Overview & Reviews

Any music lovers out there? For 2003, the Alero expands its scope of available sounds by offering XM Satellite Radio as an option. It's the only Oldsmobile to do so.

• Sleek styling, brisk performance and handling, ergonomically intelligent interior, well-equipped standard model.

• Hint of cheapness to interior bits, numb steering, poor resale value.

User Reviews:

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  pros and cons of the alero - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By sazisarah - April 1 - 10:00 am

  Love the way the car looks , although it is alittle slow on intitial take off but does fine when passing

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  Problems - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Elly - February 25 - 5:53 pm

  I had to replace the intake. It was covered under warranty. Then my rear defroster broke. It would cost me $100 because it was not covered under warranty. Now five years later my valves need to be replaced in the engine. What a joke. No warning. It started cutting out one day. Also last year 2008, I had to replace the wheel barrings in it.

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  Comfortable - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By K4ala - October 18 - 2:00 am

  Excellent around town and in parking lots Reall will make a sharp turn

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  2003 Olds Alero - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By JAMMINJED - October 12 - 11:06 pm

  Its been a great vehicle. It has a sporty feel to it even with the 4 cyl engine. I can get from 0-60 in about 7 seconds easy. Its not bad for only 140hp and a heavier car than most with this size of engine. I love the sharp turns and handling.

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  My Alero Experience - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By lisa - August 6 - 10:00 am

  This car is stylish and fun to drive - when it works. My brakes have been replaced 5 times, last time they put a special GM "kit" on so that it wont happen again. I have replaced the drive belt twice, the power steering pump twice, my radio antenna and air conditioning recently stopped working and Im tired of throwing money into it. I had one minor bumper scrape, it was expensive to fix, but it held up very well in the accident. Id say it was a lemon, but I am not the only person with these problems.

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  Not to happy - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By jasonvqmzm2 - July 25 - 9:51 am

  Bought the car this year, 2014. Had 144k miles on the car at purchase. Fuel pump went out at 146k and found it had been replaced before. Now, the anti-theft system is kicking in when going down the hwy and killing the engine. Ignition switch is jamming up and have to wiggle key to turn and start the car. Being told now that the ignition lock cylinder can fail causing anti-theft system fault and no start conditions. Have towed car home twice in last month because of this problem. GM wont issue a recall on this because they claim it isnt a safety issue. What is safe about your engine cutting off, going 70 mph on the interstate?

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  Worst Car Ever Owned; A Real Lemon - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By joners - July 11 - 9:09 am

  Paid 8,000 for car and put 3,000 into engine, mostly seals, major problem in coolent system, cracked engine block, the list goes on and on.... this was the worst engine GM ever built, I dont reccommend it. Replaced fuel pump, then it was needing repairs twice a year. Joined a class action lawsuit and GM got out of it by filing bankruptcy. If your buying an Alero plan on spending alot for repairs, due to cheap parts and a poorly running engine.

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  alero review - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Aida Reyes - July 4 - 2:00 am

  This car is quite strong. I was in an accident with a Chevy Tahoe that broadsided my alero on the passenger side and the Tahoe went away hurting. My alero was messed up inside but I was able to walk away a little banged up, but alive. Good car.

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  Nice cheap car - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Justin - June 10 - 2:46 am

  This cars nice. 3.4L v6 it has plenty of power. Good gas mileage 22 city 30 highway. I wish it had ABS or ETS but oh well. Good trunk space. Smooth drive. Poor quality though considering almost every 60degree v6 has a failing lower intake manifold gasket. I replaced mine once I got it around 77000 miles.

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  2003 Olds Alero - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By alero_blues - April 15 - 10:00 pm

  I bought this Alero in 2004, for 12K being a year old with only 23K on it, seemed like a good deal. Still paying it off today, have had the front rotor replaced, brakes, tires, battery, fuel pump and windshield replaced. The only problem I keep on having is a small water leak into the fuse box from somewhere around the windshield area, had it replaced, was good for a year, then it started leaking after a 3 day rain. By this point I am tired of dealing with the cost of trying to find the problem and just want a car that doesnt leak. I love my Alero, but i need something that is a little less water loving. Great design, like the seat and stereo set up, even though car is compact and comfy.