2003 Chrysler Voyager Review
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Enjoyable to drive and ride in, the Voyager offers no-frills minivan transport for the family on a tight budget.
Pros
Surprisingly agile handling, quiet ride for V6 models, low price.
Cons
Some cheap interior bits, limited features and options, reliability record not as strong as some competitors.
What's New for 2003
Chrysler has reorganized the lineup, eliminating all "base" models as well as the four-cylinder-only "eC" model (extra-cheap?). Now there's only one trim level, LX. If you stick with the base Value Package, you'll get the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. If you opt for the Popular Equipment Package, you'll get the 3.3-liter V6. Mercifully, Chrysler has done away with the archaic three-speed automatic formerly available on four-cylinder models. New exterior colors include Satin Jade and Butane Blue.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Chrysler T&C - Junk
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler Voyager LX Value 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this 2003 van new because I didn't want to spend time getting a used car repaired. This van has been far less dependable than my 1989 Cadillac was. Five years, three transmissions, cabin leaking A/C, front brake repair three times, (locked caliper damage only 3 months after new front brakes installed), gas line issue, broken power window, factory tires were junk, CD broken, suspension repair required. And today, some weird high pitched humming noise. Should have kept the Cadillac.
Favorite Features
The ride is nice and being I'm tall, I fit in this van better than I do in the Honda or Toyota.
Suggested Improvements
Chrysler needs to go out of business. Next, do you want to hear about the 2002 Jeep GC Limited I bought new? Another train wreck.
It carries people, not much else....
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler Voyager LX Value 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
It doesn't take you long to realize this van was designed to do one thing - move people. The seats are not height adjustable. The engine is very underpowered. The gas mileage is average at best-around 22. The only real upside to the vehicle is the reliability. Also, the sound system is pretty good. Only had problems with the taillights falling off. You'd be hard pressed to pass an '82 corolla. You don't make turns so much as you roll around them. Four wheel disk brakes are optional as well as the ABS. It is unsafe, unkempt and poorly engineered; but remember it can carry seven people and has a cup holder for everyone. People wonder why American car companies are going down the tubes.
Favorite Features
Reliability, sound system
Suggested Improvements
Redesign everything on the car, engine, stiffer suspension, interior space, 4 wheel ABS standard (no standard ABS in 2003? It has been around for decades.), more headroom in back, adjustable height on seats
Very Happy at 38K, except...
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler Voyager LX Value 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
...a water leak somewhere in the dash. I'm a guy who recently inherited a new family via marriage. Went from a Toyota T-100 to the 2003 Voyager. Got a previously leased one for a song. I use it for multiple purposes...commuting (25 miles each way), travel, hauling. I was surprised! Actually has a sporty feel for a mini-van. Handles pretty well, I guess because of the short wheel base. Decent pick-up for a mini-van. Clean dash layout. Comfortable, too! Heavy seats don't bother me. Great value for the money. I compared it to the Town and Country; the latter was more luxurious but lumbered like a land yacht. Voyager is basic mini-van with value and so far, reliability (except for that leak).
Favorite Features
Handling, value, comfort, dash layout, seating.
Suggested Improvements
None.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
So far so good!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler Voyager LX Value 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Van has 18000 miles...so far no problems.....even had major accident wiping out whole drivers side...wife walked away from it...11,000 damage. Overall comfortable , convenient and with rebated was lowest priced van at the time of purchase, other than Kia Sedona. Didnt hear many good things about KIA. Very happy except when traveling on hill / mountain areas. 4 banger has no power except when u rev it to death....but compromise in power for MPG. Van steadily gets about 22 or better on road trips...got 27MPG on trip to Florida.
Favorite Features
Good MPG,
Suggested Improvements
new models have improvements such as standard V6, power windows and optional fold in floor seats.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
MY VOYAGER
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler Voyager LX Value 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I HAD NO PROBLEMS IN ALMOST 8000 MLS. WIFE LOVES IT SO DO I AND GRANDKIDS.I AVERAGE 24 MPG ITS THE BEST NEW VEHICLE I HAVE OWNED. BETTER THAN THE TOYOTAS I OWNED BEFORE
Favorite Features
ROOMINESS, EASE OF CHECKING OIL AND ALL OTHER FLUIDS,GAS MILAGE. BUILD QUALITY.
Suggested Improvements
FOLD INTO FLOOR REAR SEATS . BUT CHRYSLER IS IN THE PROCESS OF DOING THIS NOW.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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