2016 Maxima official release photos
02-04-2015, 08:29 PM
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Weight transfers to the front of the car on acceleration in a FWD car. If anything, the rear would raise up, and the increased positive camber would cause the top of the wheels to poke... not tuck.
Granted, I'm not a mechanical engineer, so feel free to correct that interpretation.
Granted, I'm not a mechanical engineer, so feel free to correct that interpretation.
02-05-2015, 01:46 AM
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Weight transfers to the front of the car on acceleration in a FWD car. If anything, the rear would raise up, and the increased positive camber would cause the top of the wheels to poke... not tuck.
Granted, I'm not a mechanical engineer, so feel free to correct that interpretation.
Come on man, it's a Maxima. Expect the rims to be flush, and you will be disappointed.
What are you smoking, LOTH? They are decidedly not symmetrical. Not at all. Unless there is a right-side set of wheels, and a separate left-side set of wheels... which is extremely unlikely for Nissan.
You have a strange definition of the word symmetrical.
Granted, I'm not a mechanical engineer, so feel free to correct that interpretation.
Come on man, it's a Maxima. Expect the rims to be flush, and you will be disappointed.
What are you smoking, LOTH? They are decidedly not symmetrical. Not at all. Unless there is a right-side set of wheels, and a separate left-side set of wheels... which is extremely unlikely for Nissan.
You have a strange definition of the word symmetrical.
But these wheels in this latest photo will look the same on either side of the car, and, although the tiny flange at the outer end of each spoke is only on one side of the spoke, the spoke flanges are paired in a manner that will make the wheels look the same no matter where they are mounted on the car.
02-05-2015, 06:00 AM
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But these wheels in this latest photo will look the same on either side of the car, and, although the tiny flange at the outer end of each spoke is only on one side of the spoke, the spoke flanges are paired in a manner that will make the wheels look the same no matter where they are mounted on the car.
Meh. The wheels are ugly, LOTH.
My Vossens have directional spokes, with a different pair of rims left side and right side. That's the only reason I'm sensitive to this design consideration. Admittedly, this is not something that people tend to notice. However, when you do see the problem, you can't un-see it.
02-06-2015, 12:50 PM
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Wow this site is buzzing since the teaser of the Super Bowl Ad, I am a bit on the fence about the car when I saw it. But it is growing on me, but I have to see the car in person, it might win me over, hopefully. I have been reading in several post that it going to be a 3.6 engine, I am not aware that Nissan makes a 3.6 unless it's a Mercedes-Benz Powerplant engine. who knows, only time will tell when the car arrives in the show room. If it is as it promise the 4 DSC, I am definitely gonna trade in my 08 Accord in for it, since I am somewhat liking the design but again, only time will tell when I see it in person.
02-06-2015, 01:19 PM
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Yup. CVT can KMA
02-06-2015, 05:41 PM
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Boy I really hate that Mazda-esque flowing design crease that goes under the front windows and up onto the fenders to the headlights. Really hate it.
That single design element is why I really dislike the recent Mazda designs.
That single design element is why I really dislike the recent Mazda designs.
02-08-2015, 07:49 PM
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02-10-2015, 02:20 PM
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02-10-2015, 04:27 PM
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^^^
Good side-by-side comparison (so to speak).
Actually, the Mazda is more appealing, IMO. The lines are so much more clean and purposeful, whereas the Nissan just amps up the stylistic elements unnecessarily. That black A-pillar, and the fake-floating trim over the rear fender, and the layered front end... it's just too over the top.
If the Mazda had the Maxima's VQ engine, that would be a win.
Good side-by-side comparison (so to speak).
Actually, the Mazda is more appealing, IMO. The lines are so much more clean and purposeful, whereas the Nissan just amps up the stylistic elements unnecessarily. That black A-pillar, and the fake-floating trim over the rear fender, and the layered front end... it's just too over the top.
If the Mazda had the Maxima's VQ engine, that would be a win.
02-10-2015, 06:22 PM
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^^^
Good side-by-side comparison (so to speak).
Actually, the Mazda is more appealing, IMO. The lines are so much more clean and purposeful, whereas the Nissan just amps up the stylistic elements unnecessarily. That black A-pillar, and the fake-floating trim over the rear fender, and the layered front end... it's just too over the top.
If the Mazda had the Maxima's VQ engine, that would be a win.
Good side-by-side comparison (so to speak).
Actually, the Mazda is more appealing, IMO. The lines are so much more clean and purposeful, whereas the Nissan just amps up the stylistic elements unnecessarily. That black A-pillar, and the fake-floating trim over the rear fender, and the layered front end... it's just too over the top.
If the Mazda had the Maxima's VQ engine, that would be a win.
