The 8th generation Maxima...prototypes, news, updates, rumors and more
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My Maxima dealer is just 4 miles from my home, and there are 23 Nissan dealers within a 1 1/2 hour drive of my home. I'm not sure where the nearest Hyundai dealer is from my home, but it certainly is not closer than my Nissan dealer. Convenience counts.
I have a 15 year relationship with my Nissan dealer, know the owner and the folks working there, and have been treated like royalty every time I visit (I have ALL my service done there, and even buy my tires and batteries there). They not only match prices on things such as tires, but actually beat Tire Rack prices on my latest purchase, and that price included mounting, balancing, checking the alignment, and filling with nitrogen.
They also scour the southeast to find exactly the car I want each time I am in the market for a new Maxima, and when they find it, they truck it in so as to have the odo still showing around four to ten miles.
I have owned nothing but Maximas since October 1984, have driven several Maximas over 200K miles, and have had excellent service from every one of them. Before I began owning Maximas, I owned Datsuns, which were also made by Nissan. My Datsun connection goes back to Tokyo in the late 1950s. I feel it may be a little late in life to begin a relationship with another automobile company.
My first Datsun by Nissan was a (nearly new) 1979 280ZX. That car was by all accounts, the perfect car. I literally drove that Z car into the dirt. Many years later I bought a 91 Q45 from a friend. Next comes the three 4th gens. Once you get Nissan in your blood, it can stick with you for a while -- especially when you have excellent dealer support.
Last edited by CS_AR; Dec 6, 2014 at 11:18 AM.
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Well I can say the 2015, 2016 or even the 2020 won't look like this-
but more like this being this is the 2016 model with camouflage on-
It's rumored the 2015 will have an even 300 horse, cvt will live on because it's not going anywhere, and while the overall style looks changed to some degree I think the only real exterior change is the v grille and what looks to be a higher base height at wheels but lower roof or total height. Hard to tell.
A lot of whiners here, afraid of change. It's life. Manual is dead, cvt is the future. In a few years there will be major upgrades to cvts both from factory and aftermarket
but more like this being this is the 2016 model with camouflage on-It's rumored the 2015 will have an even 300 horse, cvt will live on because it's not going anywhere, and while the overall style looks changed to some degree I think the only real exterior change is the v grille and what looks to be a higher base height at wheels but lower roof or total height. Hard to tell.
A lot of whiners here, afraid of change. It's life. Manual is dead, cvt is the future. In a few years there will be major upgrades to cvts both from factory and aftermarket
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We all know that the 7th gen has is not the best of a performer in the low end due to the way the CVT is programmed so traction/torque steer really is not that much of an issue with it. If, Big If they keep keep it programmed like the 7th gen CVT but functions more like the new Altimas V6 Cvt overall it may be able to get away with 300/305 hp. If they program it like the Altimas totally it could be an issue as that car does not have the low end issue and it get tricky with its 270hp giving it alot of gas from a stop.
Well I can say the 2015, 2016 or even the 2020 won't look like this-
but more like this being this is the 2016 model with camouflage on-
It's rumored the 2015 will have an even 300 horse, cvt will live on because it's not going anywhere, and while the overall style looks changed to some degree I think the only real exterior change is the v grille and what looks to be a higher base height at wheels but lower roof or total height. Hard to tell.
A lot of whiners here, afraid of change. It's life. Manual is dead, cvt is the future. In a few years there will be major upgrades to cvts both from factory and aftermarket
but more like this being this is the 2016 model with camouflage on-It's rumored the 2015 will have an even 300 horse, cvt will live on because it's not going anywhere, and while the overall style looks changed to some degree I think the only real exterior change is the v grille and what looks to be a higher base height at wheels but lower roof or total height. Hard to tell.
A lot of whiners here, afraid of change. It's life. Manual is dead, cvt is the future. In a few years there will be major upgrades to cvts both from factory and aftermarket
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I think a more aggressive look will appeal to younger buyers.
Infiniti offers some great RWD platforms. If you've got to have RWD, Infiniti has something for you.
As for FWD, I see it as an extension of Nissan's new global platform.
