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The 2009 Maxima marks a return to the longtime Nissan flagship sedan's roots as a commanding 4-door sports car. The all-new 2009 Maxima will be offered as two well-equipped models, scheduled to go on sale this summer.

"For 2009, Nissan is reclaiming its rich 4-Door Sports Car heritage with an infusion of emotional design, driving excitement and advanced technology, creating a silky, stimulating sports sedan like no other on the road today," said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc.

Chrysler will introduce a wide array of new technologies designed to enhance the customer experience, the company announced at the Society of Automotive Engineers World Congress. Included in the technologies are an in-vehicle wireless Internet connectivity system, Rear Cross Path and Blind Spot Monitoring systems, plus a uniquely combined active transfer case and front-axle disconnect system.

The New Beetle convertible is available in Black, Laser Blue, Gecko Green, Salsa Red, Harvest Moon and Sunflower Yellow. The sedan is available in Platinum Gray and Reflex Silver. The 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible start at $17,365 for the hard-top and $23,125 for the soft-top.

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