02-11-2015, 06:22 AM
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I wouldn't go as far as saying it's horrible personally lol but I see where you're coming from. At any rate, it's arrived and will be a conversation topic for quite a while until first glimpses of it seen on road. I'm frankly excited regardless of the fact lol
02-11-2015, 08:05 AM
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It is just my opinion, but looks VERY similar to the kia and nowhere like a maxima. I loved how maxima's mostly look a bit like the former design, I always loved that and this looks nothing like it. It has too many body lines for me and looks like they rushed it out,imo.
02-11-2015, 08:48 AM
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It is just my opinion, but looks VERY similar to the kia and nowhere like a maxima. I loved how maxima's mostly look a bit like the former design, I always loved that and this looks nothing like it. It has too many body lines for me and looks like they rushed it out,imo.
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02-12-2015, 01:43 AM
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Chris - I do appreciate your talent at being able to notice and present the resemblance of a nanny to the 8th gen. Good quality work. I must admit I laughed heartily.
But we may need to maybe somewhat hold the horses here. I don't think such drastic action as a 'going out of business' sale is warranted. After all, Nissan just reported an $856 MILLION profit for the last quarter of 2014. Wall Street analysts had expected only a $697 million profit. Sales for the 4th quarter of 2014 were up 17% over the corresponding quarter a year ago.
Even more meaningful, Nissan expects to report a $3,5 BILLION profit for the fiscal year ending at the end of next month (March). Nissan will certainly have the money to throw an incredible 'going out of business' party.
Nissan is obviously hitting the target with a lot of customers. I think much of the disappointment here with the 8th gen is because we still have a lot of folks who liked the Maximas of the 1980s and 1990s. Those days are gone, and the Maxima is aimed at a different target audience these days.
I personally love the aggressive and threatning look of the front of the 8th gen, like the side sculpting, am intrigued by the floating roof concept, and have no problem with the rear view. It will not please everybody, but it will please around the 70,000 customers Nissan expect to buy the 8th gen. I feel the distaste of many folks will mellow when they see the 8th gen in person.
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02-12-2015, 02:37 AM
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Hey Chris - How do you like owning a car where the owner's club looks like an episode from the original "Maytag Repairman" TV commercial series? There ain't much going on or going wrong over there.. Note that I can sympathize with your boredom. I have a Q45.
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02-12-2015, 04:42 AM
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02-12-2015, 04:59 AM
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I think people will be pleasantly surprised when they see the new Maxima in person and all the lines will make more sense. Especially once it gets some aftermarket wheels and a modest drop
02-12-2015, 05:37 AM
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Nissan is obviously hitting the target with a lot of customers. I think much of the disappointment here with the 8th gen is because we still have a lot of folks who liked the Maximas of the 1980s and 1990s. Those days are gone, and the Maxima is aimed at a different target audience these days.
02-12-2015, 06:04 AM
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I love the new design. Each generation of any car will lose some customers, but new ones will be gained, it is normal. I for one never really considered the last generation Maxima and instead got an Altima, however, this new Maxima will draw me into buying my first Maxima.
02-12-2015, 07:03 AM
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I wonder if the idea is when you see it approaching in your rear view mirror you move over to get out of the way?
Hey Chris - How do you like owning a car where the owner's club looks like an episode from the original "Maytag Repairman" TV commercial series? There ain't much going on or going wrong over there.. Note that I can sympathize with your boredom. I have a Q45.
Hey Chris - How do you like owning a car where the owner's club looks like an episode from the original "Maytag Repairman" TV commercial series? There ain't much going on or going wrong over there.. Note that I can sympathize with your boredom. I have a Q45.
I can't wait til someone posts their first pic of this either on the road or on a lot.
02-12-2015, 08:10 AM
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02-12-2015, 08:36 AM
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mr2cool80 yup that's been the problem since 2002 you want this latest generation to be back in its place as the Maxima was in the 90s before the Altima grew in terms of size,sales and recognition with the 3rd gen 2002-2006. We won't know for sure until next year when the 8th gen 2016 hits the streets but from the way things are going it looks like the Altima is a potential threat again. Nissan is planning to bump it up for 16
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02-12-2015, 12:00 PM
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02-13-2015, 01:08 AM
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02-13-2015, 01:13 AM
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You are correct that, love or hate the looks, there are many minds that will not be made up until the power plant, specs, options, etc are revealed.
02-13-2015, 03:09 AM
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When an article suggests a new Maxima generation will probably have engine options between a 4 cylinder and a 6 cylinder, I raise an eyebrow. When that same article presumes the new generation Maxima will have around 260 HP, my eyes begin to roll. At least the article is correct in that the 8th gen Maxima is based fairly clearly on the Nissan Concept Sedan, and will be introduced April 1st at the New York International Auto Show.
02-13-2015, 10:05 AM
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