2003 Toyota Camry Solara Review
2003 Toyota Camry Solara Review
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Appraise This CarToyota Camry Solara model years
Toyota Camry Solara types
- Convertible
- Coupe
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Pros
- Roomy cabin, convertible version, reliable Camry genes, smooth engines.
Cons
- Expensive, two less doors but little added excitement, no manual offered with V6.
What’s new
For 2003, the manual transmission is no longer available with the V6 engine.
Edmunds says
Still based on the old Camry platform, the Solara coupe offers little when compared to the '03 Camry and its modern features, unless you want a convertible.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 Toyota Camry Solara SE 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$175/mo for Camry Solara SE
Camry Solara SE
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2003 Toyota Camry Solara.
5 star(75%)
4 star(18%)
3 star(2%)
2 star(2%)
1 star(3%)
79 reviews
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4 out of 5 stars
No major problems
Katrina, 09/05/2015
2003 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
It is now 2020 and my car is still performing well. It's still dependable. No major problems.
5 out of 5 stars
Love my Solara
Bet Gilbert, 06/08/2018
2003 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Thought about updating my 2003 Solara but unable to find anything I liked as much as what I have. So, will be keeping it as long as it provides me with a comfortable ride and few repairs.
4.88 out of 5 stars
Bad Blind Spot & Sound, No trunk release
Thang Nguyen, 07/08/2010
2003 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Don't take me bad, I really like the car for both performance and exterior design. However, blind spot is really big problem, you should buy extra blind spot mirror. Don't trust advertised JBL sound system, I give a 6 on 10 scale. No trunk release inside the car, very inconvenient. Also, you can't read the sound system face plate when there is sunny because of the weird angle.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Good car overall
Johnboy, 05/19/2003
2003 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Very easy to use convertible top.
Great handling and responsive tight
feel on the road. Feels like a Lexus.
Ok, not quite, but darn good.
Protective cover that sits on back of
convertible sometimes flies off at
higher speeds and can be dangerous if
you don't pay attention to it. One of
it's only flaws.
2003 Camry Solara Highlights
Convertible
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $24,495 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $185/month |
Seating | 4 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 8.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Camry Solara include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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