trailer54

Can they just show us already?! Lol.

Chris Alexander

trailer54 That picture is nice you haven't seen the 2015 yet? That thing looks like it will fly on the highway. That's one thing I like about my 6th gen on the highway you just fly past people in the other lane effortlessly.

95VQ30

link here

Chris Gregg

iTrader: (59)

That is almost hideous. Better looking than the current gen, but holy cow. The "V" grill looks stupid and is representative of lower model Nissans. The huge bilateral bumper scoops are absord. Reminds me if the chrome stick on vents from Autozone. I could only HOPE that's the actual wheel well gap, I bet it actually sits 4x higher.

95VQ30

Word, I hate the U grill- it makes new Nissan grills ugly as sin. I am also not a fan of the sheet metal on the sides of the car. However when it is cascaded over 4 doors, I may change my opinion. Wheels are gayfish too. I just wish it took more cues from the Q50(long, sleek, & low hood)

On the plus side, I love the A, B & C pillar design. It's very GT-R

Jury is out on this one

george__

iTrader: (1)

with this styling, how crazy will Infiniti become

RAINMANYEH

I saw the above pic in the new Motortrend. Unless there are changes, I'm not sure about this new Maxima... Maybe it grows on you over time.

http://www.motortrend.com/features/c...sp_rid=5445887

Hokie350Z

iTrader: (1)

The Nissan renderings are, for obvious reasons, more accurate and (IMHO) more appealing:

95VQ30

These designers need a better benchmark...

IMG_5985.jpg?t=1341803652

95VQ30

new rendering from an Indian publication

Chris Alexander

That's stunning long as it's large enough to compete and bigger than the Altima we're good!

When this comes out it has to shock us all that's the key!

Prophecy99

iTrader: (1)

yuck, the back of that rendering looks like a new honda odyssey

Chris Alexander

The 6th gen looks mean from behind the rear needs to look more fierce on the 8th its too soft that's just me

Amerikaner83

iTrader: (17)

Eww. Wheels too small for the car...look like 17's or something? Looks like a Versa sedan with the wheels so small in comparo.

The angles are all off. Horrible rendering.

Agreed.

Chris Alexander

But this 8th gen concept is a step in the right direction its a big improvement over the 7th.

Amerikaner83

iTrader: (17)

Honestly, not if the lines are similar to that fat pumpkin above

Tommy6905

If that's the new 8th gen I'll be keeping my 7th gen

95VQ30

I always thought the 7th gen was easily the best looking Maxima. It's the CVT(and the FWD trying to support nearly 300HP) that kills the car.

The new Maxima needs to have a proper transmission in order to compete with other segment cars(the Maxima should be performance oriented while keeping a sense of luxory). RWD would be ideal as well.

This may be a great car since Infiniti screwed the pouch on the Q50 with the "drive by wire" steering. But then again, Japanese can be quirky and the Maxima will probably become more bloated with a CVT & FWD. Nissan & Infiniti really need to look at what Cadillac, Ford, and Audi have done over the past 5+ years, and copy their methodology for a performance lineup.(sorry but IPL was a joke and Nismo isn't far behind- this is coming from a guy on his 4th Nissan)

Chris Gregg

iTrader: (59)

Sorry, but the 3rd gen was easily the best looking of all Maximas. Then - 5th gen, 4th gen, 7th, 2nd gen, and 6th, and 1st gen as the least attractive. That 8th gen is looking to be possibly on the least attractive end.

george__

iTrader: (1)

almost looks like a stretched sentra

Tyson Mannix

So I am a dealer for Nissan and can tell you that Nissan will be releasing the next gen maxima in 2014 as a 2015 Model and Nissan is taking a true "SPORTS CAR SEDAN" approach. I have seen the car or at least as close to the release as we are going to see and it's pretty sick. I would wait till June of 2014 and you will be very happy you did.

Chris Alexander

The next Maxima is gonna shock the world I have a feeling. I think with the 7th gen the price,size have played alot of factors in sales. Hopefully the next car will offer much more than the competition that's the goal.

samtr87

I didn't think they could come up with something as ugly as the 6th gen, but I think I might be wrong.

The front looks like a beaver.

Chris Alexander

The 6th is a walrus the 7th looks like a bird and the 8th looks like a goat!

Amerikaner83

iTrader: (17)

Truth?

May I ask which dealer, and your name?

Stlbluzoo11

To all you guys downing the looks of the 7 gen, put down the pipe. It's 2013 and the 7 gen is by far the best body of any maxima. Put that in your pipe and smoke it. The 8 gen will be killing it.
Kinda nosy there amerikaner83. What's your name, where you work? What's your social?

Chris Gregg

iTrader: (59)

Nothing personal about the question. Guy said he was a dealer and it was a simple question about who and where. Speaks to credibility, I would say a dealer who has actually seen the car or photos of real thing does carry some weight.

