Maxima......here we go again!!
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This is true. But the OP is deciding between a Maxima and a G. If the choices were open, then the Altima would be an even smarter/better choice.
And yes, I have driven both the Camry and Maxima extensively. I don't own them, but I travel for work regularly and rent both those cars extensively. The Maxima drives better overall. Power, handling, comfort, options, looks (although subjective) are all better IMO.
And yes, I have driven both the Camry and Maxima extensively. I don't own them, but I travel for work regularly and rent both those cars extensively. The Maxima drives better overall. Power, handling, comfort, options, looks (although subjective) are all better IMO.
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OK, I'll bite. No one asked for opinions, but since they've been so forthcoming anyway, here's another...
I've owned two Maximas over the last 13 years, and driven many a 7th Gen. IMO, the Max has always been more comfortable than the G35/G37 in seating and suspension. Driving the 7th Gen Maxima, I'm reminded of the old Chrysler 300M. Luxurious seating and a capable yet floaty suspension. You feel more pampered in the Maxima, and you definitely have that commanding feel of being in a larger vehicle.
For obvious reasons, it's not even fair to compare the Maxima to today's RWD Sport G37. The sport seats, suspension, brakes, etc. outclass the Max in every possible way... except comfort. That the Max owns.
If the Max had a proper manual transmission, I would have moved up to the 7th Gen three years ago. Instead I started saving for the G.
I've owned two Maximas over the last 13 years, and driven many a 7th Gen. IMO, the Max has always been more comfortable than the G35/G37 in seating and suspension. Driving the 7th Gen Maxima, I'm reminded of the old Chrysler 300M. Luxurious seating and a capable yet floaty suspension. You feel more pampered in the Maxima, and you definitely have that commanding feel of being in a larger vehicle.
For obvious reasons, it's not even fair to compare the Maxima to today's RWD Sport G37. The sport seats, suspension, brakes, etc. outclass the Max in every possible way... except comfort. That the Max owns.
If the Max had a proper manual transmission, I would have moved up to the 7th Gen three years ago. Instead I started saving for the G.
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OK, I'll bite. No one asked for opinions, but since they've been so forthcoming anyway, here's another...
I've owned two Maximas over the last 13 years, and driven many a 7th Gen. IMO, the Max has always been more comfortable than the G35/G37 in seating and suspension. Driving the 7th Gen Maxima, I'm reminded of the old Chrysler 300M. Luxurious seating and a capable yet floaty suspension. You feel more pampered in the Maxima, and you definitely have that commanding feel of being in a larger vehicle.
For obvious reasons, it's not even fair to compare the Maxima to today's RWD Sport G37. The sport seats, suspension, brakes, etc. outclass the Max in every possible way... except comfort. That the Max owns.
If the Max had a proper manual transmission, I would have moved up to the 7th Gen three years ago. Instead I started saving for the G.
I've owned two Maximas over the last 13 years, and driven many a 7th Gen. IMO, the Max has always been more comfortable than the G35/G37 in seating and suspension. Driving the 7th Gen Maxima, I'm reminded of the old Chrysler 300M. Luxurious seating and a capable yet floaty suspension. You feel more pampered in the Maxima, and you definitely have that commanding feel of being in a larger vehicle.
For obvious reasons, it's not even fair to compare the Maxima to today's RWD Sport G37. The sport seats, suspension, brakes, etc. outclass the Max in every possible way... except comfort. That the Max owns.
If the Max had a proper manual transmission, I would have moved up to the 7th Gen three years ago. Instead I started saving for the G.
But to each their own I guess.
Really really.
I've only driven the G37x a few times (because it was never my intention to buy one), and you're right, it is closer to the Max in comfort than the sport suspension and seats in the 6MT. But if that's what the OP wants, I still think the Max is better, because there's a lot more room to spread out in those big buckets.
Honestly, if I gain even 10 more pounds, I'm going to be freaking miserable in these sport seats.
I've only driven the G37x a few times (because it was never my intention to buy one), and you're right, it is closer to the Max in comfort than the sport suspension and seats in the 6MT. But if that's what the OP wants, I still think the Max is better, because there's a lot more room to spread out in those big buckets.
Honestly, if I gain even 10 more pounds, I'm going to be freaking miserable in these sport seats.
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Really really.
I've only driven the G37x a few times (because it was never my intention to buy one), and you're right, it is closer to the Max in comfort than the sport suspension and seats in the 6MT. But if that's what the OP wants, I still think the Max is better, because there's a lot more room to spread out in those big buckets.
Honestly, if I gain even 10 more pounds, I'm going to be freaking miserable in these sport seats.
I've only driven the G37x a few times (because it was never my intention to buy one), and you're right, it is closer to the Max in comfort than the sport suspension and seats in the 6MT. But if that's what the OP wants, I still think the Max is better, because there's a lot more room to spread out in those big buckets.
Honestly, if I gain even 10 more pounds, I'm going to be freaking miserable in these sport seats.
