Overview & Reviews

For 2003, power sliding doors are an option for both the LX and ES trim levels. A towing package and a cargo organizer are two other new options. Also, an alarm and engine immobilizer are now part of a security package, and a cassette player is available on the ES trim level. The LX trim now rides on 16-inch wheels. Inside, floor and cargo mats are now standard on both trim levels, while outside, you'll see a new exhaust tip.

• Compact and maneuverable, confident handling manners, roll-down windows in the sliding doors.

• Limited maximum cargo capacity, lacks some features found in the other minivans.

User Reviews:

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  Longtime Mazda buyer disappointed - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By 2thebeach - January 9 - 3:13 am

  Have owned seven different Mazdas. All served me well except my 03 MPV ES. Problems are as follows. 41000 miles, recall for fan control module, PCV hose and fuel trim code correction. Also replaced a leaking crank seal. 42500 replaced #6 ignition coil and spark plug. 47500 replaced leaking oil pan gasket and coolant line leading to rear heat/ac. 84000 replaced coils #3 & #5 plus front sway bar links. Other problems during ownership include replacing over half of the exterior bulbs, considerable body rust around rear wheel wells and the paint finish flaking off of the alloy wheels! Sorry Mazda, I dont give second chances now that so many brands both foreign & domestic build quality cars.

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  Happy until - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By KTnNC - December 6 - 11:06 pm

  Purchased our Mazda MPV new in 2003, We were happy with the way it handled and found the van to be very reliable except for a coil replacement at 75,000 miles and oil pan leak at 125,000 miles, seats hard as a rock and now at 140,000 miles the transmission failed on the interstate without notice, leaving us stranded for days. $3200.00 later with a Re-man transmission from the local dealership we are back on the road. Never again Mazda, no second chances.

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  Needs a goo automatic transmission,becau - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By The windmill - November 4 - 2:00 am

  The A.T leaves a lot to be desired. Does not shift correctly I have to take it back they may have to do something to it because it is not functioning as it should.

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  Great minivan at a reasonable price ! - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By bwhw - September 11 - 10:00 am

  I hated thinking of spending $23- $28k for a Sienna or Odyssey (SUVs with room are even higher) ! Found a great "in-between" bargain in the MPV. It is definitely smaller than your standard minivan on the outside but inside I was amazed how much it had to offer . Even in their base SV model you get ABS, disappearing 3rd seat, sliding side by side captains chairs, stereo control on the steering wheel, etc, etc ! What really swung me over were 2 things. 1) You can get this car for under 20k. and 2) They beefed up the engine to 200hp and it is smooth as silk. We took it on a 10 hour trip to Maine 2 days after we bought it and realized this was a great choice.

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  I want to love this van, BUT - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By donP - May 17 - 2:00 am

  I did alot of research before purchasing this van. Initially,I loved the van-this was our first van purchase and we loved the flexibility in seating, comfort, space, styling, etc. I waited until we drove 5,000 miles before writing this review. There are two strange noises when I apply the brakes-one is an occasional popping sound from the front and another noise from the rear. The dealer thought it might be the tires making that sound (yea-right). I will be taking it in next week. I wouldnt feel comfortable recommending this van until I see how it performs over an extended period of time e.g. after three years.

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  A good reliable van! - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By Doug - May 7 - 4:23 am

  Bought this van used in 2004 with 34k miles. Has been a great van. Two problems worth mentioning: The transmission has a rough shift from time to time. And I had some engine work done 2 years ago. Now I have 116k on it and no other complaints. Thinking of selling it due to my plan to take a long road trip this summer. Not sure. I would highly recommend this van. Handles like a car-better then any others I have driven. Has held its value rather well.

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  so for so good - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By mpvowner3 - October 10 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle is fun to drive. zoom zoom...... with V6 , it drives like a Sedan..

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  Excellent choice - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By brock69 - August 3 - 2:43 am

  This has been an excellent van for my family. Bought new in 2002 and now has 150,000+ miles and counting. Wife now drives about 400 miles a week average and weve put very little money into it. Ours is the ES so it came with Sunroof, power doors & leather. Weve used this vehicle for numerous trips across Country and in all types of weather with no issues. The only problems we continually have with it are a cd is jammed in the radio, water sloshes in the door wells which requires the drain to be cleaned, and the shocks squeak when its cold. Weve replaced the oil pan gasket and a few ignition coils but thats been it.

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  Best Minvan Value Ever - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By Fab4inDC - June 18 - 7:16 pm

  After 5 years and 75,000 miles, our MPV is holding up great. We only had one problem, an electrical switch in the steering column that tells the computer that car is in park, failed at around 60K and cost about $380 to fix. Other than that, just routine maintenance has kept this nearly indestructible van going down the road.

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  2003 mpv - 2003 Mazda MPV
  By norm - February 28 - 10:00 am

  Seems much better though smaller than my Fords Windstar... Mazda shows quality with this car