2003 Toyota Tundra Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.51/5 Average
147 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Toyota has expanded the Tundra's body style variety by adding a new StepSide model. Its distinctive styling includes flared rear wheel arches and special tail lamps. If you want to make the StepSide even sportier, there is a new sport suspension package available. All 2003 Toyota Tundras have a restyled front fascia, standard antilock brakes and a center console similar to the one found in the Sequoia SUV. For the top-line Limited trim, Toyota has added a power sliding rear window.

Pros:
  • Silky V8, Toyota build quality and reliability, less-than-full-size maneuverability.
Cons:
  • Lacks wide range of choice offered by domestics, somewhat uncomfortable front seats, meager rear cab room on Access Cab, chintzy interior trimmings.

User Reviews:

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  • TOOTHACRE - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    I OWN AN AVALON WITH O- PROBLEM,(90000),SO I CONTINUE WITH THE THE TRUNK. IN 8 MONTHS IT HAS BEEN EXCELLANT

  • Satisfied owner - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Its an excellent vehicle but I think there should be more cab room in the 4door models and maybe a more peppier engine for spunk.

  • Awesome - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Not only is this a great, no super truck the dealership made the buying experience a pleasure. I have had Chevys in the past and this is a much tighter, more solidly built vehicle.

  • Best 1/2 ton on the market - bar none - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    I find it comical these clowns that give it realy low ratings have nothing better to do than put down trucks they wish they could afford. After owning a 81,91 F150, 96 full sized bronco and multipul Honda cars and minivans I came to the conclustion the Hondas were superior vehicles to Fords. Honda does not make a truck so I bought the tundra. As far as people saying they are not work capable, that is just pure garbage. Its funny that my Tundra will pull my trailer loaded with my Kubota tractor (together weigh in at just over 5000lbs) over Parleys summit easily at 70mph. My Bronco w/ 5.8L barley did that alone.

  • Bad paint, no comfort, Good drivetrain. - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Purchased truck July 2003. List of problems I have had with this vehicle: 1) Rear seals on back of X-tra cab fixed due to rain water entering cab. 2) Fuel filler tube replaced because Check Engine light kept coming on. 3) Paint on drivers side door wore away and I had the entire door and front of the X-tra cab repainted at local body shop. Dealer agreed to pay for 1/2 of the repair. I declined offer, as I suspect there will be future problems with this. Other paint (salsa red pearl) peeling off of truck. 4) Factory Dunlop tires horrible. 5) X- tra cab uncomfortable. Not up to the standard for a Toyota. Marginal city MPG. Drivetrain excellent so far.

  • WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS TRUCK - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    I never thaught we could love a truck this much. Everyday my wife and I fight over who is going to drive it. It is the most practical, reliable, and all around smart truck. The best truck we ever owned.

  • Love it so far - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Got my Tundra SR5 V8 4x4 Access Cab two weeks ago. Love it so far. Very quiet. Also got tow pkg and captains chairs--the chairs are VERY comfortable. The truck is pretty fast, for a nearly-full size truck. Like the torque. Im getting 16 mpg in town, and Im a lead foot 50% of the time. I plan to tow a 5000 pound travel trailer, shouldnt have any problem.

  • Toyota Tundra 2003 - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Driving and ownership experience is without complaint. The Tundra handles well and drives easily. My experience as an owner is such that I would consider a Toyota Tundra again when I am ready to purchase again. I have not had a bad experience with this vehicle. I do think that the interior design should allow for more room in the rear passenger area. The leg room is too cramped. The front is comfortable but I would like for the drivers seat to move backward more than it does; however, it is OK.

  • Great truck! - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    Bought the Tundra in March 2003 from local dealership. Overall impressed with the truck. Decided on the Tundra because of the positive ratings from J.D. Power and Associates, Intellichoice, and Consumer Reports to name a few. The ride is very comfortable and smooth. The quality of interior materials is suberb. The exterior is solid and able to take anything.

  • Hard to beat for a full size pickup - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    First non-US pickup I have purchase but got tired of rattles in GM and Fords so decided to go with a Tundra. Cant believe a pick-up can run so quitetly, have so much power, and go over some wash boards without a rattle or vibration. Cant wait to see if it holds up but can recommend it to someone who doesnt like to have buttons fall off in the interior and gaps in moldings that I know I have found on US trucks.

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