The 2016 Nissan Maxima is from the vehicle's eighth generation and known for its sporty driving dynamics. It's a full-size sedan featuring a 300-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is standard. '16 Maxima comes in five trim levels: S, SV, SL, SR, and Platinum. The Maxima's upscale interior is highlighted by a standard 8-inch touchscreen with Nissan Connect infotainment system, including navigation, hands-free text messaging and Siri Eyes Free. Key safety features include standard Predictive Forward Collision Warning and an available Driver Attention Alert system, plus the usual airbags and stability control systems. For 2016, Maxima redesign introduced a new exterior style and a premium, driver-focused interior with sport-styled front seats, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and ambient lighting.