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Compare 2003 Nissan Altima specifications by trim levels

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Altima is a 5-seat Sedan from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $16,749 to $23,099, the Nissan Altima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger.

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Bulb Size

The Nissan Altima has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Nissan Altima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 26 to 29 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.40mm x 191.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Nissan Altima

  • Fuel Tank: 20 gal

  • Wheelbase: 110.2 in

  • MPG: 23 city/29 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3001 lbs

  • Tires: P205/65TR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 15.6 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.5 x 70.4 x 57.9



2003 Nissan Altima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Nissan Altima is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Altima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Nissan Altima specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 175 hp @ 6000 –
      245 hp @ 5800

    • Torque 180 lb-ft. –
      246 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.3 - 8.6 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.8 - 16.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 191.5 in

    • Width 70.4 in

    • Height 57.9 in

    • Wheelbase 110.2 in

    • Curb Weight 3001 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 103

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 20 gal

    • City 21 - 23 mpg

    • Combined 24 - 26 mpg

    • Highway 26 - 29 mpg

    • Highway range 520 - 580 mi



Specifications

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
191.50 in 191.50 in 191.50 in 191.50 in
Exterior body width
70.40 in 70.40 in 70.40 in 70.40 in
Exterior height
57.90 in 57.90 in 57.90 in 57.90 in
Horsepower
175 175 175 245
Torque
180 180 180 246
Fuel economy - city
23 mpg 23 mpg 23 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
29 mpg 29 mpg 29 mpg 26 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.40 seconds 7.40 seconds 8.60 seconds 6.30 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.90 seconds 15.90 seconds 16.50 seconds 14.80 seconds
1/4 mile speed
88 mph 88 mph 84 mph 96 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph 60 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.50/3.94 " 3.50/3.94 " 3.50/3.94 " 3.76/3.20 "
Curb weight
3001.00 lbs 3039.00 lbs 3106.00 lbs 3197.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
110.20 in 110.20 in 110.20 in 110.20 in
Front track
61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 "
Rear track
61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 "
Turning radius
18.70 18.70 18.70 19.40
Front legroom
43.90 in 43.90 in 43.90 in 43.90 in
Rear legroom
36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in
Front headroom
40.80 in 40.80 in 40.80 in 40.80 in
Rear headroom
37.60 in 37.60 in 37.60 in 37.60 in
Front hip room
53.00 in 53.00 in 53.00 in 53.00 in
Rear hip room
52.70 in 52.70 in 52.70 in 52.70 in
Front shoulder room
56.70 in 56.70 in 56.70 in 56.70 in
Rear shoulder room
56.10 in 56.10 in 56.10 in 56.10 in
Luggage volume
15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft. 15.60 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
103 cu.ft. 103 cu.ft. 103 cu.ft. 103 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
20.00 gal. 20.00 gal. 20.00 gal. 20.00 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.32 0.32 0.32

Interior Features

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 –

Exterior Features

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P205/65TR16.0 BSW AS P205/65TR16.0 BSW AS P205/65TR16.0 BSW AS P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" steel 16" steel 16" silver alloy 17" silver alloy
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass –

Seats

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
CD player
3170 3169 3170 –
Speakers
6 8 6 –

Safety and Security Features

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan

Mechanical Features

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
4.13 4.13 4.09 3.81

Other Specs

2.5 Base 4dr Sedan

2.5 S 4dr Sedan

2.5 SL 4dr Sedan

3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.