Overview & Reviews

The 2003 Jeep Wrangler gets a new trim level: the Rubicon. All trims have been bestowed with an all-new 42RLE four-speed automatic transmission which is supposed to provide smoother-shifting, better highway fuel efficiency and quieter engine operation at highway speeds compared to the previous three-speed automatic transmission. The SE trim gets a new NV1500 five-speed heavy-duty tranny, which promises to improve shift quality in cold weather, along with a new, more potent 2.4-liter Power Tech inline-four. Available four-wheel disc brakes debut this year, along with a new fold-and-tumble rear seat that can be more easily removed. Finally, the Wrangler's interior has been refurbished for 2003; it gets new front and rear seats, a new electrochromatic rearview mirror with map lights, temperature and compass display (standard on Sahara, optional on Sport and Rubicon trims), and a new four-spoke steering wheel.

• Cheap, fun to drive, classic styling, go-anywhere capability.

• Soft top a handful to manipulate, difficult ingress-egress, slow steering.

User Reviews:

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  Rough it with confort Jeep Wrangler - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By M Eastwood - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This jeep wrangler is an upgrade from your sons california college vehicle that he bought to drive the girls around in. It has improved ride, easier top, and all the safety features of a "regular" sedan. It still goes through flooded roads, across fields with the ease of the bigger "monsters" we hear so much about. Fuel economy is decent. I love the fact that the back seat folds forward to make the mini truck I wanted when I removed the seat from my old wrangler. Now I have the best of both worlds as I approach my 60 birthday. Signed the Blonde Supercharged Outdoors Woman

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  Best Jeep yet - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Stevepilamb56 - July 29 - 10:00 am

  Its hard to describe the feeling of owning my Jeep. I have owned my 2003 Inca Gold Wrangler since December and have been very pleased. The road noise,soft top,engine, and interior design are light years ahead of my old 1989 Wrangler. I love the design and color because it stands out and attracts a lot of attention.

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  Its madd hott - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Giuseppe A - April 29 - 10:00 am

  The cars awesome its fun to drive the gas mileage isnt badd and its more or less common sense to take apart, everything is just straight out there no questions. with out a doubt that is a madd fun car to chill in and i recieve compliments left and right. im pickin up girls here and there. its a standard pimp mobile.

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  Gently Used - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By teflonjpr - February 9 - 6:16 am

  Purchased it gently used with 31x10.5 tires already installed. Rides a lot better than the 97 I had previously driven. 2.4L has better horsepower than older models. Transmission and clutch operate very smoothly. Can hear some clunking into gear, and very stiff in the single digit temps of Iowa winter. High back seats are comfortable for long drives, but dont expect to get much above 65mph with the 4 cyl. Looking forward to spring off-roading.

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  Rubicon is good - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Silverdawg - February 2 - 10:00 am

  After 12,500 miles with the Rubicon I am still amazed with where it will go and how much fun it is to drive. The Jeep Wrangler is the most fun vehicle to drive built today. The Rubicon Package makes it the most capable off highway vehicle on any dealer’s showroom floor. If you dont believe me just give it a try. Be careful though, you will get hooked.

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  Nice so far - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By jroads323 - November 27 - 10:00 am

  Had this for several months - no problems, much smoother ride than my old 91 Jeep Wrangler!

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  Awsome Jeep Wrangler - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Aaron Davis - November 14 - 2:00 am

  I recently purchased my second Jeep Wrangler. My first was a 1995 Sahara. I loved it and had regretted selling it until I bought my new 2003 Jeep Wrangler Sport. It has the best motor Ive ever seen, the 4.0L I-6, that has plenty of power. A great 4- wheel drive system that has never failed me in snow, rain, mud, etc. It is comfortable, attractive, functional and the perfect size. No land yahct for me, thank you very much. By far the best all-around vehicle Ive ever had. Once you get one you will never want another SUV, or car for that matter.

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  Nothing better to drive! - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By YSIC jeff - August 26 - 2:00 am

  There truly is nothing better to drive than a Jeep Wrangler. I have a 02 Wrangler Sport 4.0L with 5-speed manual and you cannot beat the power and ability of this vehicle for its class. Interior / Exterior and everything about it sells me on the fact that I wont drive anything else. In fact my wife have one too if she wouldnt have already bought a Durango (Another Chrysler product of greatness)The only people that care that much about interior changes dont truly DRIVE a Jeep Wrangler. They just sit in it while its rolling.

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  Just For Fun - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By 03 Wrangler SE - August 10 - 10:00 am

  After several months with my Jeep, I am very happy with my purchase. I only wish the weather would cooperate so I could leave my top off more often. For 2003, the seats were re- designed and they are much more comfortable than prior years. Total Fun in the Sun!

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  The Best! - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By lovemyjeepsofar - June 28 - 10:00 am

  I have always wanted a Jeep Wrangler but, being in my late 40s, I thought it was a childish fantasy that I should finally put to bed. Then I came to my senses! Its fun, powerful, reliable (so far) and I can go anywhere in it. The 4WD-on-the-fly is easy and quite liberating. Im short (411) and to finally be able to see more than the back end of another car is one of the best features of this vehicle for me. Sturdiness and safety ratings are another huge plus. The awsome turning radius makes parking a complete breeze. And then theres the "Jeep Wave". It makes you feel at home wherever you are.