2003 Oldsmobile Bravada Review
Price Estimate: $1,763 - $2,860





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful engine, long list of standard features, plush highway ride.
Cons
- Too soft in the corners, resale value likely to plunge quickly.
What’s new
Oldsmobile quietly added a two-wheel-drive model to the Bravada lineup last year, making it a bit more attractive to those who don't need the foul weather capability of all-wheel drive. This year 2WD Bravadas get standard traction control while AWD versions now feature a coil spring rear suspension. The previously standard air-spring setup is still an available option on AWD models. Side airbags have also been moved from the standard equipment package to the options list while the standard 4.2-liter engine has been given a 5 horsepower bump.
Edmunds says
With nearly identical models available from GMC and Chevrolet, we don't see any compelling reason to buy the soon-to-be-discontinued Bravada.
For sale near West Newton, MA
2 listings
- 99,193 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Forrester Lincoln (373 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Heated seats
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
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Located in Chambersburg, PA
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, Silver Green, AWD / 4WD, Accident Free AutoCheck History Report, Local Trade, Tinted Glass, 17" Chrome Wheels, Fog Lamps, Rea...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: Yes
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (13 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GHDT13S832402296
Stock: 125437
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-15-2025- 112,482 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Coastal Nissan (752 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Pawleys Island, SC
Interested? Text or Call Tyler: 8**-3**-0***.***LOCAL TRADE IN***Sandalwood 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive Vortec 4200 4...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (13 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GHDT13S432328309
Stock: 70970A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-12-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Massachusetts
$229/mo for Bravada Base
Bravada Base
vs
$182/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Oldsmobile Bravada Owner Reviews
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Not just another Trailblazer
4 out of 5 starsEric, 04/18/2009
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I will forever miss the Ninety-Eight, Rocket 455, Bravada and the Olds empire entirely. This is an underrated SUV that rarely gets mention as a result of its relatives from Chevy and GMC. You'll never ever mistake this for a Trailblazer if you've driven them both. A luxury AWD SUV that fits the wallet nicely. Despite claims, resale values remain superior to its brothers.
I'd LOVE it, but!
4.38 out of 5 starsAnnette Belz, 11/13/2003
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I really enjoy my Bravada, it's
luxurious, comfortable, quiet, and
RED! I have auto start & the heating
system, etc., is great here in Alaska.
BUT....I have had a little rattle that
5 visits to the dealer have not cured,
which is very frustrating. This has
been there since the car was almost new-
-and it's only six months old now.
VERY annoying and inconvenient. A … car
that costs this much should have NO
vibrations, chirps, squeaks or rattles!
Olds Bravada 2003
5 out of 5 starsEdward Bertsch, 09/27/2003
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Pull a pop up camper and it handles it
very well. Camper weighs 2900 pounds.
Gas mileage on my vehicle is very good
for this weight vehicle.
I get 23-25 on the highway. I get 20.5
towing the camper.
Not too big, Not too small, just right
4.5 out of 5 starsdrjssgolf, 08/05/2002
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
My new Bravada was purchased after
driving a dozen other SUV models. The
ride, room, quality and price after
rebates, made the Bravada a clear
choice for my needs. The ride is as
good as the BMW and the acceleration is
as good as the MDX. The demise of
Oldsmobile possibly was a negative
factor but I felt that the OLDS name
will always be a positive one.
2003 Bravada Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $33,395 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $229/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Bravada include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalMarginal
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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