Nissan Primera 2003 Hatchback

This generation of Nissan Primera has been produced from January, 2003 to January, 2008. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Nissan is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.0 litres and power of from 109 to 140 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 1.9 to 2.2 litres and power of from 120 to 138 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (5 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.

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Nissan Primera 2003 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.2 to 8.8 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.7 to 6.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Nissan Primera 2003 hatchback petrol engine version is Nissan Primera 1.6 i 16V, consuming 7.2 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Nissan Primera 2003 hatchback diesel - Nissan Primera 1.9 DCi for 100 kilometers consumes 5.7 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Nissan Primera real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 9 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +9% for petrol engines and +9% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Nissan Primera modification.

Nissan Primera 2003 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 177 to 209 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 151 to 168 grams per kilometer. From Nissan Primera with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Nissan Primera 1.8 which produces an average of 177 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Nissan Primera diesels least CO2 distributes Nissan Primera 1.9 DCi - 151 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.8 seconds has Nissan Primera 2.0 version, conversely the tardiest one is Nissan Primera 1.8 reaching this speed only in 13.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 209 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 140 hp version (Nissan Primera 2.0).

Lenght of Nissan Primera is 457 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Nissan Primera is about 5 cm longer than Toyota Avensis hatchback, but 3 cm shorter than Opel Vectra. Nissan Primera gross weight is from 1790 to 1940 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 6 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Nissan Primera trunk space is 450 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1812 litres.

This Nissan is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 1600 $. Users calculated Nissan Primera 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2500 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 46%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 27% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Nissan Primera for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Nissan Primera prices and costs.

Nissan Primera modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V Jan 2003 — Dec 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 109 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Nissan Primera 2004 1.8 Aug 2004 — Jan 2008 1.8 Petrol 116 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Nissan Primera 2004 1.8 Aug 2004 — Jan 2008 1.8 Petrol 116 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Nissan Primera 2004 1.9 DCi Aug 2004 — Mar 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Nissan Primera 2004 2.0 Aug 2004 — Jan 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 140 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Nissan Primera 2004 2.0 Aug 2004 — Jan 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (140 HP)

2.0 Petrol 140 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic
Nissan Primera 2004 2.2 DCi Aug 2004 — Mar 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (138 HP)

2.2 Diesel 138 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Nissan Primera service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Nissan Primera prices

Nissan Primera 2003 - 2008 hatchback price in Latvia is from 900 $ to 2600 $.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Nissan Primera price is average - Nissan Primera is approximately for 10 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2003 - 2008 prices). The reason of Nissan Primera low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Nissan Primera 2007 price 1100 $ 1800 $ 2600 $
Nissan Primera 2005 price 900 $ 1600 $ 2300 $
Nissan Primera 2004 price 1300 $ 1400 $ 1800 $
Nissan Primera 2003 price 1300 $ 1600 $ 1900 $

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Nissan Primera reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Nissan Primera reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2012 defects were detected in an average of 22.3 percent of Nissan Primera of this generation (on average 7 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 15.6%.

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Nissan Primera 2003 hatchback features (options)

Percentage of Nissan Primera with corresponding feature (option)

Climate control
84%
Conditioning
70%
Metallic paint
61%
Rain sensor
50%
Adjustable steering wheel
48%
Rear-view camera
43%
Cruise control
32%
Navigation
23%
Heated seats
21%
Xenon headlights
19%

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Nissan Primera reviews

Total 5 Nissan Primera owner reviews

Nissan Primera 2005 Estate car/wagon Diesel 2.2 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2014 (age of car 9 years) Owned for:35`000 kilometers (2 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total car rating:
5
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   female, age 50
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