Used 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Consumer Reviews
Used Tahoe for sale
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
Best Car Ever
Jon, 08/05/2009
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Honestly, I think this is the best car gm made lately. We bought it in 03 with 26k on it and now it have almost 160k and I haven't had any Major issues at all! Only done preventative maintenance and it has never (I mean never!) let me down. I've gone all over the country, pulled a trailer for over 1000 miles at a time, hauled tons of stuff and it just keeps going. It has hands down outperformed any vehicle I have ever had. (including imports) we just purchased a lower mileage Yukon and I kept the Tahoe with my business. I'm going to see just how far it will go (I'm guessing 300k or so) we'll see!
Good SUV
bear63, 10/27/2012
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I just bought this a few months ago, 03 Z71, 138k miles. I love the vehicle but not impressed with mpg. Getting around 14-15 highway. I find it hard to believe people are getting 17-20 mpg. I would be ecstatic if I could get that. Just found out this morning have to have the wheel bearing replaced on the front passenger wheel. Also the heated seat (driver) is coming on by itself. Not sure whats up with that. Other than that, very comfortable, good ride, good handling, nice turn radius. It is a used vehicle so I dont expect it to be perfect.
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe for sale near you
Showing 3 of 66 listings
- LS 4dr SUVMSRP: $7,400135 mi away
- LS 4dr SUVMSRP: $2,200328 mi away
- LS 4dr SUVMSRP: $6,995336 mi away
See all 66 listings
Why I'll not own another U.S. SUV
F. X. McGrath, 11/27/2006
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Too many mechanical problems after 60,000 miles. Replaced fuel pump, water pump, instrument cluster, (speedometer stopped working), replaced horn, engine gasket, steering problems. For a vehicle of this age and mileage these types of problems should not occur. I'll not own another Chevy. My next vehicle will be Japanese or German. U.S. auto makers need to make a more reliable vehicle if they want to compete.
Disgusted
Lisa Wilson, 03/09/2006
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Drove a '93 Suburban for 7 years and loved it! The Tahoe is the worst vehicle I have ever owned. I believe the reviews depend on what the person drove before owning the '03 Tahoe. I only drive 20 mile to work and hate the drive everyday. It handles so squirrelly I have trouble keping it between the lines, like following a semi too close. Tires replace with Michelins trying to control this vehicle. The Michelins improved handling on rual roads but did not on the interstate. Intermediate shaft replaced at 16748 miles, crossmember replace at 35558 miles. Vibration at takeoff. Transmission slips. No ashtray in back. Can't get rid of it because its valued less than the payoff.
not bad for a first ride
a newby, 05/22/2010
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I cant remember when we got this SUV, but needless to say it has been a very enjoyable vehicle. although the fuel pump did go out a few weeks ago. It was fixed and now its running pretty good. seats are great, sound system is great. the power windows, ehh, not so much...oh yeah. city mpg poor, highway isn't that bad. 'all round i rather enjoy driving a big mean evil gas guzzling suv. especially knowing that I'm destroying the environment (being sarcastic) lol. run the premium stuff around the table in it and the Tahoe will last.
lovemytahoe
lovemytahoe, 07/11/2009
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This vehicle was purchased as a work vehicle as I am self employed. After four years I replaced it and kept it as a personal vehicle. It has never let me down. The original brakes lasted 70k miles. With the exception of a cheap speedometer repair at 75k miles it has never cost me anything but maintenance. It runs strong and has sports car handling. It averages 16 miles per gallon and gets 21 on the open road. It has the best a/c I've ever had in a car and still looks like new, inside and out. I expect 200k miles out of it as I know two guys who went well over that with their 03's and were forced by their companies to replace them.
Horrible car
K Daniels, 10/16/2009
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
Purchased new Z71 with all the options. Truck now has 86000 miles on it and is falling apart. Transfer case and front differential gone, speedometer, heater fan, windshield wipers, mirror defrost, seat heater, fuel pump, U-joints, turn signals all not working. Truck needs over 5K of repairs. These are all items that should never go out, especially on a low mileage car. This is my 4th chevy truck. All others have gone 150+ miles without issues. GM is not building a product that will last and will not stand behind their product. I will not buy another GM product again.
Great Family Car
hot mama, 03/09/2008
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has been a great car for our family. We put on a lot of miles traveling all over town and it is for the most part very reiliable. There has only been minor problems with some electrical in this car. like a light won't work one day but will the next. It is extremely comfortable. In 2003 there was no other SUV on the market this roomy or comfortable. We have a Z71 package with a TV and that has also been a great delight for our kids
Can't break it with a bat
Bill, 08/29/2007
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have the Z71. Fantastic truck. Rides as well with 63,000 as when new. A couple initial problems, drive shaft replacement, and no shifting back into 2WD, but dealer fixed it, and hasn't been back to the shop in 30,000 miles. Very solid truck. Was rear ended by Ford Econoline loaded with tools doing 35 MPH. Only $3,500 damage, and was still drivable. Glad I was in the Tahoe and not something else. This truck gives me the confidence to take it anywhere in any conditions. I feel this truck will run forever. Foreign vehicles have nothing on this truck.
Toy's toy
toy, 09/06/2005
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Other than some minor repairs I have found it enjoyable to drive. Fuel economy doesnt exist in a vehicle this size. But it still lacks horsepower. I never liked that the truck is governed at 100 mph. But what the hey this isnt the autobaun. Truth be said this will be my last Chevy. There are better deals to be made.