I wonder how much the new Maxima platform will have in common with the new (read global platform) Infiniti Q30?
This could really be an exciting time for U.S. Nissan/Infiniti dealers.
Q30 US production will kick off in Decherd, TN in early 2016.
--------------------------- Can you see Mt. Fuji in the picture below?
Article:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/infin...photo-3096249/
How about them test mules?
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Infiniti offers some great RWD platforms. If you've got to have RWD, Infiniti has something for you.
As for FWD, I see it as an extension of Nissan's new global platform.
I wonder how much the new Maxima platform will have in common with the new (read global platform) Infiniti Q30?
This could really be an exciting time for U.S. Nissan/Infiniti dealers.
Q30 US production will kick off in Decherd, TN in early 2016.
--------------------------- Can you see Mt. Fuji in the picture below?
Article:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/infin...photo-3096249/
How about them test mules?
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Last edited by CS_AR; Dec 7, 2014 at 10:36 AM.
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And were gonna get that 10hp in the new maxima....not too exciting really
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I agree with MONTE 01&97 SE while these CVT's are known for sounding like racoons having a rap battle in a porta potty they are quite smooth.
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Has anyone seen this video?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkEPme_RaVs
Then we may have a new Altima that shares the new look.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKHJBZpkzMw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkEPme_RaVs
Then we may have a new Altima that shares the new look.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKHJBZpkzMw
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I saw that first video last January, shortly after Nissan introduced that car (the Nissan sports sedan concept) at the Detroit Auto Show. I don't think anyone ever posted it here, probably because so many photos of that car were already posted here. Some of the photos from the interior of the concept looked different than those we saw here last winter. Or maybe I am forgetting what I saw on those interior shots.
I had never seen that Lannai footage before. I think you may be right that it could become an Altima at some point. Or a Rogue or Murano or some other Nissan product.
Thanks for sharing.
I had never seen that Lannai footage before. I think you may be right that it could become an Altima at some point. Or a Rogue or Murano or some other Nissan product.
Thanks for sharing.
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UPDATE: Some of the pics in the article below are new. A little less wrap for the test mule. The transmission information is encouraging. Ah ha! 7-speed like the z-car. Somebody must have taken a trip to Tennessee.
http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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Last edited by CS_AR; Dec 20, 2014 at 02:23 PM.
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If a something like a JATCO JR710E lands in that car, think of what the performance AT builders will bring to market.
GTM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc5kpZXQJ28
Level 10
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_ptJ3i04WI
GTM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc5kpZXQJ28
Level 10
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_ptJ3i04WI
Last edited by CS_AR; Dec 20, 2014 at 03:46 PM.
On another note. The Q30 coming out is basically a modified G37 with some tweaks isn't it?
What the heck is Nissan doing? Are they going to further UP the Maxima price or jack up the Q prices?
If they up the Maxima price it's going to get even closer to the entry luxury sedans like the BMW 3 & Mercedes C series. I hope the gen 8 has something to deal with this or it'll get its *** whopped.
In Canada
BMW 3 Series MSRP starts at $35,990.00 CAD (AWD or RWD or FWD)
Nissan Maxima MSRP starts at $38,680.00 CAD (FWD only)
Merecedes C series MSRP starts at $43,000.00 CAD (RWD)
On the other hand if they up the Q prices I think it could still hold its ground compared to other luxury sedans but buyers care more about brand image.
Last edited by george__; Dec 20, 2014 at 06:02 PM.
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Are those kind of mods a good idea on a FWD 300 hp+ car? Nissan's probably have a lot of computers, traction control tools or somehow dumb down the car to deal with the torque steer, i.e. make the manageable to DD...
On another note. The Q30 coming out is basically a modified G37 with some tweaks isn't it?
What the heck is Nissan doing? Are they going to further UP the Maxima price or jack up the Q prices?
If they up the Maxima price it's going to get even closer to the entry luxury sedans like the BMW 3 & Mercedes C series. I hope the gen 8 has something to deal with this or it'll get its *** whopped.
In Canada
BMW 3 Series MSRP starts at $35,990.00 CAD
Nissan Maxima MSRP starts at $38,680.00 CAD
Merecedes C series MSRP starts at $43,000.00 CAD
On the other hand if they up the Q prices too much many may opt to go BMW or Merecedes...
