2003 Toyota Celica Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The 2003 Toyota Celica got new front and back ends, redesigned gauges, and new colors for the interior. The GT-S also got a new, high-end...
The 2003 Toyota Celica got new front and back ends, redesigned gauges, and new colors for the interior. The GT-S also got a new, high-end sound system, which was optional on the GT.
The 2003 Toyota Celica was available only as a hatchback, which came as a GT or sportier GT-S. The GT came with a 1.8 liter, 140 horsepower engine. The sportier GT-S, which had distinctive exterior and interior styling, came with a 1.8-liter, 180 horsepower engine. This generation was also the first Celica to come available with a six-speed manual transmission. The GT engine got about 27/34 mpg, and the GT-S engine got about 23/30 mpg.
Drivers love the way the 2003 Celica looks. Many appreciate that they can get a reliable Toyota in a sports car package. Many drivers find the interior to be too small, and others find that there is poor visibility out the rear window.
What owners say
"Overall, owners really enjoy the 2003 Toyota Celica for its reliability, fun driving experience, and sporty appearance. Many appreciate the great fuel economy and tight handling, making it a joy to drive on various terrains. However, some feel it could use a bit more power, especially at lower speeds, and note that the back seat space is limited."
I love this car. I love the looks, the ride, the fuel economy, and the reliability. Toyota has had a bad rep recently, but my '03 Celica has never had a major problem. She's always been able to safely get me from point A to point B. I highly recommend this car.
March 15, 2014The exterior is sporty looking and the interior is very spacious for being such a small car. The gas mileage is outstanding with 29 mpg city. The car is not the fastest in the world but it has enough to pass people however the handling is superb making the car very fun to drive.
April 3, 2010This is a 2003 Toyota Celica GT-S. This car gets 30 mpg, has a 6 spd., handling is great, when it hits 6000 RPM it really goes. For the money I don't know how you could find a car that is more fun to drive.
April 6, 2007What owners say
I love this car. I love the looks, the ride, the fuel economy, and the reliability. Toyota has had a bad rep recently, but my '03 Celica has never had a major problem. She's always been able to safely get me from point A to point B. I highly recommend this car.
March 15, 2014The exterior is sporty looking and the interior is very spacious for being such a small car. The gas mileage is outstanding with 29 mpg city. The car is not the fastest in the world but it has enough to pass people however the handling is superb making the car very fun to drive.
April 3, 2010This is a 2003 Toyota Celica GT-S. This car gets 30 mpg, has a 6 spd., handling is great, when it hits 6000 RPM it really goes. For the money I don't know how you could find a car that is more fun to drive.
April 6, 2007One of the best cars I’ve ever owned. Sold it with 275,000 miles, minimal work done to it. Extremely reliable car, fun to drive with a great look!
May 3, 2021Performance - Handles great, really tight cornering. Could use more power, especially down low. Quality - Toyota, that's all you need to know. Appearance - 18"'s, CF hood, TRD wing and kit. gets glances. Cost of ownership - minimal maintenance. Gas mileage is as good as you can expect from a 1.8L engine. Fun factor - extreme.
October 2, 2008The Celica is my first ever car, and i abslutely love it. It handles amazingly, has a lot of power, and gets 33 MPG. I havn't had any problems with it this year other than just normal brake pad replacement or soemthing like that. My only real disatisfaction is that i wish i got a stick shift instead of automatic.
November 12, 2008Its a nice car as for gas mileage and when its a Manuel shift that makes it more fun to drive. Its a Toyota on top of that which spells dependability. Would love to have one of these myself. Great car.
December 1, 2021White on white, WR cold air intake, WR headers, HKS Silent exhaust, H&R Lowering springs, full body kit with rear spoiler, short throw shifter, racing seats, 6 spd manual approx. 215 HP @ only 2400 lbs. mpg 32 hwy 24 city
October 2, 2009Beautiful car, I love the build, it's got fuel efficiency for the current gas situation. It's a stick so it moves depending on its driver. Very affordable car absolutely love it. The balance rods in the car makes winding roads easy. The resale value of the car is completely off the scale, it almost sells for how much it's worth. With a little work, this car makes a really nice 4 cylinder racer.
August 31, 2008performance- quick but definately needs a turbo Build quality- definately done right Appearance- celica is a good looking car to begin with but it helps to have a TRD body kit and engine in it Cost of ownership- really doesnt cost that much to repair anything, i have blown out the clutch once and had to replace it and it wasnt quite as bad as i thought Fun Factor- i like having ppl ride in the car and grab the side bc of how scared they are and how they didnt think the car would be that fast
March 9, 2012Trims & specs
Base MSRP $22,490 | Seating 4 |
Engine 1.8L 180 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 12.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $17,825 | Seating 4 |
Engine 1.8L 140 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 12.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG 26 | Drivetrain FWD |
