV6engine

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
self-locking doors;improve turning radius, improve lower heating vents on drivers side

Submitted 2006-03-06 17:09:48


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Powerful

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
throtle tip in (throtle response too delayed)

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
Love it

Submitted 2006-01-02 13:18:33


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
the styling/performance

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
none

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
not only was this car more affordable than its competitors, but the quality was outstanding. this car can really get up and go. i would consider this is you want more out of a vehicle than just a daily commuter. it will instill a passion for driving

Submitted 2006-01-02 13:18:17


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
265 hp; ROOMY interior; Power convenience feature - tilt/telescoping wheel, folding mirrors; Heated steering wheel; Sirius radio; Handling; Braking; Styling
Suggested Improvements: Not a big fan of the

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
Not a big fan of the front grill; Lighted garage door opener controls; dump the cassette deck

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
I compared the Maxima, Acura TL, Accord, and G35. It came down to the Maxima and TL. For a comparably equipped car, the TL was about $2000 more. I loved the way of them drove, so I picked the Maxima becuase it was a little bit more roomy and cheaper. I really like this car. The power and luxury (I got all the bells and whistles) combo is great. I have had no initial quality problems and don't expect to have any. I find this car to be a great highway cruiser, but the real fun is how it performs on winding back roads. The acceleration, handling and braking are excellent. I don't see what all the fuss is about torque steer. 265 hp with front wheel drive is pushing the limits (but fun)

Submitted 2006-01-02 13:17:55


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Nissan Maxima?
GPS System, Sound system, memory seat position.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Nissan Maxima?
none that I can think of

2006 Nissan Maxima Review:
I have driven Nissan's for 15 years....Pathfinders, 300ZX, Altima, and now a new Maxima..what a dream. Handles like a sportscar, but appointed and comfortable like a luxury sedan. While I miss a manual shift, the tip-tonic is fun, although it is easier just to use the drive selection in auto. Decent mileage, large tank and regular gas make it very affordable to run for this type of car.

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