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Used 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Terrible car; terrible company

Evan, 03/08/2008
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased this car brand new, and had problems from day 1. 6 recalls in the first 3 years; should have been a clue. Once I hit about 60K the maintenance got very expensive, than at 90K a very common problem, the catalytic converter went and caused engine damage, after $1000 in repairs, I cut my losses and sold it before the engine got worse. This seems to be all to common on this car, so be wear! I would not recommend any nissan product to anyone.

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4 out of 5 stars

2003/1

flyer1, 03/07/2008
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has very very serious control problems on icy roads. Dealer no help. Changed tires, etc. but to no avail. This is our last Altima because it borders on dangerous to drive in icy conditions.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Cat Converter Break Down-NEW ENGINE 2.5

BUYER BEWARE, 11/05/2008
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Loved when car when I 1st bought it. Owned for 18 months and now they will not back their products. My oil has been changed every 2500 miles all necessary maintenance. Now my check engine light went on 2 weeks ago. I take 2 Auto Zone and receive the infamous P0420 Code! I change spark plugs thinking it's minor. Nope I need an entire new engine for 4500.00. Catalytic broke down & as this happened the pieces were sucked into the engine and it ruined the rings inside the engine. SERVICE ENGINE SOON light came on 2 weeks ago! Also causing the oil consumption Problem. "Regional Specialist" NO HELP. I take care of my car.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great Highway Car

matthew, 05/06/2008
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought car with 5000 miles, dealer demo. So far, has been great. Bought to use as commuter so I can keep truck for towing. Overall, I love the car. Handles great. Secure driving in the rain and snow. Installed Bridgestone Turanzas, made huge improve in overall handling and foul weather performance. Accelerates decent with 2.5, great gas mileage. With my new job I am now driving 100+ miles a day, and on the highway it is great. Average 27 mpg at 75 mph. Good NDSS sound system, decent features for base car. Seats are awesome. Interior quality not great, nothing really broke on car but I am careful with her. Reliability so far great. Now has 54,000 miles, still love it. Overall, great car!

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Front Bumper

Joyceb5, 03/04/2003
Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Very, Very disapointed in quality of bumper. Snow bank damage suffered and have to go to a body shop for repair. Dealership could not fix. Can't believe all the plastic on this vehicle. Will be sending a letter to Nissan Corporate, will trade in as soon as feasible & will not recommend nor will I purchase another!

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