Perhaps you're the one smoking and why you missed the legitimacy of Ameri's question?

Amerikaner83

iTrader: (17)

You put it a lot nicer than I was going to, Chris.

niceguy

If it looked like the pic in this link, I'd snag one...
http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=...ed=0CDQQ9QEwAw

Chris Alexander

I hope its a classy car the 8th gen

Foamykeg

I ran into a friend that works at the plant in Smyrna, TN. He is a fairly knowledgeable dude, high up at the plant. Please, take this info. with a grain of salt though.....he mentioned to me that the 8th generation would be coming out in August 2014, and will look NOTHING like the renderings. He said the car that was shown during the Nissan 360 event, that everyone thinks is the new Maxima and has been making renderings off of, is not the Maxima. It is strictly a concept vehicle that Nissan will be taking design cues from over all of its vehicles. He said the next Maxima was going to look like a modified Q50, with certain cues taken from the concept that was shown at the 360 event. That was all he could say.

I'm not sure what to think, so hopefully, after Detroit, we can get a clearer picture of Nissan's plans for the next gen Maxima. I personally think it will have the bucktooth grill of the concept, the body of the Q50 (curves and such) and taillights like the concept.

snail

iTrader: (1)

second that...However in regards to the CVT, I test rode a 2013 Max with the slush box and paddle shifter and it's good enough performance for me...sigh I am getting older

george__

iTrader: (1)

Is it still going to be FWD?

Amerikaner83

iTrader: (17)

That doesn't seem too bad...the Q50 imo is pretty well styled.

95VQ30

As long as they dont include the Steer by Wire

dauntlessmax

They need either Steer-by wire or a Torque Vectoring system. Sorry but if Nissan wants to at least compete with the competition they need new technology ASAP. DAS is a high possibility.

dauntlessmax

I actually think it's gonna resemble the new Rogue in the front.

95VQ30

DAS dulls a driver's enjoyment and severely detaches driver from road(yes I test drove it- the car handled fine- but it was a very odd experience). Rear wheel nannies I can deal with, but I guarantee that DAS will be as big a failure as it was with the Q50.
(wake up Nissan- throw that **** on people carriers, not performance related autos)

/rant

2003MaximaMan

DAS doesn't sound mod friendly at all. That is just another thing to screw up when you add more power.

95VQ30

PRESS RELEASE

NISSAN SPORT SEDAN CONCEPT MAKES WORLD DEBUT AT 2014 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

- Nissan provides an advanced look at a future production sports sedan
- Offers bold and exciting sports car proportions with energetic styling, driver-oriented interior
- Embodies next-generation Nissan design signatures, including V-Motion front aspect, distinctive "floating" roof and boomerang-shaped lamps

Design has long been a differentiator between Nissan and its competitors – along with performance, innovation and technology. Now, as the company celebrates its 80th anniversary, it is doing so with the world debut of the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

The Sport Sedan Concept, a design study with a particular emphasis on next-generation design and sporty style, was created to embody the essence of a true sports sedan – that rare execution of 4-door sedan with the aura of a real sports car. It previews a future production vehicle intended for owners with a passion for cutting-edge design and driving dynamics.

"The Sport Sedan Concept shows a new, highly emotional and energetic design direction that takes Nissan's legendary approach of applying sports car principles to a sedan to the next level," said Nissan Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura. "The Sport Sedan Concept captures that essence with bold and exciting sports car design and proportions."

Next-Generation Nissan Design Language
The Sport Sedan Concept joins a trio of advanced concepts that share signature design aspects that will be adapted to all future Nissans. Along with the Nissan Resonance and Friend-ME concepts that were introduced in 2013, the Sport Sedan Concept shares the new V-Motion front aspect, "floating" roof and boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights.

As demonstrated by the three diverse concepts, these distinctive design cues will be incorporated into a range of body types from sedans to crossovers.

"Our new design direction mirrors the strength, power and capabilities of the engineering and innovation that serves as the foundation of every Nissan vehicle," said Nakamura. "Nissan is a brand for people seeking bold and passionate experiences, and who are willing to make choices outside of traditional boundaries. That's why Nissan is committed to breaking new ground in automotive design, as expressed in the stunning new Sport Sedan Concept."

The exterior of the Sport Sedan Concept is marked by low, wide proportions, with a lowered hoodline and reduced ground clearance compared to traditional sedans – elements that would be right at home in a sports car.

The "V-Motion" movement of the front end flows from the dramatic chromed grille up through the hood. The front of the Sport Sedan Concept also incorporates the large LED boomerang headlights, a deeply scooped front fascia and wide, sloped windshield.

