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Summary
The 2002 Maxima offers roomy, comfortable accommodations for four and a big trunk. This is a car for people who want performance and functionality.Nissan didn't design this car for the lowest common denominator. Its projected volume of 100,000 is less than a third of annual Accord, Camry or Ford Taurus sales. While Camrys are usually purchased with the family in mind, Maximas are often bought for the driver. And while most Accords are sold with four-cylinder engines, all Maximas are fitted with the powerful V6. With the introduction of a much bigger Altima this year, look for the Maxima to continue to move upscale and serve as Nissan's flagship.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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GXE ($24,699), SE ($25,449), GLE ($27,099) |
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Engines:
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3.5.-liter dohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, active head restraints, inside trunk release latch, child safety seat anchors, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, electronic brake force distribution and brake assist |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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front side-impact airbags, traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Oppama, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Maxima SE ($25,449) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, antilock brakes with four-wheel discs, center console, cargo net, cruise control, remote keyless entry, HomeLink universal transceiver, automatic on/off Xenon headlights, AM/FM with cassette and CD player, eight-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar support, tilt steering column; SE adds fog lights, chrome-finish exhaust, titanium-tint faced gauges, rear spoiler, leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with audio controls, sport-tuned suspension, 225/50VR17 six-spoke alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather trim package ($1,499) includes leather seating surfaces, automatic air conditioning, four-way power passenger seat with front memory seats; power glass sunroof ($899); Bose audio system ($1,099); 4-speed automatic transmission (no charge) |
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Destination Charge:
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540 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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29486 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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255 @ 5800 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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256 @ 4400 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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191.5/70.3/56.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.8/59.1 |
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Turning circle:
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40.0 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.5/55.3/44.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.4/53.7/36.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.1 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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multi-link beam |
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Ground clearance:
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5.9 |
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Curb weight:
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3236 |
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Tires:
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P225/50VR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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18.5 |
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