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2003 Toyota Avalon User Reviews

2003 Toyota Avalon Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 6 reviews

  • Performance:3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5 / 5
  • Appearance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Overall:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5

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"ride" 3 reviews
"fuel economy" 2 reviews
"interior" 2 reviews
"quality" 2 reviews

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Frank10401 writes:
2003 Toyota Avalon XLS Review
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GREAT RIDE CLEAN LOOK HEATED SEATS WIPERS ACTIVATE AUTOMATICALLY

Cons

NOT AN SUV

Frank10401
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Very Smooth Ride And Fuel Efficient — Bought new and have enjoyed the smooth ride, great mileage and the automatic wipers are amazing. Heated seats have also been nice. Storage in trunk is good and the doors open wide so that it is easy to get in and out of all seats.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Leatherman writes:
2003 Toyota Avalon XL Review
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Quality and comfort for the price

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Your a girly man

Leatherman
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Wish They Would Smooth Out The Lines On Future Models. The Box Desing Is Lame. — I've been a Toyota fan since my first Avalon (97). Great performance. High quality. Low cost maintenance. Good looking and fun to drive the family around. Put an aftermarket leather kit in it and thinking about an Inalfa sunroof if I keep it for a few more years.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Hike15 writes:
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Smooth ride, ease of use, size

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performance, steering feel, reliablity

Hike15
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Smooth Car, Poor Performance And Reliability — The car performs ok, but its steering is way to light with absolutely no feel or response. It has a very smooth and quiet ride, but its transmission sometimes shifts abruptly and is slow to downshift when more power is needed. The interior is very comfortable with a decent but very easy to use sounds system with 6 disc changer. The reliability of my particular car was good for the first 5 or so years, but lately has had its check engine light come on about once a month, which is way to high for any vehicle, yet alone a Toyota, which is known for its excellent reliability reputation.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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nosmo writes:
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very good car . great gas milage and great sound system.

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nothing at all

nosmo
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Best Bang For Your Buck. — best car ever made. I got it for a steal .Some philipeano guy sold it to me for $2000. The interior is in great shape so is the exterior. Has great sound and much more. You have to get one ! My car gets around 30 mpg in the city and 50 mpg on the high way. beter than a prius right.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Stephen writes:
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Silky smooth; solid quality

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my grandpa has one.

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One-hundred Percent Grandpa's Car; But I Loved It — The Toyota Avalon has tight body lines, and predictibally over-boosted steering. The car's image is regarded as being a car for people over 60 years old, but at least people will excuse your scary driving.

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Very Happy With 2003 Avalon — I bought my 2003 Avalon new and overall I've been very happy with it. Other than taking the car in for scheduled maintenance, I've only had a few minor problems (e.g. dead battery 9 months after buying the car). I have 34000 miles on it now and there are still no rattles or squeeks (even though I drive in a city full of potholes). The car still drives smoothly and the interior is roomy and quiet.

Owner for 4 years, 5 months

Miles Driven per Year:8,500

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Cost $9,105 Average Instant Market Value $8,263 Average Instant Market Value $8,584 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 27 30 31
Horsepower 210 157 160
Crash Test Rating 4 5 5
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.7 41.6 42.6

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2011 Toyota Avalon Reviews

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2010 Toyota Avalon Reviews

Very Good. Very Dependable...would Provide My Daughter With One (if I Had A Daughter) By JoeV3

I love the quite and comfort, with the leather interior, of this car. .There are no rattles. This car should last a long time, with comfort and dependability over many cars. I love the power respon... Read More

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2009 Toyota Avalon Reviews

I Have It And Like It, You Like Luxury This Is One Of Great Choices By imports_freak

car is great love the sound, engine is powerful, more to love in one car. reminds me of my 04 BMW 745IL. one thing is that it gets 18MPG in city and 25MPG highway i don't even know how they put that i... Read More

Money Spent On This Car Is Worth Every Penny... By Trk

car exterior is luxurious but on the down side has lack of personality. Interior has been loved by every one who has sat in it. Astonishingly fast compared to its weight ratio plus my weight :p. Love ... Read More

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2008 Toyota Avalon Reviews

Enjoyable Driving By Trucster

My 3rd used Avalon after a '95 and a 2000, because Toyota continues to give me confidence in the combination of fuel efficiency, ride and reliability. I could have a dinner party in the spacious back... Read More

Simply A Great Car By rksampat

The Avalon is a highly reliable car with decent gas mileage. 5 passengers can sit very comfortably. It has brand new Michelin tires. Ideal for family and professionals. Toyota reliably is unsurpas... Read More

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