The profile of the vehicle is equally powerful, with its dynamic bodyside lines adding a strong sculptural feel and connecting the wheels and tires – which are pushed out to the four corners.

There is a projection of motion, even when the vehicle is standing still. The Sport Sedan Concept rides on custom 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with low-profile 275/30R21 tires.

The distinctive silhouette blends smoothly into the rear design, which is capped by the high deck, large chrome trunk accent and wide, deeply scooped rear fascia. As in the front, the boomerang rear combination lights accentuate the centered feeling and push outward to edges.

The unique "floating" roof adds a sense of openness and lightness in contrast to traditional sedans' heavy cabin appearance.

"The innovative roofline, which is also prevalent on Resonance and Friend-ME, makes it seem as if there are no pillars at all, enhancing the sense of athleticism and sportiness," said Nakamura. "The roofline also contributes to the Sport Sedan Concept's class-leading stance, which balances the look of the substantial lower body and a streamlined cabin."

The final exterior touch is the unique "Strad Amber" paint that was inspired by the craftsmanship and rich finish of noted classic violins – instruments capable of producing vibrant intensity at times and at other times a soft stillness. The elaborate candy color paint finish is achieved through application of an orange-amber topcoat over a base of gold paint, creating a distinctive depth and bespoke richness.

The Sport Sedan Concept's interior also offers cues to future production designs. Premium materials are found throughout, with the use of diamond-shaped graphics on the quilted seats, stitching and panels enhancing the sense of dynamic motion. Rather than traditional flat surfacing, the diamond treatment adds three-dimensionality. The edgy and geometric look was inspired by modern furniture, apparel and accessories. The interior also features high-contrast colors and facet metallic accents. All these aspects finely express Nissan's individual authenticity and modernity.

The front-wheel drive Sport Sedan Concept is powered by a 300-plus horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine backed by a sport-tuned Xtronic CVT® and features an innovative suspension layout with performance dampers.

The Nissan Sport Sedan Concept was created by Nissan Design America in San Diego, California and developed at the Nissan Global Design Center in Atsugi, Japan.

KEY DIMENSIONS
Length
191.7 in. (4,870 mm)
Width
75.3 in. (1,912 mm)
Height
54.3 in. (1,378 mm)
Wheelbase
111.2 in. (2,825 mm)
Front overhang
39.1 in. (992 mm)
Rear overhang
41.5 in (1,053 mm)

# # #

SPORT SEDAN CONCEPT DEBUTS FUTURE LOOK OF NISSAN SEDANS

– Third in a Series of Nissan Concepts
– Resonance, Friend-ME and Sport Sedan Concept
– Defines the Next Generation in Coupes, Sedans and Crossovers

First there was the Nissan Resonance, with its boldly futuristic aerodynamic styling signalling the direction of upcoming Nissan mid-size crossovers. It made its world debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show.

Then came the Nissan Friend-ME, showcased at Auto Shanghai 2013, with its category-busting energetic and provocative modern design.

And now, making its world debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit comes the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept – applying real sports car performance standards and new design philosophies to a 4-door sedan.

Together the three concept models form the roadmap to the next generation of Nissan exterior and interior design evolution – and the global design-led renaissance of the Nissan brand.

"Nissan's design language is our brand promise – Innovation and Excitement for Everyone – rendered in metal," said Nissan Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura. "We are continually pushing the envelope, as the Sport Sedan Concept shows. It is a car that is more emotional, more exciting and that provides a strong hint of the design direction we are taking."

Though targeted for specific markets and customers, Resonance, Friend-ME and now the Sport Sedan Concept share distinctive and memorable design signatures.

The strong front end is marked by Nissan's "V-Motion" movement, which flows from the front grille through the hood to create an impressive cadence and emotional attitude. The unique boomerang-shaped lighting signature also accentuates the rear designs of each vehicle.

The innovative "floating" roof, also featured prominently on Resonance, Friend-ME and the new Sport Sedan Concept, gives an impressive sense of lightness and sophistication. The thin, sculpted pillars make the cabins of each concept appear less heavy and help open the greenhouse for an airy, inviting interior environment.

Resonance, Friend-ME and Sport Sedan Concept also share an edgy muscularity, derived from their low, wide stances with tires placed far out to the corners. The designs also utilize short front and rear overhangs, reduced ground clearances and small gaps between wheels and fenders. The resulting look imparts a sporty and athletic strength, rather than brute and aggressive force.

Inside, the trio of advanced concepts provide private-yet-connected spaces for drivers and passengers. The high tech, streamlined feel of each interior derives from a combination of magnetic detailing and use of high-contrast interior colors and materials.

"These distinctive design aspects will be applied to all future Nissan models," Nakamura concludes. "Nissan design will possess consistency and diversity which covers all body types, from sedan to crossovers."