Do 5G GLE and GXE absorb bumps well enough?

Nov 3, 2000 | 10:24 AM

ascan

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I've been thinking of a 2001 Maxima GXE or GLE. I've heard that the Maxima's have a stiff suspension - you end up feeling almost every bump on the road. What do you owners of 5G GLE's and GXE's feel? How does the car feel over a bumpy road? Can you get a smooth ride over bumbs. Does the Maxima absorb bumbs well enough so that you get a comfortable ride? Or do you end up getting backaches over bumpy roads? Appreciate any input.

Nov 3, 2000 | 10:28 AM

Dany

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I have SE but I drove couple 4gen GXEs and I can

say that GXE definetly felt softer than my 2000 SE. Maybe because I have 17" rims and GXE had 15" steel wheels.

The 2000 GXE might ride differenly.

Nov 3, 2000 | 10:47 AM

Lordrandall

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The only way you are really going to find out is by test driving one. We could all tell you that the GLE rides like a cloud

but until you drive it yourself it could be a surprise.

If you can ignore the sales pressure, get down to a dealer and drive/compare the SE and GLE. Then take your pick!