2003 Toyota Solara

Used 2003 Toyota Solara

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2003 Toyota Solara Overview

2003 Toyota Solara Pricing

2003 Toyota Solara pricing starts at $3,268 for the Solara SE Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $20,650 when new. The range-topping 2003 Solara SLE Convertible 2D starts at $3,853 today, originally priced from $31,010.

	Original MSRP	KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
SE Coupe 2D	$20,650	$3,268
SLE Coupe 2D	$25,160	$3,167
SE Convertible 2D	$25,980	$3,370
SLE Convertible 2D	$31,010	$3,853

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2003 Toyota Solara models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Solara Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Toyota Solara (1999-2003) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 98% recommend it. These figures are based on 490 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2003 Toyota Solara

"A Lifetime Car"

"Received my Solara from a relative who did regular maintenance on it. Clutch is the biggest thing that's been replaced however, that's to expect. Even with the miles that are on it, I would drive it across country and back without hesitating. We actually used this car to go to the mountains because our 2014 Dodge Journey could not handle the hills! Perform regular maintenance on this vehicle and it will be the last car you'll have to buy."

"Long Lasting"

"Bought in 2000 with 23000 miles. Hve never had a problem at 95,000. Still powerful and beyond reliable. Would not take triple the current price value, just keep it for another 5 or 10 yrs."

"Great car!"

"Had Toyota vehicles for years. Just like a Camry in reliability except has cool styling. Easier to see out of than the 2004-2008 Solara model. The V-6 has great pick-up & the leather seats are same as in a Lexus. Only complaint is lack of a center armrest in rear seat."

Overall 2003 Toyota Solara Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2003 Toyota Solara is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2003 Toyota Solara quality a 4.9 out of 5.

2003 Toyota Solara Reliability

The 2003 Toyota Solara receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2003 Solara Features

According to drivers of the 2003 Solara, here are some of its best features:

Engine Performance, Solid Interior, Easy to Drive
Reliable and fun to drive
Style, visibility( for a convertible), reliabilty
Styling quality reliabity smooth and powerful
Fun to drive

2003 Toyota Solara MPG by Trim

2003 Solara SLE Coupe 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2003 Solara SE Coupe 2D - city 21 MPG - hwy 29 MPG

2003 Solara SE Convertible 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

2003 Solara SLE Convertible 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

2003 Solara Safety

2003 Toyota Solara Safety Features

Child Door Locks: Not available
Child Seat Anchors
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Rear Side Airbag
Front Side Airbag

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2003 Toyota Solara Styles

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2003 Toyota Solara Depreciation

A 2003 Toyota Solara has depreciated $789 or 24% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,407 and trade-in value of $659.

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2003 Toyota Solara Annual Depreciation

Year	Vehicle Depreciation*	Resale Value	Trade-In Value
2022	+ $202	$3,196	$1,785
2023	$577	$2,619	$923
2024	$152	$2,467	$715
Now	$60	$2,407	$659

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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation

*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2003 Toyota Solara Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

	Curb Weight	3130 lbs.
	EPA Passenger	92.1 cu.ft.
	EPA Total Interior	106.2 cu.ft.
	Fuel Capacity	18.5 gallons
	Front Head Room	38.3 inches
	Front Leg Room	43.3 inches
	Max Seating Capacity	5
	Minimum Ground Clearance	5.3 inches
	Overall Length	191.5 inches
	Front Shoulder Room	55.3 inches
	Towing Capacity, Maximum	2000 lbs.
	Trunk or Cargo Capacity	13.8 cu.ft.
	Turning Diameter	38.1 feet
	Wheel Base	105.1 inches
	Width with mirrors	71.1 inches

Exterior

	Alloy Wheels	Available
	Moon Roof/Sun Roof	Available
	Number of Doors	2 doors
	Rear Spoiler	Available

Fuel Economy

	City	21 mpg
	Highway	29 mpg
	Combined	24 mpg

Mechanical

	Drivetrain	FWD
	Transmission Type	Automatic

Performance

	Horsepower	157 @ 5600 RPM
	Torque	162 @ 4400 rpm
	Engine	4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter

Warranty

	Basic	3 years / 36000 miles
	Powertrain	5 years / 60000 miles
	Corrosion	5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

DVD Entertainment System
MP3 Player
CD Player

Interior

Power Windows
Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

Leather Seats
Dual Power Front Seats
Power Driver's Seat

Technology

Cruise Control
Hands Free Phone
Navigation System

2003 Toyota Solara Safety

2003 Toyota Solara Safety Technology

Child Door Locks: Not available
Child Seat Anchors
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Rear Side Airbag
Front Side Airbag

Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Front Side

3.0

Rear Side

5.0

Compare to Similar Vehicles

	Used 2003 Toyota Solara	Used 2008 Ford Focus	Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class	Used 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
		See Details	See Details	See Details
Price	$3,268	$2,988	$3,229	$3,447
Consumer Rating	4.8	4.6	4.3	4.6
Fuel Economy	City 21/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG	City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG	City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Seating Capacity	5	5	4	4
Basic Warranty	3 years or 36000 miles	3 years or 36000 miles	4 years or 50000 miles	3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower	157 @ 5600 RPM	140 @ 6000 RPM	189 @ 5800 RPM	147 @ 5500 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Supercharged	4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	RWD	FWD

2003 Toyota Solara Rankings

Rank	Vehicles	HP
#1	2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class	215
#2	2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse	210
#3	2006 Hyundai Tiburon	172
#4	2003 Toyota Solara	157
#5	2008 Chevrolet Cobalt	148

FAQs

Is 2003 a good year for a Toyota Solara?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2003 Solara is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Toyota Solara 2003 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2003 Solara is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2003 Toyota Solara?

The 2003 Toyota Solara gets 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.

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