Nissan Altima III
The Nissan Altima III (2002–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: L31 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,864–4,884 mm |
| Width | – | 1,788 mm |
| Height | – | 1,471 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,799 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,917 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
4,119 complaints for model years 2002–2006. 175 crashes · 76 fires · 177 injuries · 2 deaths
- Engine 2,064
- Body and structure 773
- Electrical system 288
- Transmission and drivetrain 118
- Speed control 106
- Airbags 101
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 12 versions of the Nissan Altima III
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2006CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 2002–2006 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 2002–2006 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2005–2006 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2005–2006CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2002–2004CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
Canada 6 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2006Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.2–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–242 g/km |
| 2002–2006Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.8–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 225–237 g/km |
| 2002–2006Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.1–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255–262 g/km |
| 2005–2006Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 11.0–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–255 g/km |
| 2005–2006Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.3–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260–262 g/km |
| 2002–2004Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.0–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 276–278 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.