It says to other motorists they've just been passed by a car with confidence and character. With all this robust sass on the outside, I expected to step into the Maxima and get a whole lot of performance. Well, I got that, plus a whole lot of room. The clever exterior design of this sporty sedan visually concealed that this Maxima was larger than its predecessor. Something as seemingly minor as a 2-inch longer wheelbase, enhanced the roominess for all my passengers with more head and leg room.
Nissan designers are especially proud of their new low-fatigue front seats.
Nissan made these seats jump through hoops before getting the okay to go into the 2000 model. I never felt restless in the driver's seat during my long trips on the interstate highway, noting that overall road noise was low. Plus, I'm sure the 2000 Maxima's refined suspension system contributed to my comfort. Perhaps what Nissan is most proud of in introducing its 2000 Maxima is the engine. Already an acclaimed powerplant, the 2000 V6 gets 32 more horsepower and an increase in torque.