Used 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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A good car with some kinks
Glenn J. darro, Brooklyn, NY, 02/22/2016
updated 05/16/2019
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought my 03, 2.5 Altima with 38,000 miles on it. I now have driven it another 75,000 miles ( odometer reads113,000 miles). In that time my car has never failed. however, there were repairs. following is a list of those repairs: 2 motor mounts at about 60K Coil at about 75K Crankshaft position sensor at about 60K Radiator replacement at about 60K Fuel pump at about 90K Pre-catalytic converter at 110K I love the way this car handles. The engine is peppy for a 4cyl. but sometimes I wish it was faster off the line. It is definitely a driver's car, though. It handles winding roads like a sports car, and the braking is excellent The ride is not cushy, but that's ok. The seating is quite comfortable. Update: My Altima has 151000 miles on it now, with no major issues. The engine still has a lot of power, but it is a bit noisier and burns a little oil.
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I Would Have Gone With the Honda Accord
YSSMAN, 05/22/2006
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This was the second Altima we had in our family, the first being a '96. I'm glad I was not the one who bought the car, because I hated it. Simply put, the interior of the car is one of the worst I have seen in a long time, far worse than any interior you have seen in a GM product. Sure, it was purchased on a great deal, but the combination of mouse-fur seats and Tupperware plastics was a huge letdown. Too bad the car didn't have a manual transmission, as I'm sure it would have been fun to drive with some involvement. Still, I'm glad I didn't spend the money on the car...
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SRyan, 10/15/2004
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's been a year, and I still love my Altima. My complaint (and this is a BIG one since I live in upstate NY) is that snow gathers and packs under the wheel wells and makes it dangerous/ a pain in the neck in the winter. Also, the passenger door is heavy/ sticks and the gas mileage is not as good as they claim. But... she is reliable, stylish, fast and smooth to drive. 22,000 miles in one year with no problems. Fits 5 adults comfortably- my coworkers love the cupholders in the back seat! Love the racing shift and the new design- sporty but classy!
Never buy Nissan
Dillon, Andover, MN, 02/11/2016
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2003 Nissan Altima with 165,000 miles on it about 4 months ago. In those 4 months I had to replace; camshaft position sensor, radio, 2 door handles, and alternator. Before the timing chain skipped a few teeth at 169,000 miles. It's just a money pit I'm getting rid of it. Anybody need a parts car?
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The altima is a great car
maria, 12/11/2002
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is great. Ive had a Maxima before this, and it doesnt even compare. The stario system is especially great. There is also alot more room, too.
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