Overview & Reviews

The Bonneville gets only minor changes for 2003. Base SE models now sport newly styled 16-inch steel wheels and a standard AM/FM/CD stereo, while all models can be upgraded with optional XM Satellite Radio. Previously standard side airbags are now optional on SE and SLE models.

• Loads of gee-whiz features, solid handling and drivetrain, excellent crash test scores, large trunk.

• Average interior materials, overly complicated controls, poor resale value.

User Reviews:

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  This car can move! - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By dmk - May 2 - 10:00 am

  The Bonneville gives outstanding acceleration and steering performance. I wanted a hybrid sports car / large car. The Bonneville fits the bill.

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  Blast to drive, very happy with this car - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By CACruising - January 1 - 10:00 am

  This car is a blast to drive if you like a car with power that handles well. The suspension gives a great ride for long and short trips. To eliminate some expensive options that we did not want (12-CD, Satellite radio, chrome wheels and sun roof because of head clearance), we ordered the car. It arrived in 4 weeks. Had a water leak problem with trunk through the bolt holes that hold Spoiler. It was fixed after a couple of tries.

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  2003 Bonneville with 160,000 miles - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Sean - November 20 - 5:50 am

  I am 18 years old and this was my first car. I bought the car two years ago with 130,000 and it ran great. I still have the car and its still going strong with 168,000 miles. The only thing i have had to do with it is scheduled maintenance (oil changes, balancing tires, etc). Fuel economy is great for a 6 cylinder. It has a very smooth ride, and i like the comfortable leather seats. It also rides quite well at 120 mph. One of the only things i do not like about this car is that it is quite heavy, and does not stop as quickly as many other cars I have driven.

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  My car - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Jskinner - October 2 - 10:00 am

  I have had several automobiles and this has to be the best. It handles great and has the extra pickup needed to pass in a tight situation. It also looks tough.

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  IT`S AWESOME!! - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By cscib1 - February 24 - 10:00 am

  Did lots of research on this car and reviewed this site alot. This car is AWESOME! It is stylish inside and out, inside dash is unreal, lots of fun gadgets and cool dashboard at night. The ride of my SSEi is like `floating` on air. Best car I have ever owned. Lots of fun to drive. Even let my wife drive it sometimes!

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  My BONNEVILLE - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Chuck Finch - February 18 - 2:00 am

  This is a very exciting and responsive automobile to drive and own, not only is it fun to drive it has class. You folks do not rate it high enough on your car ratings. This car is as good or better than the forign imports and you can take that to the bank. I will put my Bonneville against any of them. The Mercedes and Lexuss dont have anything over this car. This car will eat them up for breakfast. I know I have done it. I work for Daimeler Chrystler and they dont make a ride this good.

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  BOOMING BONNEVILLE - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By PRESTON PAPKE - February 8 - 10:00 am

  FOR THOSE WHO DONT BELIEVE THAT AN AMERICAN SEDAN CANT BE FUN AND ECONOMICAL, THEY HAVENT DRIVEN A BONNEVILLE!

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  Missing my Bonneville - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Ponti-mani-ac - August 1 - 3:53 pm

  After having 3 Grand Prixs, I went up to the Bonneville. Wish I had done it sooner. It was a fun to drive, comfortable, sporty, yet classy car. I got great gas mileage, avg around 28mpg. Never had any problems with it. I came out of an almost head on collision at 50mph, taking the brunt of the hit down the drivers side, with no injuries! Unfortunately it was totaled. Now I have a 2007 Grand Prix, since Pontiac discontinued the Bonneville; Bigmistake Pontiac! Would have bought another Bonneville for sure!

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  Love our SSEi - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By BonnyLad - July 1 - 10:00 am

  Wow! Now I know some of you sports car nuts are going to cringe at this statement, but.....Our 2003 Bonneville SSEi is one of the fastest best road hugging vehicles I have ever owned and I ve owned a few. Excellent creature comforts, plenty of pedal, and amazing sound system and fantastic all round performance. My highest recommendation.

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  2003 Bonneville SLE - 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
  By jandres - June 13 - 10:00 am

  The moment I sat in this car for the first time I was hooked. The cockpit reminded me of a jet airplane. Being an engineer, I loved the controls and layout of the interior (especially the instrument panel). The ride and power of the engine are exceptional for this size of car. Lots of room in the back and very comfortable. I opted for the leather seats. Ride and handling are superb. This car is a gem. BTW, Some complain about the lower body- side cladding. I believe it is a plus since it protects the lower part of the car against stone chips and door dings.