The new images, which were leaked by Almuraba, reveal interior styling that is far sportier than we’ve come to expect from the Maxima. Looking like a proper cockpit, the 2016 Maxima features a high center console with a stubby shift lever adding to its sporting aura. The center console also looks to be slightly angled toward the driver, creating a wrap-around sensation.
Although paddle shifters appear to be absent, the Maxima’s steering wheel does feature a motor sports-inspired D=shaped rim. Behind resides two analog gauges with a larger LCD screen positioned in between.
Nissan has already unveiled the exterior styling of the new Maxima, which resembles the Nissan Sports Sedan Concept shown in Detroit last year. The 2016 Maxima wears Nissan’s “V-motion” front end and shares the Nissan Murano concept’s “floating” roof design.
Under hood we’re expecting a 3.5L V6 with at least 300 horsepower on tap. Like the Ford Taurus and Chevrolet Impala, the 2016 Maxima will employ front-wheel drive rather than the sportier rear-wheel drive setup found in the Dodge Charger.
Be sure to check back for more details on the all-new 2016 Nissan Maxima in the coming weeks.
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