Overview & Reviews

Improved manual transmission shift feel (thanks to a shorter shift stroke), black-tone brake calipers, additional chrome accents inside and new softer leather upholstery. Auto-dimming outside mirrors are now available, and a new 12-volt power point resides at the base of the center stack.

• Roomy interior, lots of upscale options, sweet V6, available with a manual transmission.

• So-so center stack ergonomics, premium price without the premium nameplate.

User Reviews:

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  The Truth - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By Sirrobe - June 7 - 10:50 pm

  I am Nissan Maxima man, but the 2005 Maxima has let me down. The design is great, but the front wheel shakes like crazy once you reach about 50-60 mph. I dont believe that Nissan has done a good job with this one.

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  simply the best - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By goldy - June 4 - 12:20 pm

  This is the best riding car I have ever owned. It is actually a joy to get in and take for a long drive on the highway. There is almost no wind noise which many of the competition can not say (atleast every one I test drove). I have owned 4 Maximas over the years and this it the best one by far. I test drove several other cars but for the money, performance, and comfort the Maxima won hands down. I would have bought the 350Z but need a backseat for the kids.

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  Fun car, few complaints. - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By John - May 24 - 12:13 pm

  The Maxima is overall a great car. It has quick acceleration for a car of its size, and provides a nice ride. It has so many great features like memory and heated seats, satellite radio, and everything else needed to make a car feel like home. The exterior looks amazing, especially with my optional "amazing" package, with great looking bright chrome rims and grille. I have gotten so many compliments on an awesome looking car. The paint does chip easily though, and I have spent a lot on detail work. Inside, everything feels fairly nice, although some parts are a bit cheesy. The controls are overly-complicated, but manageable. The Bose stereo sounds good.

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  o4 elite - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By 04max elite - May 4 - 9:56 am

  i have the radiant amber/brunt orange elite pak all eyes on me a better ride than bmw,lex,benz the can move when needed i had a 1990 max it could run also so i wanted to see what this one was all about its tiiiiiigggghhht

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  2nd maxima - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By y2za - April 30 - 3:16 am

  I previously owned a 2002 Max SE - had for 20K miles. Never had any problems. In comparison - this car seems to handle better - must be the independant 4 wheel suspension. This car seems to have less torque steer. This car seems to have more upper range passing power. This car has a much better base sound system (240 watt 8 speaker systems). The true fun nature of this car comes out when pushed hard. When i drive conservately, i tend to think this is a heavy/slow car but boy when i push the pedal down and turn sharply the true nature of the car comes out.

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  Not bad... not bad at all. - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By usmcbigguns - April 20 - 4:56 pm

  Second Maxima for me and I have to say I am glad I went with another one. I am an outside sales rep and this car fits the bill perfectly, spacious, sporty, the right luxury features and Nissan reliability. My last Nissan I had (99 SE Ltd) had 176k on it when I traded it in for this car. If this one gets that same mileage I will be very happy. Ride is better then the old Max I had, turning radius is a lot larger though. Plenty of pick-up with respectable MPG. Any issues that I might have had with car I think were addressed with in the 07 Max (cheap and at first confusing controls, no aux input, cass deck? standard stability control). Great car... just buy it, you wont go wrong.

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  3rd Time Buyer, 3rd Time Lover - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By Russell K - April 5 - 11:26 am

  Wow, WOw, oh WOW!! I just bought my 3rd Nissan 4 days ago. This by far is the most amazing car I have ever purchased. As a lover of Nissan for years I have felt that love grow with the purchase of my new Maxima. I dont think I can ever be happy with any other car on the road. When my girlfriend came home with her new Mercedez-Benz last year I thought I found the car of my dreams, now I beg to differ!

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  luxurious vehicle - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By Ronald mcCray - March 23 - 4:20 pm

  Wonderful car to drive fun full of power. If there was one thin I could change would be the removal of the cassette player, then add a 6 disc cd player instead.other then that we love the car.

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  Could be better ...... - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By Warrior - March 9 - 5:20 am

  Erratic transmission shifts with the 5- speed auto. Noise in cabin after 35 MPH or on highways. Excellent suspension settings. Great exterior view.

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  A Life-long Maxima Lover..... - 2005 Nissan Maxima
  By David - February 27 - 3:50 am

  I am currently driving my 6th Maxima and they just keep getting better! I’ve never had a single thing go wrong with any of the 6 cars. I’ve had my dark blue SE for over a year now and I still notice people turning and staring when I drive by. The car is powerful and solid and is still as much fun to drive as the day I drove it off the lot. I realize that there are other quality cars out there, but I’m sorry.... the Camry and Accord and just plain BORING. If anyone is the market for a “sporty” mid-sized, four-door car, make sure you test-drive the new Maxima! You’ll fall in love!