(Posted on Jun 20, 2018 at 07:00PM by Darby Riales)
For families looking for a little more legroom in a sedan, the 2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV is a perfect choice. Able to accommodate adults over 6-feet tall in the backseats, this full-size vehicle was ranked the #6 Affordable Large Car by U.S. News & World Report. With its responsive steering, smooth handling, and strong acceleration, you will be hard-pressed to find something you don’t like this in this automobile.
Under the hood rests a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 290 horsepower and 261 pound-feet of torque. Equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive, it gets 22 mpg combined (19 city/26 highway). According to Edmunds, it also received a five-star rating for side-impact protection in government-conducted crash tests.
The SV trim level includes 18-inch alloy wheels and xenon headlights for a sleek exterior look. The cabin boasts leather upholstery and a height-adjustable driver’s seat with thigh and lumbar support for long rides. The infotainment interface and rearview camera are both displayed on a 7-in touchscreen monitor and operate with Bluetooth capabilities for hands-free calling.