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If you want the Maxima go for it. It sounds like it will suit you and your needs just fine. I still drive my '96 Maxima to work almost every day. But to compare the two cars is IMO kind of pointless. I own and regularly drive both and there is no comparing the two. FWD vs RWD. 6MT vs CVT. There are similarities. But the differences are quite significant. Apples and oranges.
If you want to talk about features vs price, you might want to look at the Maxima Lite, the Altima. By your logic, you are throwing money away on a Maxima when the Altima is essentially the same car with the same features but for a lot less money. The G you are giving up has more power and AWD. The Maxima and Altima are essentially the same car with different sheet metal. A much better comparison than the Maxima to the G37.
Altima FWD w sport - $31K
Maxima FWD w sport - $38K
$7K difference for the same features
Maxima FWD w sport - $38K
G37 AWD w sport - $45K
$7K difference for AWD and more power
Why not just get the comparably equipped Altima and save another $7K while not losing anything you get in the Maxima if money is the issue? That should be a really good lease payment.
If you want to talk about features vs price, you might want to look at the Maxima Lite, the Altima. By your logic, you are throwing money away on a Maxima when the Altima is essentially the same car with the same features but for a lot less money. The G you are giving up has more power and AWD. The Maxima and Altima are essentially the same car with different sheet metal. A much better comparison than the Maxima to the G37.
Altima FWD w sport - $31K
Maxima FWD w sport - $38K
$7K difference for the same features
Maxima FWD w sport - $38K
G37 AWD w sport - $45K
$7K difference for AWD and more power
Why not just get the comparably equipped Altima and save another $7K while not losing anything you get in the Maxima if money is the issue? That should be a really good lease payment.
For example, when I shopped around earlier this year, a $32k Kia Optima SX lease payment was $350, while a $27k Jetta GLI lease payment was $360, same terms and down payment. It all depends on how the vehicle leases.
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When comparing lease payments, its not fair to compare MSRP of the vehicles being shopped. I know that sounds dumb, but with the 2012 Maximas being heavily discounted and their residuals and MFs skewed to move them quickly, you can most likely lease a loaded Maxima for cheaper monthly payment than a 2013 Altima.
For example, when I shopped around earlier this year, a $32k Kia Optima SX lease payment was $350, while a $27k Jetta GLI lease payment was $360, same terms and down payment. It all depends on how the vehicle leases.
For example, when I shopped around earlier this year, a $32k Kia Optima SX lease payment was $350, while a $27k Jetta GLI lease payment was $360, same terms and down payment. It all depends on how the vehicle leases.
Basically, it depends on their Future Value which affects their depreciation (to get a bit technical), leading to an obvious change in price/value.
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I have a Maxima, not a bad car. The G37 and Maxima are 2 diffrent kinds of cars. Yes they are both V6 Nissan Engineered sedans and both have similar interiors but they are two different animals. I have driven both and I prefer the G37 but it is more practical for me to own the maxima right now.
Drive both, calculate your expensive and see what fits your budget, you will be happy with either.
And the CVT is not that big of a deal breaker. Most people that hate the CVT have never driven a car with it for more than a test drive. Spend a few days getting on it and you will have a different impression on it.
Drive both, calculate your expensive and see what fits your budget, you will be happy with either.
And the CVT is not that big of a deal breaker. Most people that hate the CVT have never driven a car with it for more than a test drive. Spend a few days getting on it and you will have a different impression on it.
But no matter how nice of a drive, you're still only driving the car with two limbs. And that's just boring.
A Maxima is a fine car if that's what you want. My wife kept trying to convince me that's what she wanted. She didn't want the option of a 6 speed or more HP or care that it is an understeering FWD pig. She just knows they're well made and cute. And they used to be a great value several generations ago. Luckily I found a 09 6M G37 Sedan that I was able to convince her was a much better choice and value than a brand new Maxima.
To compare a current Maxima to a current G37 is ludicrous. If you are talking about a 4th gen Maxima like I have and comparing it to an Infiniti I30 that is a great comparison. They are indeed the same car with different badging and sheet metal. That's like comparing a 328i and a 335i. Or better yet, a 335i to an M3. They look alike on the outside, but they aren't the same.
To compare a current Maxima to a current G37 is ludicrous. If you are talking about a 4th gen Maxima like I have and comparing it to an Infiniti I30 that is a great comparison. They are indeed the same car with different badging and sheet metal. That's like comparing a 328i and a 335i. Or better yet, a 335i to an M3. They look alike on the outside, but they aren't the same.
Which is precisely why I said this was a pointless thread. And yet, here we are, all these people still talking, myself included...
...except the OP. Remember the OP?
He laid out this thread like a blog and said he'd "let us know if he pulls the trigger", as if there's a whole audience of forum members who gives a rats azz.
Curious thing to watch, eh? Even more so to participate in.
...except the OP. Remember the OP?
He laid out this thread like a blog and said he'd "let us know if he pulls the trigger", as if there's a whole audience of forum members who gives a rats azz.Curious thing to watch, eh? Even more so to participate in.