Interior: http://www.autonews.com/files/2003_d...a/maxima10.jpg

 

 

Sweet interior but come on everytime I look at that body I feel like to puke

 

I love that bronze one. Me like new Max!!!!

 

I agree with you, I bet the sales on the 03's pick up when people see that thing. that first pix with the side profile really doesnt do it any justice at all.

 

I wonder if the HIDS are safer on this one from theft

 

nice series of pics, but...



the whole thing looks horrible...the dash setup looks like a file cabinet with a monitor! its boring, bland and cheap, reminds me of something you'd buy at Sharper Image! the exterior is a whole other pile of puke...look at the body shape is sooooo unappealing and "non-sporty". I know they want to mix the Z and Maxima, but the result looks HIDEOUS....the rear is horrid and stubby, IMO the last REAL Maxima died in '03!!!

 

Who figures out a way to get rid of that ugly "tooth" on the front should get a Nobel Prize!

I like everything about it but that freakin' "tooth"!!!!! (okay, maybe I'm obsessing here...).



All I can say is that Nissan is going to have to offer AWD and/or LOTS more performance to even tempt me to trade in my 2k1 SE on one.

 

doe this mean it only seats 4???

 

Engine doesnt look like it's mounted for RWD?

 

I think the other drive train option is AWD...it can be done even with a transversely mounted motor as long as there is room for the driveshaft.

 

Well, I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that it will look better in person than in the photos... The new Altima, G35, and Murano were not as bad looing as I thought they would be, so I'm guessing the new Maxima will be about the same way

By the way - is it me or does that interior shot tell us it's a 2+2

Can't wait to see it in person when it comes to Chicago!!!

 

Your right I am looking at a Murano Brochure and that Steering wheel is from the Murano and the dash design is very similiar to the Muranos and the Alti and Z are sort of similiar. It looks good in the Z and Alti but in the Murano I saw at the dealer yuck.

 

Who figures out a way to get rid of that ugly "tooth" on the front should get a Nobel Prize!

I like everything about it but that freakin' "tooth"!!!!! (okay, maybe I'm obsessing here...).



All I can say is that Nissan is going to have to offer AWD and/or LOTS more performance to even tempt me to trade in my 2k1 SE on one.

 

Uhhh, this could be the weirdest looking car nissan has ever produced. Anyone know any other car that looks so insanely crazy as this beast?

 

The more I see the more I like it... but the tooth has to go. With an aftermarket mesh grill it may look good.

 

In the world of every car looks the same........different is probably better. The car has a nice shape. Having said that the tooth must go.

 

i have a feeling there won't be a 6spd since this car might be after a diffrent market. But i could be wrong

i like the idea of 2+2 seating. but that's where my it ends for me

 

whats a maxima w/ out a manual trans? thats the maximas specialty. but who knows , nissan has been doin some crazy stuff lately. i like it more after i have seen more of those pics

 

Still don't like it. It would look a whole lot better this way though...

 

Info on the 2004 Maxima

It pretty much says its gonna be 260+ hp, with an elite package where it has a 2 seat backseat (but thats just an option). It does not talk about AWD anywhere in that document.

I looks decent to me and the interior looks really good.

 

And Here is one of the new Titan!

 

More Titan!

 

I really like this truck!

 

its a turtle!

 

here is the new quest

 

WoW!
Nissan to unveil all-new Maxima

The all-new 2004 Nissan Maxima continues the formula passed down from five previous generations - an unmatched blend of performance and luxury. The sixth generation Maxima combines traditional Maxima performance with expressive sports styling and bold innovation to create a top-of-the-line sports sedan.

An aggressive new exterior design captures the characteristics of a performance car and a luxury sedan all in one, with a chiseled, muscular shape and pronounced character lines. Inside, the expressive design theme continues. Standard on all models is an industry-first Skyview™ Roof, which creates an open environment for front and rear passengers while maintaining a solid roof structure. An optional Elite Package 4-seat layout gives the interior a distinctive sports car-like design, further separating Maxima from its competitors.

