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2003 Toyota Camry consumer reviews

$19,045–$22,260 MSRP range
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(95 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 4.6
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Comfortable, reliable, economical.

I bought my 2003 Camry 4 cyl 5 speed stick NEW. Still drive it with over 210,000. MPG is 35. Best car I’ve ever owned now passing 20 years and still going. I refused to trade it. My tags are now dirt cheap too. I get over 500 miles per tank and I brag on it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best First Car I Ever Hard

I bought my 2003 V6 XLE Camry from a colleague in 2017 for under $2,000 at 143,000 milage now in May 2022 the milage is at 183,000. I've spent $3,000 so far on repair but a big chunk was for an incident on the ball joint that costed me $1,200 so maintenance outside that is pretty basic and affordable: battery, alternator, spark plugs, 4 new tires. Since it's XLE, the interior is amazing: leather and JBL audio. I hope my car can run up to 250,000 or more like many people here who left review.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best gas mileage of any car I have ever owned

Great car and very reliable. Gets excellent gas mileage and I really like it. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a good used car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable after I had to fix it and the service dep

After the repair, it does really well, I drive it every day, good gas mileage, handles better than you would expect. Aside from the flaw in the 2.4 liters, the only bad thing about this car is 1 the headliner is starting to let go but it is a 2003. And 2 they need to fire whoever designed the most useless cup holder in any car I have ever had. Overall it's a good car though. I'm not afraid to drive it anywhere now. It just a shame I'm the one who had to fix what the dealer wouldn't or couldn't

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car ever made no new cars compare.

I have owned this car for 17 years 199,000 miles. Total spent on repairs under $3,000. including normal maintenance ex. 3 sets new tires, 1 set new brakes, manifold replaced, --- total in 17 years. Wish Toyota could maintain the quality they used to have. looking at new cars is a big disappointment. Not nearly as reliable and safe as my beautiful, comfortable 2003 Toyota. It's the best friend that never let me down. It can never be replace no matter how much money you spend!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable and best looking car I have owned

Love my 03 Camry SE. Sporty, comfortable, excellent mpg and very reliable. Have 289,000 miles and 11 years of enjoyable driving. My next car...a CAMRY!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A comfortable, competent, reliable, thrifty car!

This car has been my main transportation for the past year and before that served my brother and my two children for many years. It is a pleasure to drive in the city and on the highway. It has dealt with blizzards, hurricanes, sub zero and tropical temperatures with great reliability.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable and good on gas

There is a lot of space very comfy also you have enough space for kids. Runs well never has a problem starting up in the morning or evening.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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very reliable

totally satisfied with this Camry, I plan on buying a new one. I would back up this Camry, never any major issues. This Camry has many more years in it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car for a great price

The car has low mileage and the interiors are immaculate. The car has a good stereo and outside appearance. This is a car that will last for a long time if properly cared for.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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