I went from a 04 Maxima with a auto 5 speed to an 07 with a CVT. I really lke the CVT, but there is a learning curve on how to drive it. But all in all i like it alot beter than the Auto in the 04. I was just wondering how everyone else feels...

 

I like to shift my gears man

 

Yes, but too bad thats not an option....

 

I drove my friend's 2010 Altima with CVT. I like it personally and the car can be put into a pseudo manual mode.I like the manual mode to control down shifting sometimes.

 

Driving a CVT is a bit different from a auto IMO. You really have to adjust the pressure you put on the gas pedal depending on how it's running. For example, I start out light and then put more pressure until I feel that it's trying to stall. Then let go of the pressure a bit just to get it going again.

Overall, test this theory for yourself and it does take a little bit of practice to get it right. People bash on the CVT a lot but, it really isn't all that bad when it comes down to it. It actually accelerates faster then an auto.

 

Not many people like the CVT, I actually like it. I would probably would buy another one.

No Issues here, I am not a racer or fast driver per say, I like to cruise.

 

You got a 07? Congrats man that's really awesome welcome to the 6.5 club. You know...like your typical 6th Genner will bash on the cvt bc there jealous they don't have one but you my freind just bought a very nice reliable peice of technology. Also I know it's not like a true Stick shift but you do still get the down shift feel and trust me it's fun to here that cvt wind up when you accelerate. Have fun with it sir. What color and what trim package did you get?

 

I like the CVT. Much smoother and I like the way it feels when you accelerate. Drove an altima with a standard auto which had more Hp when we bought the 08 and the Maxima felt like it had better acceleration even with the hp penalty.

Having said that, I do think Nissan missed the boat with some people that really want a stick shift!

 

Only driven the CVT on the 2.5 Altimas and it was horrible didn't like that lag when you step on the gas.....the maximas might be better more power I suppose...

 

Cvt is so smooth and reliable compared to the 04-06's. I use 93 gas & full synthetic oil and it's the best car I ever owned so far

 

i drove a cvt loaner max, i hated it.. i was stuck on watching that needle sit 500 rpm under redline, and didn't like the constant noise. i sounded like my jetskii, and if you put exhaust on it, it would sound worse... like a loud jetskii.

total nissan fail... cvt in a car for enthusiast is like an oxymoron..

cvt should be reserved for economy cars, not sport/performance cars. its not in the spirit of motoring..

however, if you bought the max for luxury and looks and are not interested in performance, then i'd say its a great buy and a good car, but for me and others like me? fail... I know those reasons are the target audience for nissan but its stupid. unless Nissan steps up their game, and produces a 300+ HP AWD 3.7L maxima, this is the last one i will own. my next car is going to be a 2011 G37x. very dissapointed in Nissan progress with our cars.. its like they decided to shelf any design plans and concentrate on their idiotic leaf and econo cars

 

This is funny you say... i thought you had a CVT in your max?? And my friend the CVT stands up to any auto out there. I have noticed that Its more responsive than an auto in some aspects, and you don't get any shift lag. though when you do use it is "auto/manual' i feel the shift oints could be a little more spaced out..
2007 nissan se, fully loaded, no nav

 

nope, i have the 5at. And yeah you could be right. It makes sence that the cvt could accelerate faster than the other transmissions because it can hold the torque in the same place. AND they are more reliable. it is a better transmission hands down...

but still... i'd rather not have one. sounds weird i know. its kinda the same reason people buy manual transmissions when there are automatics out there. it much nicer to be able to sit back with some coffee and cruize in total luxury, but that kills the spirit of performance driving. the cvt is another step above the auto in that respect.

 

I got the CVT because i actually enjoy Nissan vehicles, had a 88, 96, and now 08. I got it because of the styling and their performance. Glad I didnt get an 04-06 though, that tranny thing would have made me madd

 

yeah, i lucked out with my car, the cvt will last you guys forever.

I avoided cvt because i wanted to leave my options open for F/I and didn't want to be the first one to put a turbo on a cvt. glad i did too because im getting one in march! i still need to beef up my trans tho like churnmax did

 

The 2007-2008 cvt kicks butt when all said is done. Performace is there, Reliability is there. I had a 2000 Maxima SE before driving this CVT. Yeah sure you miss the shift feel, but you get over that really fast once you own this car. You learn to master the cvt and all say it again, it kicks butt!!!!

 

Its all preference I guess.

I like the 07-08 front end and interior better,,,,but didnt care for the CVT.

I was lucky enough to find an 06 with only 26,000 miles on it for a great price.

I did buy the 100k mile extended warranty to cover my azz on the trans though !!!

 

Smart buy on that warranty

 

Cvt sucks *** ... thats just me doe

 

I love my cvt 08 se .... Maybe because its my daily driver and i dont race the car ..... I previously owned a 330ci 5spd and race an 08 maxima and only won by a half car length ... At that time i was impressed by the maxima .... Cvt def better then auto and still can be used in manual mode for what its worth

 

well, you maxima lovers will either like it, or be forced to.

 

Deff agree

 

Reliability over the previous 5speed is there. But there should have been a optional 6speed

 

you do know that when you floor it and push it little more then you feel like you pushed a bottom which is under the padel and it start shifting like an auto when it hits the redline around 6500 rpm

 

The CVT is a "6 speed".

 

wtf? speak english.

 

All I have to say about the CVT is: 10 year/ 120k mile warranty is the shiznit.

 

ive gotten used to the CVT and lack of shifting, did take a lil while but now that im used to it i love it. if you floor it you'll ball out or can cruise 1800 rpms 80 mph not making a sound. 10 year warranty dont hurt either...

 

Amen to that

 

hahahahahah... HEY, be nice...

 

I'm not crazy about it and I didn't have a choice, but it is what it is... it's not like I'm racing anyone.

 

I have driven both the 04 and an 07/08 Maxima and have to say that the CVT
is not as good as the 04 transmission.

Yes the CVT is smooth just like the 04 BUT its not as responsive as the 04
transmission when pressing the accelerator.

Also, the 04/05 model non CVT model feels more luxurious in the ride quality
then the 07/08 with the seats and the suspension.

I test drove both and the 07/08 suspension has alot more of a firm or harder
ride quality like a sports car and lacks the luxurious, cushion feel of the 04/05 model.

The 04/05 model was the best maxima they every made in terms of design,
luxury and ride quality.

 

Your nuts if you truly think that. Lol

 

i am with you. 08 is a lot better. And the suspensions are the same, correct??

 

Nope, there's no difference in suspension between 6th and 6.5 gens.

 

It can't be that good cause the 04/05 was the worst(as to dependablity) transmission Maxima ever had.

 

Hey guys im new to the forum i cant post a thread yet, i would like some information does anybody of you sent your car to NIssan the CVT

i just bought a 2008 maxima SE 6.5 generation id like to hear the welcomes

but anyway its going the nissan to get a brand new tranny in it i would like to have a feedback on how much time will it take approximatly

thank you to anyone who respond!

 

i would guess 3-4 days?? Why are they replacing your tranny? Still under Warrenty?

 

you are correct sir....

 

3-4 days? where did you get that from

yes its under warranty