On another note. The Q30 coming out is basically a modified G37 with some tweaks isn't it?
What the heck is Nissan doing? Are they going to further UP the Maxima price or jack up the Q prices?
If they up the Maxima price it's going to get even closer to the entry luxury sedans like the BMW 3 & Mercedes C series. I hope the gen 8 has something to deal with this or it'll get its *** whopped.
In Canada
BMW 3 Series MSRP starts at $35,990.00 CAD
Nissan Maxima MSRP starts at $38,680.00 CAD
Merecedes C series MSRP starts at $43,000.00 CAD
On the other hand if they up the Q prices too much many may opt to go BMW or Merecedes...
The Q40 is built on the Skyline/G37 7-speed RWD platform. Now let's see if the new Maxima will share or introduce a new Q40/Skyline platform.
Remember the Maxima 4th gen hit the market as a 1995 model with the Infiniti I30 arriving as a 1996 model.
Since Nissan is naming cars after Q-Ships again, maybe some of the early 90s product logic will return.
Last edited by CS_AR; Dec 20, 2014 at 06:16 PM.
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7 speed auto? Nooo...
Im not a fan of these new autos with bunch of gears. I drove a new GM with 9 speed auto and its horrible. Car looking for right gear all the time, shifting constantly and weirdly.
Paddle shifters suck. No clutch = no care.
- 9 speed autos are terrible
- The 8 speed autos Lexus uses suck, but much better than 9AT
- 7 speed auto may be much better than the other two but still...it may even use dog clutches and work like a manual, but I worry about the shifting and reliability.
Im not a fan of these new autos with bunch of gears. I drove a new GM with 9 speed auto and its horrible. Car looking for right gear all the time, shifting constantly and weirdly.
Paddle shifters suck. No clutch = no care.
- 9 speed autos are terrible
- The 8 speed autos Lexus uses suck, but much better than 9AT
- 7 speed auto may be much better than the other two but still...it may even use dog clutches and work like a manual, but I worry about the shifting and reliability.
Last edited by D.Stillwell; Dec 21, 2014 at 05:59 AM.
I'm not a fan of even the 6 speed on some of the cars coming out right now. I test drove the Hyundai Sonata, Ford Taurus and MAzda 6 recently and they all tried to get to the highest gear as quickly as possible. I felt the cars shifted excessively during city driving.
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Here's an interesting article about Infiniti G37 sales numbers. I can see why they are renaming it to be the Q40 and keeping the product in the line. It sells..
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/201...sales-numbers/
It looks like more G cars are being sold than Z cars these days.
http://www.goodcarbadcar.net/2011/01...s-figures.html
Does anyone remember the Nissan Leopard? The one I've seen looked like Z32 under the hood and 4-door body. People are known to install Z32 5MTs in their Leorpard or J30.
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/201...sales-numbers/
It looks like more G cars are being sold than Z cars these days.
http://www.goodcarbadcar.net/2011/01...s-figures.html
Does anyone remember the Nissan Leopard? The one I've seen looked like Z32 under the hood and 4-door body. People are known to install Z32 5MTs in their Leorpard or J30.
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-- Now the NISMO version is starting to make sense IMHO.
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UPDATE: Some of the pics in the article below are new. A little less wrap for the test mule. The transmission information is encouraging. Ah ha! 7-speed like the z-car. Somebody must have taken a trip to Tennessee.
http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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UPDATE: Some of the pics in the article below are new. A little less wrap for the test mule. The transmission information is encouraging. Ah ha! 7-speed like the z-car. Somebody must have taken a trip to Tennessee.
http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/201...ek-inside.html
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It would be a new/different unit designed for FWD usage as the 7spd auto in the Z, Q50 are for RWD applications only.
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Here's where I have a problem I finally get pushed to the limit with my 6th gen since I got a P420 code saying I need a new cataylic converter so this weekend I actually went to go try to trade it in and said I'm done with Nissan forever then soon as I utter those words I log in here and you guys are popping bottles about the 8th gen why do they wait til I check out to give it a 7speed Auto.