2003 Pontiac Bonneville Consumer Reviews Page 2

Our 03 Bonneville

Written by: Robert on 08/13/2005

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

Have mad some very minor mechanical issues. Seats could use slightly larger bolsters. Dual climate system could be a bit more effective. Overall very pleased with the car. Very powerful for a six cylinder. I actually do not mind the premium fuel requirement as it gets very good gas mileage for such a large car. Averaging 24 miles to the gallon with a mix of hwy and city driving.Could use a bit more knee room on passenger side (I am 6'1").

Favorite Features

One word, supercharger. Wish I had gotten the HUD and sunroof. Also a fantastic sound system and it is overall very comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

A bit more knee room on passenger side. More bolster support on seats (more of a performance seat). Return the HUD as standard on this level of Bonneville.

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Love my Bonneville; could be roomier

Written by: Tim Houseknecht on 11/29/2004

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this vehicle because I love the way it looks and rides. One pro reviewer didn't like the looks of the 02 model, but I think it's one of the best looking cars out there. It handles great on the interstate and all country roads. A couple of complaints: Mine doesn't get 29 on the highway (lucky to get 24). A friend tells me he gets 29 or 30 on the highway with his SLE. I wish it had the room of the Chrysler cars. I'm 6'4, my wife is tall, and so are my kids. For that reason, I should have looked more seriously at the 300 or Intrepid (tons of room). If Pontiac ever made a roomier version, I'd buy one. It's a well built vehicle.

Favorite Features

Great looking, good handling, good size trunk, very solidly built, fun to drive, especially considering that my last vehicle was a Grand Marquis.

Suggested Improvements

More rear seat room needed; extremely tight for tall (over 6') passengers. Fold down rear seat would be a great convenience feature. My son's new, longer snowboard doesn't fit in the trunk. The glove compartment is hard to get at. Cup holders are poorly designed.

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GM came so close to getting this right

Written by: SpiceUmUp on 09/03/2004

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The car is good-looking, very comfortable fro very long rides, has a large truck, gets good gas mileage, handles, and rides well. BUT: little parts break off, the latch on the trunk pass through broke the third time I used it, the paint on the radio buttons has worn off, the sun shade flops like a deflated balloon, the paint on the wheel covers is flaking, and the reception on the radio is AWFUL. How hard can it be to put a radio that can get decent AM reception in a car? My VW can get New York AM stations 45 miles from NYC that have long faded to static in the Pontiac. GM needs to start doing the little things well

Favorite Features

On the plus side, even the base six has wonderful acceleration, the care is very comfortable and it has never broken down. The mileage, even at 75 mph, is in the mid 20’s and that is not bad for such a large car.

Suggested Improvements

HEY GENERAL MOTORS: QUALITY THE WORD IS QUALITY, ADD SOME TO THE CAR

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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BOOMING BONNEVILLE

Written by: PRESTON PAPKE on 05/06/2004

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

FOR THOSE WHO DONT BELIEVE THAT AN AMERICAN SEDAN CANT BE FUN AND ECONOMICAL, THEY HAVEN'T DRIVEN A BONNEVILLE!

Favorite Features

3800 V-6 FOUR WHEEL INDEPENDANT SUSPENSION

Suggested Improvements

FUEL ECONOMY

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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2003 Bonneville SSEI

Written by: TOPTIMLRD on 03/02/2004

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

Fun to drive. Doesn't fel like a large car. The 240 horsepower allows plenty of throttle response. Very comfortable interior, seats could use a little better bolster however. Great driver interface, great sound system.

Favorite Features

Supercharger. Roomy interior. Cockpit feel. Body lines are very nice. Huge trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Better bolsters in seats would help. A little more headroom in the rear similar to the previous body style would also be nice.

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My BONNEVILLE

Written by: Chuck Finch on 11/09/2003

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

This is a very exciting and responsive automobile to drive and own, not only is it fun to drive it has class. You folks do not rate it high enough on your car ratings. This car is as good or better than the forign imports and you can take that to the bank. I will put my Bonneville against any of them. The Mercedes and Lexus's don't have anything over this car. This car will eat them up for breakfast. I know I have done it. I work for Daimeler Chrystler and they don't make a ride this good.

Favorite Features

Everything about this car.

Suggested Improvements

Just put another 80 hp in her and she will fly.

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Sleek car

Written by: Msscoot on 11/01/2003

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I absolutely love this vehicle. Feels like your riding on a cloud. Love thie lines on this car the sleekness of it.

Favorite Features

The interior and exterior of the car. Also handles very well.

Suggested Improvements

They could improve the tracking.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I LOVE MY BONNEVILLE

Written by: BEV12STER on 10/30/2003

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

WE HAD A 1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX AND I WAS NOT SURE I WOULD REALLY LIKE A LARGER CAR LIKE THE BONNEVILLE BUT I HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE WITH IT. THIS WAS MY HUSBAND'S CHOICE AND I WAS VERY CAUTIOUS AT FIRST THINKING IT WAS SO MUCH WIDER THAN THE GRAND PRIX BUT THIS IS NOT TRUE. IT IS VERY CLOSE IN WIDTH. I'M REALLY GLAD WE WENT AHEAD AND PURCHASED THE 2003 BONNEVILLE SSEI. IT'S A REAL EYE CATCHER BEING A BEAUTIFUL BLACK CAR WITH THE CHROME WHEELS. I'M REALLY HAPPY WITH IT.

Favorite Features

I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS CAR. THE COLORS ARE FANTASTIC BEING A BLACK CAR WITH THE GRAY LEATHER INTERIOR AND IT HAS A LOT OF "BELLS AND WHISTLES" TO IT. SOME PEOPLE REFER TO THE BONNEVILLE AS A "GRANDMA'S CAR" UNTIL THEY SEE OURS. THIS IS ONE SHARP VEHICLE!

Suggested Improvements

THE DEALERSHIP MUST "DRY WASH" OR "SPOT WASH" THE VEHICLES. THE ONE THING WE DO NOT LIKE ABOUT OUR CAR IS THE SWIRLING SCRATCHES LEFT BY THIS PROCESS.

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Sweet Bonnie

Written by: ProvemWrong on 10/19/2003

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

Review

I traded a Regal for the Bonnie. so glad I did. This car is more stylish, great comfort, excellent layout inside and out, the butt warming seats and independent climate control keeps the old lady happy, better handling and suspension with more power. Lots to enjoy from the Dash lighting to the leather comfort ride. Easy cruise... XM Radio and moon roof. Great car.

Favorite Features

The power, handling, dash layout, leather/power (Heated) seats the over all comfort ride.

Suggested Improvements

Could use a tad more leg room in the back (But I don't ride there)and more storage space for CDs or Cassettes

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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This car can move!

Written by: dmk on 09/23/2003

Vehicle

2003 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The Bonneville gives outstanding acceleration and steering performance. I wanted a hybrid sports car / large car. The Bonneville fits the bill.

Favorite Features

engine

Suggested Improvements

more head room

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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