1999 Nissan Maxima, GLE or SE-L? (tires, rims, 2001, difference)

[JoshB]

I'm looking at two Maxima's both are automatics. I've owned enough manuals and want to lay off for a bit.

The SE-L is almost like the GLE just a bit more sporty ie: 5-spoke rims, spoiler, white face gauges. The SE is a Sandstone color with a tan leather interior.

The GLE is maroon and features a black leather interior with wood accents. This car doesn't have the spoiler, nor does it have the 5-spoke rims. The interior is very nice looking I like it better then the SE but I like the SE rims and body color better.

Any opinions about either trim level?

[Tennesseestorm]

Josh, have you driven either of them yet?

You may find that the Maxima GLE will have a much more soft and pleasant ride over the sporty SE.

My aunts 2001 Altima SE has a very harsh and jiggly ride. I have ride in a GXE and it was much better.

The SE Maxima may not be as harsh though.

[cdelena]

The SE has minor suspension and tire differences that make it a bit more harsh. I have a '98 and would rather have the GLE.

[JoshB]

Thanks guys. I've driven a 98 Gle and 99 SE and I noticed minor driving differences. Just mainly interior and smaller tires and different rims on the GLE. I like the sportiness of the SE with the 5-spoke rims and Spoiler but love the interior of the GLE, I wish I could have both!