Overview & Reviews

A few minor changes are in store for Toyota's large sedan. On the outside, you'll find freshened styling that consists of a new grille, new taillamps and redesigned bumpers. Inside, the 2003 Avalon has been upgraded with dual-stage airbags and ISO-FIX child safety seat anchor points. XLS models also have more features this year, including an autodimming driver-side mirror, rain-sensing wipers, a simulated wood-trimmed steering wheel and an optional navigation system.

• Lexus-like quality, smooth V6 engine, huge rear seat.

• High price tag, bland personality.

User Reviews:

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  Avalon - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By SR - March 25 - 10:00 am

  Nice car for the price

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  Great Car - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By vdsavage - March 25 - 10:00 am

  We have owned buicks, oldsmobiles, hondas, station wagons, and have test driven all of the larger sedans, including Mercedes, Maxima, Mazda, and Lexus, prior to buying this Avalon. They either have too much road or wind noise. I cannot tolerate the least of those. For the money, I do not think there is a better buy. It is truly the smoothest quietest ride we have experienced. We tried them all. I am very picky about wind and road noise. Sales people do not like to deal with me.

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  The Cadilac of Japanese cars - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By Avi - March 5 - 10:00 am

  this an absolutly a great car. there is no other. mercedes or bmw cant compare. the ride, the convience and reliabilty are just exceptional. i suggest this car who wants luxury car with a sporty feel.

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  Comfort and Reliability -- YES! - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By Pete Mor - February 26 - 2:00 am

  The Avalon ride is outstanding. It is also extremely quiet, even with the potholes in the Washington DC area! Based on past experience (THIS car is too new), the Toyota reliability should be excellent. Experience with the dealer was typical (they pushed undercoating and extended warranties). I initially tried foolishly to order a car with the exact features I want. Finally, after two months with at least another month to go, I bought one "off the lot". The 7-speaker sound system is as smooth as the Avalons ride. Attention to detail in both design and construction are extraordinary. I am delighted with the car.

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  2003 Avalon is still noisy - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By Mary Payne - February 10 - 10:00 am

  I heard something like wind noise in the front. The salesman, of course, said no, no. He couldnt hear anything. This is a luxury car. The audio system was fabulous. The salesman was talking. I turned off the music. I asked him to be quiet. On surface streets, it was lovely. The fan was blowing when I took it onto the freeway. But after I purchased it and drove it on the freeway all alone and with everything turned off, there is DEFINITELY noise. I still cant pinpoint it or figure out how this can be.

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  beware of paint staining - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By Hands501 - January 21 - 10:00 am

  Weve had the vehicle for two weeks, and love it so far. We did have trouble with the dealer, when the detailing department sprayed tire dressing on the tires. The dressing then stained the diamond white paint. The dealership had to buff out the clear coat and repaint the wheelwells and back quarterpanels (lower portion only). The service manager commented that the paint on the white cars was easy to stain. Purchased our 2003 model for $30,000, with moonroof, heated leather seats, floor mats, and diamond white paint, but only got wholesale for our 99 Chysler LHS.

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  Great for the family - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By Brian - December 19 - 1:13 pm

  This is a one of a kind vehicle. Either you could go for something flashy or go for something cheap, but the Avalon is a solid, yet comfortable automobile. I use it as my work car and you cant beat the ride. Im glad that Toyota updated the looks since 2003. That was the only drawback of the older models. Overall, its a great car.

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  IM IN HEAVEN! - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By TERRY - October 22 - 10:00 am

  I feel like im floating on a cloud. The ride is so smoothe. There are no "blind" areas. My previous car was a Gran Prix. It had all of the bells and whistles, but had a very hard ride. I get a new car every 5 years...Cant wait to see what Toyota has in store for 2008!

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  Outstanding highway car - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By emiddle - July 31 - 10:00 am

  I travel about 30,000 miles per year in my job. The Avalon is an ideal choice for this type of use. Definitely a Lexus in a Toyota wrapper.

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  Wind Noise is the Problem - 2003 Toyota Avalon
  By kprko - July 27 - 8:13 am

  Wind noise from both sided leaking thru the doors will cost over $200 for new window runners. Air conditioning vents blow cold air directly on you is a nuisance. After 3 years the dash component seams are separating. Steering wheel controls are sorely missed