Nissan Primera Hatchback (2002 - 2006) 2.2dCi S (138ps) 5d (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sucker for buying it

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Think they have all been put off purchasing a Nissan in the future

Would you buy this car again and why?

no, i have been let down to many times. To many things to list that are wrong with it.

What are you likely to buy next?

Anything that is German (VW or BMW).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,550

When did you buy the car?

March 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Car was for sale at £2700 and managed to get it knocked down to £2550. Thought i was getting a good deal... i was wrong!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Old car broke-down and a replacement was required a.s.a.p

What was the dealer like?

Very kind, professional & helpful. However knowledge of the car was very limited.

What's it like to drive?

Okay. Very light steering, not so good when parking or at high speeds (70mph). Gears are clunky and the seats have very little support resulting in all passengers commenting on this.

What's it like to park?

Not so good, very light steering but turning circle makes you look like you cant drive. Very poor visability at the rear and hard to judge where the front of the car starts.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes, on many occasions i have been let down by its reliability. Breakdown recovery have been called out on several occasions due to a faulty Common Rail Sensor, of which the sensor cannot be purchased separately you need to purchase the whole common rail set-up for £400 from Nissan. Of which the new one has also failed!!! Also very squeaky brakes even after covering over 5,000 miles. Initial engine start up idol sounds appauling and sounds like it will cut-out at any time. (and it does) Rubbish centre console system, very user unfriendly and the fuel consumption is approx 25-30mpg, not the 46 as per Nissan quote.

What's most practical about your car?

Huge boot! Thats it!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Nothing