One of the models that ensured the emancipation of Nissan in North America will soon be discontinued, at least in its current form. The Nissan Maxima, one of the last full-size sedans sold in the North American market, will no longer be produced starting next year, the magazine has learned. Car & Driver.
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The one Nissan calls its “four-door sports car” has an almost confidential circulation in the country. Barely 481 Maximas found takers in Canada last year. It’s not improving either, as evidenced by sales of just 304 units since the start of the year. This eighth generation is competent, but its CVT gearbox and the lack of development of its engine and its platform – only traction – do nothing to help its cause since its launch in 2015. Long are the days when we could order equipped with a manual transmission to spice up the driving experience somewhat.
The Nissan Maxima has been available on the Canadian market since 1981, when the Datsun 810 Maxima was introduced. It went through many evolutionary phases, including the transition to a traction architecture in 1985. This combination will accompany it until the end, just like the six-cylinder which will always have been part of its arsenal.
Certainly, his departure is not surprising, while Nissan orchestrates its electric shift. The brand has also specified to Car & Driver “wanting to prioritize its electric vehicles” and “stay tuned for news on the Maxima”. This suggests that she could survive in an electrical form. To be continued, then.