New Car Review of the 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE Full-Size Sedan

Base MSRP Range: $27,900 - $30,150

Base Invoice Range: $25,511 - $27,568

MSRP As Tested: $35,015

Versions: SE, SL.

Vehicle Category: Full-Size Sedan

Engine Location: Front Engine

Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive.

Standard Engine as Tested: 3.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, V-6, 265- horsepower at 5800 rpm and 255 lb-ft torqueat 4400 rpm.

Transmission: Five -speed automatic, Six -speed manual.

Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 20/28 Automatic, 20/29 Manual.

Standard Safety Features: Dual front airbags, Front side airbags, Curtain side airbags, Four-wheel disc brakes, Brake assist, Front-seat active head restraints, Emergency inside trunklid release.

Competition: Chevrolet Malibu, Honda Accord, Mazda 6, Toyota Camry.

Review to follow.

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Where Built: USA

Major Options: Sensory Package, Driver Package, Driver Package, Elite Package.
Antiskid system, Power sunroof, Navigation system, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, Satellite radio, Wireless cell phone link, Floormats, Rear spoiler, Bi-xenon headlight delete, Mudguards, Chrome alloy wheels.

Seating: 5.

Number of Rows: 2.

Length in Inches: 193.5

Warranties: 3 years/36,000 miles Bumper to Bumper, 5 years/60,000 Extended Powertrain, 5 years/unlimited miles Corrosion protection, 3 years/36,000 miles Free Roadside Assistance.

Weight in Pounds: 3447 lbs.

Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not available

Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: Not available

Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not available

Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 20.0

Destination Charge: $605