The 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser saw a number of small changes. The four-speed automatic was upgraded to a five-speed, the engine got five more horsepower, and a number of new options were introduced, like side airbags and a DVD entertainment system. The 2003 Land Cruiser also got a few cosmetic enhancements, such as a new grille, front and rear bumpers, and alloy wheels.
The 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser came in one, well-equipped trim level. The engine was a 4.7-liter 235 horsepower V8. The only available transmission was a five-speed automatic, and the four-wheel-drive was permanently engaged. The '03 Land Cruiser seated eight, with a removable third-row seat for extra storage. Fuel economy was about 14/16 mpg.
Drivers like the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser because it handles well in all conditions, offers a generous amount of cargo space, is very reliable, and comes with a lot of luxury features. Land Cruiser owners also like to brag about the resale value of their SUVs. The biggest complain is the poor gas mileage.
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Too much money and repair risk for a reliable vechile!Jul 02, 2022
by Agustin C
Dec 20, 2021
Great SUV, been looking for one like this one for a long time and glad I found it, they are hard to come by!! Planning many off roading trips and adventures, happy trails!!Dec 20, 2021
by Robert S
Nov 17, 2010
its a diesel 4x4 so its not great on road handling but off road its a great and fun. Brakes are good as it is heavy. Acceleration is ok. Build quality is solid and reliable. Appearnace is good, compact and practical. Ownership cost is high.
Its is fun to drive off road, comfortable on road but a bit wallowy. But it has so
many uses.Nov 17, 2010
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by Anonymous
Jul 02, 2022
Too much money and repair risk for a reliable vechile!Jul 02, 2022
by Agustin C
Dec 20, 2021
Great SUV, been looking for one like this one for a long time and glad I found it, they are hard to come by!! Planning many off roading trips and adventures, happy trails!!Dec 20, 2021
by Robert S
Nov 17, 2010
its a diesel 4x4 so its not great on road handling but off road its a great and fun. Brakes are good as it is heavy. Acceleration is ok. Build quality is solid and reliable. Appearnace is good, compact and practical. Ownership cost is high.
Its is fun to drive off road, comfortable on road but a bit wallowy. But it has so
many uses.Nov 17, 2010
by Anonymous
Sep 23, 2009
Best car I've ever owned, hands down. Incredible reliability. I've spent less than $1.5K on it in scheduled maintenance over almost 7 years (not including tires and batteries) with zero problems. I've had it since new, 110K+ miles now. The car is very comfortable, like sitting in your easy chair at home. Great sound system, excellent navigation system (I like the touch-screen). It does cross-country travel nicely. Only downside is the fuel consumption. If I'm very nice to it, I can get 18 on the highway, but that's at 55-65 on secondary roads. Average 16.5 for freeway driving, about 13 around town.Sep 23, 2009
by Ivan T
Jul 10, 2009
V8 is nice
heavy
slow acceleration for a V8
spacy
comfy
brakes gets bad when old
lots of blind spots
did not have ipod docking
drinks petrol like water
would be awesome with a supercharger 0-100 in 7 secsJul 10, 2009
by Malcolm E
Jul 13, 2008
A huge lump of a car. I inherited the car from the previous CEO. It was a 4.7 V8 Sahara model, every extra you can think of, however it was an aweful car. Couldn't wait to replace it. The previous CEO had hardly used it, hence it was around for more than the usual 3 years for company cars. It was 5 years old when I changed it.Jul 13, 2008
by Christian L
Jun 27, 2008
Good car, had it forever, comfyJun 27, 2008
by Ala A
May 24, 2008
the best car for long trips and vacations, goes in water or sandMay 24, 2008
by Jason L
Mar 17, 2008
Good, yeah really good.Mar 17, 2008
by Mark C
Mar 10, 2008
Test drove this SUV. It was pretty comfortable.Mar 10, 2008
Called dealer to change timing belt for $400. However they recommend changing water pump, gasket seals. I was told they would break down if not replaced. there is nothing wrong with the car now. This does not sound right to me but I am not a mechanic. Any comments?