1999 Nissan Maxima Review (continued)
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Summary

The Nissan Maxima is a capable and rewarding car you can enjoy over a long haul. It's quiet and relaxing to drive. It carries five people in comfort. It's comfortable on long trips. And it has a reputation for solid reliability.

Order the Maxima SE and you've got a real sports sedan.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:
Engines:	3.0-liter dohc 24v V6
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	Dual front airbags
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Oppama, Japan

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	SE
Standard Equipment:	Air conditioning, four-wheel disc brakes, tilt-steering, automatic transmission, remote fuel door release, power door locks, mirrors, and windows, fog lights, in-dash CD player, cruise control, intermittent wipers, aluminum wheels, rear spoiler
Options As Tested (MSRP):	Four-speed automatic transmission ($1000), power driver's seat, keyless remote entry with garage door opening, alarm, variable wipers ($1690), anti-lock brakes ($499), traction control ($299), Bose AM/FM CD/Cassette stereo ($899), floor mats ($79), front-seat side airbags ($449)
Destination Charge:
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	28934
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	190 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	205 @ 4000
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	21/28
Wheelbase:	106.3
Length/width/height:	189.4/69.7/55.7
Track, f/r:	59.8/59.1
Turning circle:	34.8
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	40.1/54.3/43.9
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	37.4/55.9/34.3
Cargo volume:	14.5
Payload:
Towing capacity:	1000
Suspension, f:	Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:	Beam axle, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:	3072
Tires:	P215/55-16
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc
Fuel capacity:	18.5