Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V has been produced from January, 2003 to December, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 146 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Nissan Primera 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 2.7 litres.
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Nissan real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Nissan Primera fuel consumption.

Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V technical data
Model: | Nissan Primera 1.6 i 16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2007. December | ||
Engine: | 1596 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 109 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 146 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 (combined) 9.3 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.57m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1812 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1790 kg |
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V engine QG16DE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1597 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Primera 2003 1.6 i 16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 2.7 litres (2.9 quarts) |
Power | 100 - 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 - 165 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
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All Nissan Primera hatchback [2003 - 2008] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |