Overview & Reviews

For 2003, there is a new 2.5 Limited Edition trim, which includes GXE front fascia styling, the 165-horsepower QR25 4-cylinder engine, standard automatic transmission, standard Antilock Braking System (ABS) and side-impact supplemental airbags. The Sentra CA model is no longer available as all 1.8-liter engine-equipped Sentra XE and GXE models sold with California emission specifications offer zero evaporative emissions and meet SULEV (Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicles) standards. Other changes this year include a new power steering ratio for XE and GXE, a revised six-speed manual transmission for SE-R Spec V model and a new bright yellow exterior paint color for the SE-R and SE-R Spec V.

• Pleasing cabin design, SULEV emissions for California-sold cars, 165-horsepower SE-R sport version, fun to drive.

• Generic styling, Limited Edition and SE-R Spec V models command premium price.

User Reviews:

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  Buck Bangin Silver Bullet - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By Spec Vicious - January 3 - 10:00 am

  ABS/Side Air Bags, Audio Fanatic, Sunroof packages. Im already surprised at neck snapping performance. I havent experienced the torque steer problems yet, but Im driving conservatively during break in. Stock Contis have me worried for wet weather, so Im already planning to replace them. Rockford Fosgate system sounds better than BOSE in Mercedes and Volvo for rock, jazz and classical. Shifter feels precise but clutch pedal travel is a little long. Brakes feel great and stop with authority. Instrument cover is cloudy with inside smudges. Ride is firm but not uncomfortable, a great compromise.

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  Spec V - it does a body good! - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By donman - January 3 - 10:00 am

  I wanted to replace my 2001 Z24. This car was everything I wanted, plus I get a huge Nissan supplier discount (got it for just over $15k) so there was no competition in this class. Plenty of power, nice seats, GREAT suspension, yummy exhaust sound. The base stereo is adequate, but I wish they had one with the upgrade on the lot. The six-speed shifts nicely all the way up until you go for sixth gear. The limited-slip differential can catch you by surprise if you havent experienced one before.

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  econmy car that doesnt act economy - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By actionjackson - January 3 - 2:00 am

  Bought the SE-R this weekend, fun car, excellent price at 15,700 with .9% apr

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  2003 Sentra GXE - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By steve01 - December 6 - 10:00 am

  Great little starter car. I purchased it with the synergy package that included power options (windows, steering, etc) along with fog lights and a rear spoiler. One annoying thing concerns the gas cap. If it is not put on tight, the "service engine soon" light comes on and takes days to reset unless you take it in to get evaluated and reset at the dealer. Air conditioner is a bit on the weak side also. Overall, I have been very pleased with the car!

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  03 Spec V - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By JJF - November 9 - 5:23 pm

  I have had my Spec V for a few months now and I would say that it is an excellent vehicle. Handling is great the accl. is very aggressive and fun (for anything, especially a 4 cyl.) and the vehicle seems to be put together very well. You can even feel it when you open and close the doors. Limited slip is a great feature that is tough to find in vehicles within this price range. When the secondaries open up at 5000 rpm, you can really hear it, very nice sound. I really do like this car, and I have had several different sports cars and this one is the most well rounded vehicle that I have owned. This car is so fun to drive, you will love it go ahead, buy one!!!!!!!!

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  nissans are the best - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By amandab - November 4 - 2:00 am

  i feel comfortable in it, i can wake up and know it will ride like a dream every morning. very comfortable, and great with gas, that helps with me going to school full time

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  Got what I paid for and more - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By wwjd180 - October 5 - 10:00 am

  Considering the fact that my old Sentra drove 193,000 before someone turned into the front of it,I went out to purchase another one.I purchased it with the Synergy package and the side airbags/anti lock brakes.I do wish that Nissan would work on the overall build quality with the sentra.For example, the window trimming would become disaligned upon lowing the rear window.The dealer fixed it immediately.The car is quick in comparison to the others in its class. The car is certainly fun to drive, and the sound system is wonderful. Be careful however of the stiffer steering wheel which took me some getting used to, as well as the slight torche steer.

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  awesome car - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By BaBabooey - September 10 - 10:00 am

  the car is great.. this is my 1st car & i am thrilled w/ it. im glad i picked this over the civic - its nicer lookin, more horse & more fun to drive

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  Very good commute car - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By kangaroo - September 3 - 2:00 am

  Bought this car for commute purpose. With Synergy Package. Worth the price.

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  Sentra GXE 2003 - 2003 Nissan Sentra
  By Yves Boisvert - August 28 - 2:00 am

  Up to date, my experience is wonderful, before I bought this car I had a road test with the Hyundai Elentra VE but even if the performance are better with the Elentra, the interior is too much better in the Sentra. I bought the luxury package that game me the 15" mag wheels, in dash compartment and 180 audio system + more... and I appreciate it. The look of the car is impressive ( vibrant blue ) and interior look is just perfect. For fuel economy, i cant really express my self, im little disapointed cause it is too much for now, buy I have only 2500 miles done yet. My m/gal will improve soon im sure of that im not worry.