The Maxima was unveiled at the April 2015 New York Auto Show. Sporting an athletic body redesign, it features Nissan 's "Four - Door Sports Car '' positioning, a return to a marketing term used on the Third Generation J30 series (1988 - 1992). The vehicle is 82 pounds lighter than before, and it presents the revamped interior taking inspiration from aerospace. The VQ35DE engine was carried over with minor updates and 10 hp (7.5 kW) more power, now rated at 300 hp (224 kW) and 261 lb ft (354 N m) of torque. The Maxima is available with nine exterior color options and five trim levels: S, SV, SL, SR, and Platinum.
when did nissan change the maxima body style
April 2015