The 2003 Sentra SE-R Spec V offers a whole new performance feel with its new six-speed close-ratio manual transmission and limited-slip differential. For 2003, the SER-Spec V is fitted with new seat cloth (black with silver inserts) and is now available in Sunburst (yellow) exterior colour. SE-R and SE-R Spec V are geared to the true performance-minded driver. Highlights of the 2003 Sentra SE-R performance sedan include:
Body
- • Nissan Skyline-style front fascia with mesh grille and large fog lights
- Body-colour side sill extensions and rear spoiler
- New Sunburst (yellow) exterior colour
Engine and Driveline
- 16-valve 2.5-litre DOHC 4-cylinder producing 175 horsepower and 180 ft-lbs of torque (SE-R Spec V) 165 horsepower and 175 ft-lbs of torque (SE-R)
- Six-speed, close-ratio manual transmission (SE-R Spec V), five-speed manual transmission or four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission (SE-R)
- Helical limited-slip front differential (SE-R Spec V)
Suspension, Steering and Braking
- Sport-tuned MacPherson strut front suspension; large front and rear stabilizer bars; front strut tower brace
- Sport-tuned rear Multi Link Beam™ suspension
- Four-wheel disc brakes with available ABS
- SE-R Spec V features increased spring rates and 17-inch alloy wheels and tires
Interior Features
- Air-conditioning standard on SE-R and Spec V
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob (SE-R)
- Skyline-style sports seats with new black and silver accents (SE-R Spec V)
- Available nine-speaker 300-watt Rockford Fosgate® audio system with 8-inch subwoofer
Safety and Security
- New Personal Security Package with four-wheel ABS and front-seat side-impact airbags
- Second generation supplemental air bags
- Available Vehicle Security System with Immobilizer
Manufacturing
- Exterior designed at Nissan Design America (NDA), La Jolla, Cal., and Nissan Technical Center North America, Farmington Hills, Mich., (NTCNA-FH)
Interior designed at Nissan Design Europe (NDE), NDA and NTCNA-FH - Assembled by Nissan Mexicana SA de CV (NMEX-DF), Aguascalientes, Mexico
Issued by Nissan