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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  Not a bad second car - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By D. Ahart - November 25 - 6:36 am

  Bought this car with about 21,000 on the odometer. Now has 53,000 mi. and so far its still running well. The front tires seemed to wear down evenly, but quickly. Make sure you do tire rotations regularly. Love the way the Alero handles on dry road...even wet not too bad, but less than stellar in the snow.

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  Good All Around Car Except For Seats - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Alf33 - September 9 - 10:00 am

  Everything about this car is good except for the bucket seats which are uncomfortable and way too hard. Unfortunatelly I didnt discover this until after it was too late to return it. The performance is good but accelerating when at a crusing speed of about 50 is sluggish if only moderate pedal pressure is used. It gets moving real good when it drops down a gear when you get into it more. The car has tons of great features, is nice to drive, and is more stylish than a lot of cars out there now. I got 30mpg on the highway during a recent trip and that was doing 70-75mph a lot of the time.

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  Nice Ride! - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Temperob - August 29 - 2:00 am

  Well I just traded in my 98 Ford Contour Sport on a used 03 Alero. I was very happy with the Ford but this GM is making me smile every time I drive it. The brakes are a bit numb but they work like a champ, and the steering is a little vague but when driven hard this car really comes to life. It has a nice ride quality and a very pleasing exhaust note. So pretty much you can tool around down with the family or drive thought the canyon roads with confidence, good blend of Sport and Economy.

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  Suprised its not a Honda! - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By R W - August 7 - 11:13 pm

  Bought it with 20,000 miles. I owned 3 Hondas before this one and I didnt enjoy the reliability. Ive only replaced an alternator (93,000 miles) and a fuel pump (91,000 due to a very bad tank of gas). Thats it outside of regular oil changes, brakes, and tires. This is the best money Ive ever spent on any car. It still runs like it is brand new. For a 4 cyliner it is quite peppy, more than the Honda Civic that was $2K more than the Alero at that time Now, its 2007 and I cant find Aleros anymore? Thats OK. Mine runs fine. Ill keep driving it. GM should re-open the Olds Alero line. This is the best 4-cylinder car for the money GM has made!

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  Not bad at all - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Russ Hoss - June 11 - 10:00 am

  Other than the driver seat feeling like its broken, I LOVE the car. I put about 400 miles a week on my car and its really fun to drive. Actually, my wife has taken it from me and she is a diehard Honda fan.

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  Basic GM Econo-box - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Jeff - April 7 - 1:10 pm

  I purchased this car in 2005 with about 20,000 miles on it. It was an ex-rental from California. I now have have about 63,250 miles on it and it has/had some problems. The passlock had to be replaced ($460), the suspension starts squeaking annually and I have to take it to the dealer to get it lubricated, and the CD player only takes CDs when it wants to. The 3.4L V6 is nothing to write home about either at 170HP. Based from what Ive read, Ive been lucky with this car. My dashboard hasnt started peeling and I havent had to replace any pumps or bearings. Although functional, the interior seems cheesy. Also, this car cant handle in the snow. The rear end gives out even with good tires.

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  Pretty Good - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Schmutz - December 27 - 2:00 am

  No problems to speak of, except when I ditched it. Cant expect a car to go 80 on snow and ice.

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  Awesome Car - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Harold Bernard - September 15 - 2:00 am

  My Alreo is my dream car. It is alot fun to drive and be seen in.

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  Do not buy this car - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By dsh1127 - June 16 - 11:40 pm

  I bought this car new in April 2003. It was a nice car until about 50,000 miles. At that point, my opinion on this car changed greatly! It started having one problem after another, and had so many squeaks, rattles and air leakage that you would think it was a 20 year old car. This car was in the shop so often that everyone knew me on a first name basis! The final problem was a major computer meltdown at 68,000 miles. I left it at the shop (unrepaired), got what I could for trade, and bought a used Nissan Maxima! Do not waste your money and time on an Alero!

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  Awesum lil ride - 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Steven - April 30 - 9:13 pm

  I bought mine in 05 w/ 9,000 miles. now has 120,000. has NEVER let me down. Only minor maintenance costs so far except for the intake gasket, which the dealer covered. Ive customized mine with a new wing, body kit, tinted glass and fancy wheels, and it turns heads everywhere I take it. Both my sons are jealous and want me to hand over the title. (not gonna happen!!!)