Used 2003 Toyota Corolla Consumer Reviews
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cute, fun car
Nice car. What I would expect from a car for $15K. Sports package (name only), not really sporty except for looks. Engine options and handing options would be nice for this S package. Fun to drive. Engine even has a little kick to it.
Best car for money
This car reigns. It's really like a mini-Lexus. The doors shut with a muffled thud, the leather seats are comfortable, and the dash is assembled with airtight spacing between panels. I didn't like the S model side panels and rear spoiler. But the LE looks like a mini-Camry and drives like a mini-Lexus. Road/wind noise is really really low for a car in this class. Great ride. Most of my friends can't believe this is a Corolla. And they can't believe I got all features, ABS, leather, power moonroof, cruise control, power everything for $16K + tax.
Corolla S 1.8L 5-spd.
I've had this car for 4 months, and have no major complaints. Its got a very smooth ride, but could use some more oomph when accelerating from 20 mph on a highway entrance ramp to go to 60 mph. I've consistantly been getting 40-44 mph. I do miss my '91 Mazda 626 2.2L 5-speed, especially its acceleration. I do realize I'm dropping down a bit in engine size. All-in all I'm very satisied with my new Toyota!
Great Car!
I love my new Corolla LE. The car drives wonderfully – smooth, solid and reasonably quiet. The styling is great – looks like a baby Lexus. It is so roomy inside. The mileage is incredible; I have calculated that I have gotten over 35 mpg in mixed driving. I had been car shopping for well over a year, test driven all sorts of cars, seriously considered “treating myself” to a much higher priced car. I did my homework and I am so happy that I went with the Corolla LE – a GREAT car for the money (or more). I would much rather have my money in the bank – and the Corolla will help keep it there!
Better than the rest
Compared to sentra and civic,The Corolla wins hands down.Bigger more powerful engine,Roomier,Larger stance and tires.Timing chain opposed to civics belt is why I purchased it.A freind has a sentra he popped his hood We compared engines My corolla engine was simple to look at.His sentra was a mess of hoses and wires.We couldnt even find the oil filter!