Nissan Maxima Sentra receive 2011 prices minor changes

Nissan has released pricing for its 2011 Maxima and Sentra sedans, complete with specification changes that are more along the lines of ‘running changes’ than they are actual product freshenings. No matter, the Maxima will start at $30,810 in 3.5S CVT guise, while the sportier SV rings up at $33,530. On the more frugal side, the Sentra 2.0 6MT rings in at $15,520, spooling all the way up to $20,080 for the line-topping SE-R Spec V 2.5 model.

On the upgrade front, the 290-horsepower Maxima receives smoked headlights, darkened chrome grill and “shiny gray interior stitching” on sport models, along with a new exhaust pipe finisher. Metallic Slate and Brilliant Silver also join the Max’s paint palate. For 2011, the Sentra doesn’t really get any new features, but a six-speed manual is now available with the base 2.0-liter four-cylinder, giving the range a new entry-level model.

The 2011 model-year Nissans are available in dealers now, and you can check out the full press release after the jump.

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2011 Nissan Maxima Review

Nissan offers a single powertrain for the 2011 Nissan Maxima, a 290-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine driving the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Nissan calls the Maxima The 4-Door Sports Car. The 290-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine that propels the 2011 Nissan Maxima is extremely smooth, and it allows relaxed acceleration in normal driving with the automatic continuously variable automatic transmission. The Maxima still has one of the sportiest suspension calibrations for a front-wheel-drive sedan, and Nissan retains last years improved suspension geometry that reduces torque steer—the tendency for high-powered front-drivers to pull to the side on hard acceleration. The Maxima stays true to its name and offers a tremendous list of standard features and available tech features. The list of options in the Maxima doesnt disappoint either, as it includes such comforts as a heated steering wheel and cooled front seats.

The front seats of the "2011 Nissan Maxima are comfortable", with a good amount of head and leg room for average sized passengers. Although the 2011 Maxima are labeled a “four-door sports car”, it really isn’t. This vehicle is fairly agile, with responsive brakes. The vehicle has enough power reserves to comfortably pass. The Maxima V6 engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission.

The 2011 Nissan Maxima fits in a category between upscale and affordable. The Maxima has many upscale touches, but it’s not quite a luxury car. If the brand name doesn’t matter, and you’d like some nice features for your money, the Maxima might be your kind of car.

The Nissan Maxima is a great vehicle if you’re looking for a little sportiness, and you’re interested in a vehicle that bridges the gap between affordable vehicle and an entry-level luxury car.

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