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Compare 2003 Nissan Maxima specifications by trim levels

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

With the price tag ranging from $24,899 to $27,549, the Nissan Maxima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, BMW 328, Buick LaCrosse.

Overview

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Bulb Size

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

The Nissan Maxima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 26 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.30mm x 191.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Nissan Maxima

  • Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 108.3 in

  • MPG: 20 city/26 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3242 lbs

  • Tires: P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 15.1 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.5 x 70.3 x 56.3



2003 Nissan Maxima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Nissan Maxima is offered in 3 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 Maxima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

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

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 255 hp @ 5800

    • Torque 246 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.2 - 6.7 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.7 - 15 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 191.5 in

    • Width 70.3 in

    • Height 56.3 in

    • Wheelbase 108.3 in

    • Curb Weight 3242 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 102

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 18.5 gal

    • City 20 - 21 mpg

    • Combined 23 - 25 mpg

    • Highway 26 - 28 mpg

    • Highway range 481 - 518 mi



Specifications

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
191.50 in 191.50 in 191.50 in
Exterior body width
70.30 in 70.30 in 70.30 in
Exterior height
56.30 in 56.70 in 57.10 in
Horsepower
255 255 255
Torque
246 246 246
Fuel economy - city
20 mpg 21 mpg 20 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
26 mpg 28 mpg 26 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.70 seconds 6.20 seconds 6.70 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.00 seconds 14.70 seconds 15.00 seconds
1/4 mile speed
94 mph 96 mph 94 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 61 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.76/3.20 " 3.76/3.20 " 3.76/3.20 "
Curb weight
3242.00 lbs 3220.00 lbs 3308.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
108.30 in 108.30 in 108.30 in
Front track
60.20 " 59.80 " 59.80 "
Rear track
59.40 " 59.10 " 59.10 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70
Front legroom
43.90 in 43.90 in 43.90 in
Rear legroom
36.20 in 36.20 in 36.20 in
Front headroom
40.50 in 40.50 in 40.50 in
Rear headroom
37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in
Front hip room
55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in
Rear hip room
53.70 in 53.70 in 53.70 in
Front shoulder room
56.90 in 56.90 in 56.90 in
Rear shoulder room
56.20 in 56.20 in 56.20 in
Luggage volume
15.10 cu.ft. 15.10 cu.ft. 15.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
15.10 cu.ft. 15.10 cu.ft. 15.10 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
102 cu.ft. 102 cu.ft. 102 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
18.50 gal. 18.50 gal. 18.50 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.31 0.32

Interior Features

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1
Compass
2841 – –

Exterior Features

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" silver alloy 17" 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 –

Seats

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Speakers
6 6 7
Amplifier
premium – –

Safety and Security Features

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Door curb lights
2 2 2

Mechanical Features

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
3.79 3.81 3.79
Locking/limited slip differential
3816 – –

Other Specs

GXE 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

GLE 4dr Sedan
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.