St. Peters, MO -- (SBWIRE) --10/12/2011 -- St. Charles Nissan is pleased to announce the availability of the all-new 2012 Nissan Maxima at its St. Louis Nissan dealership. Designated as a four-door sports sedan, the 2012 Nissan Maxima provides luxury and performance with a powerful engine, bold styling, and a lavish interior.

The 2012 Nissan Maxima is available in two models: the S and SV. Both trims feature a 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine, continuously variable transmission, and front-wheel drive. Able to out-accelerate and out-handle many in its class, the Maxima generally outperforms the competition. The exterior styling of the new Maxima appears to draw influence from Nissan’s sports car line giving it a bold look. The interior is both comfortable and luxurious with a strong list of standard features and user-friendly cabin electronics.

New for 2012, the Nissan Maxima has a redesigned exterior with a new front grille design, rear combination lights and 18-inch and 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. The 2012 Maxima is also available in two new exterior colors: Java Metallic and Dark Slate. A new Limited Edition 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5S model has also been introduced with features including high intensity headlights, fog lights, a rear spoiler, outside mirror turn signals and an integrated compass in the review mirror.

The 2012 Nissan Maxima also comes with an array of standard safety features, including six airbags, anti-lock brakes, and Vehicle Dynamic Control and Traction Control systems.

These features are all part of the Nissan Safety Shield, a comprehensive approach to safety and protection that helps build confidence and restore safe driving conditions. The 2012 Nissan Maxima also received the federal government’s top score of five stars in rollover tests.

If interested in the new 2012 Nissan Maxima now available at St. Charles Nissan, please visit the dealer to test drive the new Maxima model. St. Charles Nissan’s friendly sales staff will be happy to assist in finding the perfect Nissan model to driver’s needs. View Nissan inventory online at Nissan.stcharlesauto.com/new-inventory or follow St. Charles Nissan at http://www.facebook.com/StCharlesNissan.

About St. Charles Nissan
St. Charles Nissan is proud to serve the St. Louis, MO area. Carrying a full line of new and used Nissan cars, St. Charles Nissan offers the ultimate selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The knowledgeable and award-winning service department is ready to assist with all repairs and maintenance needs. The parts department offers the latest and best variety of Nissan parts and accessories. St. Charles Nissan strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction for each visit.