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2003 Nissan Altima consumer reviews

$16,749–$17,249 MSRP range
side view of 2003 Altima Nissan
(69 reviews)
78% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 3.9
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.1
  • Reliability 3.9
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The car has been problems since day 1.

The car has been problems since day 1. From 118,000 miles to 165,000 I've had to replace or repair almost what the car is worth now to keep it going. The 4 speed auto is not good but a whole lot better than Nissan cvt transmissions. The one good thing I will give the car is it makes 175hp which for the year and weight of the car isn't terrible either.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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ac draw back

Car is great drives and handle real nice but the ac is not can not keep it working I've change almost every thing but no luck

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best ever

I have a 2003 Nissan Altima 3.5 engine love this car the best My family owns it since day#1 Never will sell 283 K miles in it and I still love it Fast powerful

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I got my moneys worth.

I bought a 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5s while in college. It had 104k when I bought it. Currently has 155k 5 years later. What I fixed along the way was 2 break calibers, a crankshaft position sensor, a gasket, a transition flush that didn't help, and a muffler that fell off. What I haven't fixed is the Check engine light (evap system) has been been on 3 years, but that's not a problem, the car shakes at idle (Motor mounts), and it shifts hard into 2nd gear and sqeeks into 3rd while whining in reverse (transmission issues). Interior materials are cheap, the plastic dash cracked long ago, and the glovebox doesn't like to stay hinged. The outside paint has rust forming around the rear wheels, the front bumper is pealing paint, and the hubcaps are pealing paint. However, the A/C and Heat work like a charm. The car always starts, and once it is up to speed (0-60 is like 20 seconds) it runs so comfortably on the highway. I consider it a great value for $6,500 close to 5 years ago because it always gets me to where I'm going and is a great car to run into the ground. I will be selling for $1k tomorrow. Thank you for the 51k miles for a net $5500.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I can say it is completely reliable.

The car is getting me to where I need to go. It was very clean and still has no problems. Would buy from here again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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awesome car

beyond all expectations great good perfect wonderful comfort smooth glides flies rocks rolls and sings. colorful stylish clean attractive and very ,very quick thank you so much

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Decent car gets you from point A to B

Great ride gets you going wherever you need to go. Reliable, comfortable and a gas saver . Gets you from point A to Point B

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2003 Nissan Altima with 38k miles!!!

2003 Nissan Altima, belongs to my grandfather. He purchased this car in 2003 from a Nissan Dealership. Always serviced it at the dealer and kept it parked in the garage. Very low miles , the car was never involved in an accident. Drives like a brand new car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great First Car! Very reliable

Very spacious sedan and well loved car, drove this car to work and home. Very comfortable car. Only filled car every 2 weeks. Great with gas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good Car if you can make the necessary repairs

clean inside and out. Gasket repair been quoted at 1250. Handles @ 50 each + repair labor--But they still work. Car drives but need to add coolant weekly

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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