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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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Can you spell A-M-A-Z-I-N-G?!?

I'm 17 years old and this is my first car. I have the 2.5S and it's everything i need in a car. I'm a huge speed demon and this car gives me what I want :-) It's really peppy!!! I would put this car up against any 4 cylinder out there!! Gas mileage is really good in my opinion. [Memphis and back (about 250 miles) and only used 1/2 tank!). This car makes me want to take long trips because the stereo is awesome, the air conditioner and the heater are very responsive, passing people is a joy, the car handles curves wonderfully, and the engine sounds awesome when roaring!!! It's always turning heads and people can't believe it's just a 4cyl, they always think it's a V6 under the hood. Also, my car had 140,000 miles on it and it runs like a champ and it feels really well built and solid. I LOVE IT!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Value for money

I bought this car with 68,000 miles, now I have over 90,000 miles and no major repairs. the car is a little noisy when you step on gas. Very good handling. Awesome, I would definately reccomend it to a friend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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'03 Altima

Bought this car used with 31000 miles. This car performs like our Toyotas and is larger than the Honda Accord that I previously owned. Gas mileage is about 26 miles per gallon overall but is decent for a mid sized sedan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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good cheap ride

Is not a 5 stars car but for the price i paid is good. Have some wierd noise because the engine shakes to much and has a loosed heat shield who mahe weird sound but is not a big deal.

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

I bought this 2003 Nissan Altima in 2002 NEW 59 miles, I now have 92000 miles, no major repairs. The car still looks good and rides good.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Extremely Reliable Transportation

The Altima 2.5s has been nothing but great in the 180000 miles I have put on it. Have had no major problems what so ever. I only recently replaced the battery but thats it. Handles great but is pretty low on power but if that does not bother you its a great car for reliable transportation.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
3.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This is an awesome car

This car is very reliable. I put over 400,000 miles on mine and it still runs great. This car is a good value for the money. I would totally buy another. You cant beat a nissan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Yes, I do recomend this car

Just bought this car and absolutly love it. I drove over 50 honda's , camery's and audi's. This drove the best, looked the best and price was lower than all of them. Do your self a favor and buy an altima.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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amazing car

amazing car! ive had mine since i bought it new and have only had to replace the brakes!! i would reccomend this car to anyone

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Wish it performed like it looked and sounded

I bought this car used about 73000 miles on it, the upgraded version with the Bose, leather, moonroof, etc in it because it looks great on the inside and out and the sound system is fantastic in it. I drove an 05 and like the handling but wanted the same car for less so went down a few years. If all you need to do is ride strait, listen to music and feel great about how your car looks and sounds this is a perfect car. When you punch it about anywhere, in town or highway, there is a serious jolt and as it switches gears that is very annoying. Also the car started making rattling noises under the hood sometimes when I started it and it sat in idle for a short period. My friend who's a mechanic said it was just the lifters and nothing serious but the noise was bothersome. Also turning radius is terrible and a bumpy ride on the road.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
3.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
2.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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