2003
Nissan Maxima

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  • 4dr Sdn GXE Auto
    Starts at
    $24,899
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn SE Manual
    Starts at
    $25,649
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn SE Auto
    Starts at
    $25,649
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLE Auto
    Starts at
    $27,549
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Nissan Maxima base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

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Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
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84-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 44 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.5
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

By Computernaut from Edmonton, AB
Owns this car
April 25, 2024

Always a pleasure to drive!

I've owned one of these for just over a year and put about 10,000km on it (225,000 to 235,000). The good: -Performance is amazing and the car has plenty of pep. -Handling is phenomenal and it feels lighter than it is. You can really toss this thing around without issue. -Interior looks sharp, although mine is beginning to wear a little; still, good condition for the year. -Very minimal rust especially given the age and mileage. -Interesting and unique exterior design (it doesn't really look like anything else on the road). -Amazing visibility thanks to large windows, minimal tint, and a low "belt line." -Good steering feel; I always felt like I knew what was going on. The bad: -The 6-speed manual has slightly jerky shifts and is geared very low. Nissan recommends shifting into 6th gear at only 80km/h so highway driving it done at a high RPM. -The clutch has a long, stiff travel and an abrupt bite-point right in the middle. You have to move your left foot up two inches, carefully ease the next inch, and then up the rest of the way. I got used to it, but it's a challenging manual compared to most. -Side mirrors are weirdly small; I had to rely on the windshield-mounted mirror a lot more than on other cars (thankfully rear-visibility is exceptional). Summary: An excellent drivers car. I found it very engaging and driving it was always a blast. Sad to have to let it go, but mine was not well taken car of by previous owners and has too many small (often cosmetic) issues to be worth completely repairing.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 2.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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By Ken from Peterborough, Ontario
Owns this car
May 15, 2023

Hey guys I just bought this car in 2022 November..

Hey guys I just bought this car in 2022 November and now we in May 2023 I can say I was lucky to have one for 1500 on 86000km on dash and I’m happy. The car has had a few maintenance do it as it came in with spark plug issues and such and all I can say is in this Canadian weather bearing how old she is, she’s done it ! And now we in summer and I can’t get enough she’s my first car as I’m in college my last year. Hoping to keep her afee months then sell her off she’s amazing !!! I’m surprised how she still runs 20yrs after and yea she’s fast asf !!! 275hp or something like that!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Nissan Maxima?

The 2003 Nissan Maxima is available in 3 trim levels:

  • GLE (1 style)
  • GXE (1 style)
  • SE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Nissan Maxima?

The 2003 Nissan Maxima offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 Nissan Maxima reliable?

The 2003 Nissan Maxima has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Nissan Maxima owners.

Is the 2003 Nissan Maxima a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Nissan Maxima. 93.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 44 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 4.4

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