The 2005 Nissan Maxima belongs to the car's sixth generation. Available trims included the 3.5 SE and 3.5 SL. Powering the Maxima was a 3.5-liter V6 engine delivering 265 horsepower, mated to a five-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. Front-wheel drive was standard across all models. Safety features for this year included standard ABS, traction control, front and side-impact airbags, and optional stability control. Inside, the Maxima boasted a sophisticated cabin featuring an optional navigation system and a standard eight-speaker stereo system with a 6-disc in-dash CD changer. This model year also saw the introduction of Nissan's revolutionary Skyview panoramic glass-paneled roof.