Nissan Primera Third generation
The Nissan Primera Third generation (2002–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: P12 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,520–4,680 mm RDW | 4,565–4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,760 mm RDW | 1,760 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm RDW | 1,480–1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600–2,680 mm RDW | 2,704 mm |
| Front track | 1,518–1,528 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,508–1,518 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,245–1,355 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,345–1,455 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,770–1,940 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,300–1,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 550–725 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 200 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 163–314 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/60R16, 205/65R15, 215/50R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 65.9% (64.8–67.0) | 69.2% | 7,225 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 46.8% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 46.5% | 28.8% |
| Brakes | 43.2% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 36.7% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 25.6% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 20.5% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 16 versions of the Nissan Primera Third generation
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United Kingdom 16 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20061.8 16V Estate · 1.8 16V · 1.8 Estate and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 20061.8 16V Estate · 1.8 16V · 1.8 Estate and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 192 g/km |
| 2003–20061.8 Dual Fuel 4/5 door | 1.8 L | – | LPG | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 155 g/km |
| 20062.0 Estate · 2.0 4/5 door | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 20062.0 16V · 2.0 4/5 door | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
| 20062.0 16V Estate · 2.0 Estate | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 220 g/km |
| 20062.0 16V Estate · 2.0 16V | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 20062.2TD 102kW 4/5 door and Estate | 2.2 L | 102 kW (139 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2002–20041.8 4 door · 1.8 Estate · 1.8 4/5 door | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 2002–20041.8 4 door · 1.8 Estate · 1.8 4/5 door | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 192 g/km |
| 2002–20042.0 4 door · 2.0 Estate · 2.0 4/5 door | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 4/5 door | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 Estate | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 220 g/km |
| 2003–20042.2TD 102kW · 2.2TD 102kW 4/5 door and Estate | 2.2 L | 102 kW (139 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2002–20032.2TD 4 door | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2002–20032.2TD Estate · 2.2TD 5 door | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 161 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.