Overview & Reviews

The 2003 Jeep Wrangler gets a new trim level: the Rubicon. All trims have been bestowed with an all-new 42RLE four-speed automatic transmission which is supposed to provide smoother-shifting, better highway fuel efficiency and quieter engine operation at highway speeds compared to the previous three-speed automatic transmission. The SE trim gets a new NV1500 five-speed heavy-duty tranny, which promises to improve shift quality in cold weather, along with a new, more potent 2.4-liter Power Tech inline-four. Available four-wheel disc brakes debut this year, along with a new fold-and-tumble rear seat that can be more easily removed. Finally, the Wrangler's interior has been refurbished for 2003; it gets new front and rear seats, a new electrochromatic rearview mirror with map lights, temperature and compass display (standard on Sahara, optional on Sport and Rubicon trims), and a new four-spoke steering wheel.

• Cheap, fun to drive, classic styling, go-anywhere capability.

• Soft top a handful to manipulate, difficult ingress-egress, slow steering.

User Reviews:

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  Jeep Quality - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By audiofetish - January 17 - 10:00 am

  Hey all, ive had my jeep since 2000 its a beauty. they have turning capabilities that of no other! she handles better in the mountain turns than my jetta! JEEP OWNERS ROCK!!

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  leahsJeep - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By DaytonConsumer - August 19 - 10:00 am

  LOVE my Jeep - cant believe I waited so long to get one. You get the same adventure as a motorcycle only safer!! I think Im a Jeep Wrangler lifer!

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  Jeepin!!!! - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Bodencak - August 16 - 2:00 am

  Not yo mommas station wagon. As an owner of a 2003 X and former owner of a 74 CJ 5, I love the better ride quality. Until you find a bump. Stock off-road ability is good. Good crisp, tight steering. All around fun to drive.

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  You cant go wrong with a jeep - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By JOHNNY - June 27 - 7:30 am

  This is my second Jeep wrangler I had a 2001 sport and I loved it. Just when I thought Jeep couldnt get any better I bought the Jeep Ive always wanted (well since 03) the Rubicon and Im very impressed with its performance and capability.

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  Great Year for a Wrangler! - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Krakenbound - June 27 - 6:56 am

  If you are looking for a used Wrangler to use as both a daily driver and a weekend trail runner, the 2003 year is a very good choice. This year saw the intro of the new 4 speed automatic transmission, making freeway driving easier. It had already seen a engine upgrade in 2001, and also now has the option for rear disk brakes (faster stopping, better feel and much easier to repair). Aside from the later Unlimited body extension option and the Rubicon off road package that became available in 2004 (and together in 2005), there is no better Wrangler to consider than a 2003 (Unless you want a fat/wide 2007+, which cant get though some desert canyons I wheel in!)

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  great ride - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By rholmes - May 12 - 10:00 am

  The Rubicon is better than I ever expected it would be. A great off-road rig that handles just fine on the highway. If your looking for fun every time you get behind the wheel the rubicon is for you.

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  Not for the faint of heart. - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By madmanstan - April 6 - 1:01 am

  If you plan on driving on the road all the time and you are very young, maybe this vehicl will do, but it has average gas mileage to be expected from an american SUV and its a rough ride in town. That said if you have time to actually use your jeep for offroading and trail running the jeep wrangler is excellent. I cant imagine trying to take a scion up some of the places I have gone in this jeep, and the soft top and removeable doors are always off. Great to drive at night in the summer here and the improved coilspring suspension is a step up from the older leafspring. Still stiff though, so like I say, its not for the faint of heart.

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  1 Fine Jeep - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By Vinson - January 3 - 10:00 am

  My Rubicon was not purchased to be my primary form of transportation. But, it soon became my primary vehicle. The gas milage is crapy, but it was not made to be used for the highway. This is my third jeep.

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  Boogie Nights Review - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By boogie nights - November 4 - 2:00 am

  The 2003 Jeep Wrangler X is an excellent vehicle, perfect for mild to moderate off roading. Also with the 4.o 6 cyl. it has the power you need to perform well on or off road. The interior is limiting but well designed for the amount of space available. All the Xs controls are easily within reach and head room is in abundance (even more when the top is off). Storage space is a definate downfall unless no one is in the folding back seat.

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  My first Jeep - 2003 Jeep Wrangler
  By jasonjeep03 - November 4 - 2:00 am

  I have been a life long fan of the Jeep since my father had one when I was a kid. I finally was able to purchase one this summer and I must say it is living upto my expectation. My friend took me up into the mountains this fall between the rocky climbs and the giant mudholes this vehicle is unstoppable. Most fun I ever had in a car. I used to drive small sports cars, I dont think I will ever go back. Anxiously awaiting our first snowfall so I can have some fun with my dad.