Features & Pricing
Starting at $30,690 for a 2010 Maxima and increasing to $30,810 for a 2011, the Maxima falls right between the Taurus ($25,170 to start, similarly equipped for $27,370) and Avalon ($32,445 to start) and comes well-equipped in the base version, with 18-inch alloy wheels, a moonroof, push-button ignition, Bluetooth, dual-zone automatic climate control and power front seats.
I tested a $33,410 Maxima SV (it's $33,530 for 2011), which stands for Special Value. It adds the leather seats, a Bose stereo and a few other creature comforts.
There's a Sport Package for an additional $2,030, adding 19-inch wheels, a spoiler, paddle shifters, xenon headlights and a dark chrome grille.
Getting the top-of-the-line Premium Package, which raises the Maxima's price to $36,640, adds a dual-panel moonroof, a power sunshade for the rear window, a 7-inch display screen, USB connectivity and a backup camera.
My test car had the $700 Monitor Package, which adds the screen and tech features from the Premium Package. It also had a $400 Cold Package that not only added heated front seats but also a heated steering wheel, which is unusual for a car in this price range.
I didn't have the navigation system, but it's available as part of a $1,850 Technology Package.
See also:
Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so
equipped)
Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so
equipped)
1. Tuning switch
2. VOLUME control switch
3. SOURCE select switch ...
Interior
The interior is carried over without change from 2009. Interior upgrades
include white-faced gauges and red-stitched leather on the steering wheel and
manual gearshift knob. The PRO-4X model has a ...
Installing the spare tire
The spare tire is designed for emergency
use. See specific instructions under the
heading “Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
1. Clean any ...