We never thought someday we’d get excited so much about a Nissan four-door sedan, but with the new Nissan Maxima they have a created something that does that to any car guy. It’s a practical, good-looking, 300 horsepower sedan that starts at just $32,560. What’s not to like?

That is the starting price for a 2017 Nissan Maxima S which comes as standard with NissanConnectSM with Navigation featuring Apple CarPlay system. There are four more trim levels of SV ($34,540), SL ($37,040), SR ($37,820), and Platinum ($39,990) for those who want more luxury. But all version of the new Maxima are powered by the same brilliant engine.

The 3.0 liter VQ-series V6 engine in the 2017 Nissan Maxima develops 300 horsepower and is mated to a performance-oriented Xtronic transmission. Rated at 30 mpg, this engine, combined with the Maxima’s four wheel independent suspension, delivers a nice blend of comfort, performance and economy that will definitely give this car’s Korean rivals, such as Hyundai Azera, a good run for their money.

Among the most notable features of the new Maxima, depending on the trim level and optional packages, we can mention Active Noise Cancellation, Bose audio system, 19 inch wheels, LED Interior Accent Lighting, Ascot premium leather, and a range of safety features including Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Blind Spot Warning (BSW), and…