Overview & Reviews

Since the Maxima was updated last year and is scheduled for a redesign in 2004, there are no major changes in store for the family sedan in 2003. There's a Titanium Edition package available for the SE and side airbags are now standard on GLEs.

• Impressively powerful V6 engine, sports car moves, availability of premium features, plenty of room for five adults.

• High price, rough ride quality with SE suspension.

User Reviews:

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  THE CAR THE DOES NOT LEAVE YOU STRANDED - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By CALVIN - August 18 - 10:00 am

  OWNED A 1994 MAXIMA FOR 10 YEARS. GIVING IT TO MY SON. WELL KEPT, A MAXIMA SHOULD LAST FOREVER. WILL PROBOBLY OWN A 2013!

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  A 10+ car - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By AlarmGy - August 12 - 10:00 am

  I love this car. It is the most fun to drive car Ive had in years. When I first saw it, I thought OK, it looks nice. But as soon as I drove it I knew I was going to buy it. Ive had the same reaction from everyone whos been behind the wheel. The ride is a little stiff, due to its sport suspension, but if you can get past that, youll really like this machine. It really is 10+.

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  Really great car - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By rbagnate - August 10 - 12:04 pm

  Ive always liked the 5th gen Maxima. I finally had the chance to get one from California. Purchased August 2014 with 50,000 original miles from an elderly couple that took real good care of it. I live in Colorado and book the trip to Dublin CA. Drove the car back and got 32mpg, she did great! One issue the radio had to be replaced and the power coming from the engine...WOW! So far Ive added 12,000 miles driving for work out of state and Im happy I bought the car. This car was immaculate inside and out.

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  Nissan Maxima SE - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By 2003Nissan Maxima - August 4 - 2:06 am

  Problem free car---rides smooth-shifts real easy into drive--driver seating adjustable and comfortable--you must adjust to the turning radius of the car which can easily be done--speed pickup is remarkable when needed-trunk room is morethan generous-have one minor key scratch on trunk to be repaired--cost about $150

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  Riding in comfort and style - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By Eileen - July 4 - 10:00 am

  Having driven a mini van for 10 years followed by a Jeep Cherokee for five years, Im fully pleased and impressed with my new Maxima! There isnt anything I dont like about it. I would recommend this car to everyone.

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  All round great car. - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By max1970 - June 27 - 2:00 am

  The nissan maxima is an all round great afordable car. It has the performance of a sports car the head and leg room and comfort of on of those $40,000+ luxury cars. And not to mention the reliabilty of Nissan. I would recomend this car to anyone in the market for a quick great handling put the kids in the back type of afordable car.

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  Maxima love. - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By Jeff - May 23 - 2:14 am

  No complaints except for the typical radio problems. Other then that I love this car, I have owned a few Nissan cars and trucks and this is bye far the best. Got my first Maxima 03 SE with 174,000 and its still like a new car. Love it. And not to mention only paid $1,800. Best deal ever.

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  Nice job, Nissan - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By Hithere - May 22 - 10:00 am

  Ive been wanting to get a Maxima ever since I read a review about the fantastic engine it has several years ago. I have not been disappointed. The powerplant in this car seems to be frustrated at my holding it back while it wants to burn rubber like a maniac. I bought practically the base model, it it has great standard features.

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  Nice Car // SE - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By Rnelson108 - May 10 - 2:00 am

  I love this car. It is a blast to drive with 255HP and the sport suspension. The fit and finish is great. The only knocks against the car are the things that make it fun. It requires 92 Octane fuel (top 10 ratesd engine). The SE suspension can be little rough (all the more fun to salom between the manholes) The 17" wheels /tires can get a little dicey in the snow. I look for reasons to take the car out.

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  Outstanding car! - 2003 Nissan Maxima
  By David4291 - April 29 - 10:00 am

  Gorgeous car! Wickedly powerful, especially above 3000 rpm. Quiet, solid, well-handling; sized right for me.