One thing that has not changed is Maxima's legendary performance. Maxima is powered by the award-winning VQ 3.5-liter engine, increased in 2004 to 260-plus horsepower. An all-new multi-link independent rear suspension provides superior handling and increased ride comfort. The 2004 Maxima is scheduled to go on sale in March 2003 at more than 1,100 Nissan dealers nationwide. Highlights of the 2004 Maxima include:

Body

Completely new, aggressive exterior designed to bolster Maxima's sporty image
Chiseled, muscular shape with pronounced character lines and distinctive C-pillar design adds a sport coupe-like silhouette
Nissan signature styling cues have been adopted in the hood and grille
Auto on/off xenon headlights standard on 3.5 SL (optional on 3.5 SE)
18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with V-rated 245/45R18 tires, standard on the 3.5 SE
All-new FF-L (front engine, front-wheel drive large) platform adopted for Maxima increases torsional rigidity 40%
Dual exhaust with four ports and chrome finishers
Chrome-colored accents on roof moldings
UV reducing solar glass
Eight exterior colors

Engine and Driveline

3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 producing 260-plus horsepower and 250-plus lb-ft torque
Engine features include electronic throttle, silent timing chain, microfinished camshaft and crankshaft surfaces, molybdenum coated pistons, resin intake collector, digital knock control system, cross flow coolant pattern and higher capacity muffler
Platinum-tipped spark plugs with 100,000-mile maintenance intervals
6-speed close ratio manual transmission optional on 3.5 SE models
Gated 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode standard on 3.5 SE
4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with gated shifter standard on 3.5 SL
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS) available on all A/T models
Available Helical Limited-Slip Differential (3.5 SE manual)

Suspension, Steering and Braking

Independent strut front suspension with coil springs and stabilizer bar
All-new multi-link independent rear suspension for superior handling and ride comfort
4-wheel power-assisted disc brakes, standard 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels - 7-spoke on 3.5 SL - with P225/55R17 tires
Standard 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P245/45R18 tires on 3.5 SE

Interior Features

Five-passenger seating with luxury cloth or leather-appointed seats and 60/40 split fold-down rear bench with lock
Optional Elite Package with 4-passenger seating layout with two rear bucket seats, rear console design resembles front console, includes power rear sunshade and cargo pass-through
Standard 8-way power driver's seat (4-way power passenger seat on 3.5 SL) with entry/exit feature (A/T only)
240-watt 8-speaker audio system with AM/FM/cassette/CD with steering wheel-mounted controls on 3.5 SE
320-watt 8-speaker BoseÒ premium audio system with AM/FM/cassette/6-disc in-dash CD changer, speed-sensitive auto volume control and RDS radio function standard on 3.5 SL
Available Nissan Navigation System with 3-D Birdview™ 7.0-inch display
Heated front seats on 3.5 SL (available on 3.5 SE)
Dual zone air conditioning with automatic temperature control and rear vents
Center display that provides HVAC, audio system and trip computer functions in one central location

Safety and Security

Standard dual-stage air bags with seat belt sensors and front seat side-impact supplemental air bags and curtain side-impact supplemental air bags
Front-seat active head restraints, 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver's seat ELR only) including rear center position
Front seat belts with adjustable upper anchors with pretensioners and load limiters
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat anchors and tether system
Emergency inside trunk-release

Models and Manufacturing

Offered in two models: 3.5 SE and 3.5 SL
Exterior and interior designed at Nissan Technical Center (NTC) in Atsugi, Japan
Assembled for the first time in the United States at the award-winning Nissan North America Manufacturing Smyrna & Decherd Tennessee Plant

 

I love the '04 max. Now if only Nissan keeps the price somewhat reasonable.

That truck though...boring! That's gonna flop. Even the Toyota Tundra (Toyotas are pretty boring) looks much better. However I do like that 5.6L sign on the engine. I wonder how much power it generates.

The Quest! That thing is hideous! What's up with the dash???

 

Phew...at least the Max won't be the only ugly POS Nissan unveils today...they need a new Fox special, "When Auto Designers Take Crack" Why Nissan, why??

 

and on top of it, its a FWD???? The only cool thing is the 4 seat package, other than that its nothing special. Oh and good luck trying to add a stereo to this thing.

I think ill keep my 4th gen till they get this right, if ever

 

18" rims!!! 245??? wholy crap... that's some serious potential performance and handling insinuated in those options!!

So long SE, GXE, GLE?? now it's SE, SL?

More horsepower lies from Nissan, maybe this time the engine truly produces the stated power.


Two auto trannies!! One is more of a tragedy than the other.. can't wait to drive the 5-spd auto... we all know what the 6-spd and the 4-spd feels like..


I would think much of the new hp and torque comes just from the new exhaust setup.. engine bay looks the same.

Can't believe the Max will have 18's... std. on the SE..wow

 

that thing looks phat! Keep your car till it rusts into the earth, I'll be enjoying the new max in the meantime!

 

The text says that the new Skyview roof is standard on all models, yet these PICs seem to show a basic moonroof. What's that about?

DW

 

I also find the following interesting:

1. It's interesting that the SL comes standard with a 320w stereo while the SE has the 240w unit, both with 8 speakers ( dual subs? ).

2. They are also adding an Infiniti item within the optional Elite Package - auto sunshade.

3. Xenon headlights are optional on SE.