Overview & Reviews

The Sunfire gets a refresh this year that adds new front and rear fascias, a revised sport suspension and four new wheel styles. The 2.2-liter Ecotec four-cylinder is now the only engine offered, as the GT model has been dropped from the lineup. Base model Sunfires no longer come with standard ABS brakes, but it remains an available option. On the inside, there's a 60/40-split folding rear seat, an upgraded interior seat fabric and new options like side-impact airbags, XM Satellite Radio and the OnStar system.

• Low price, torquey four-cylinder engine, optional satellite radio and OnStar.

• Ancient design inside and out, cheap interior materials, poor build quality, low resale value, poor side-impact and front-offset crash test results.

User Reviews:

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  SUNFIRE worth a look in this class!! - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By gkxp - November 16 - 10:00 am

  I just bought a 2003 Sunfire with the 2.2L Ecotec. The Sunfire is quiet at idle and quick with only a slight rumble from the dual exhaust during acceleration. If you are in the market for a Cavalier or Ion from GM, I would definitely also check out the Sunfire. Also if you are looking at a Civic Coupe, I would STRONGLY recommend a visit to test-drive the faster, more stylish and better equipped Sunfire!

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  Major Problems - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By moodylicious - November 14 - 2:53 am

  Have had major problems with the brakes suddenly locking up while at hwy speeds while not being able to shift above 3rd gear. Took five dealer visits before problem was even diagonosed. Was very disturbed about how serious a problem could not be reproduced in the shop. Once nearly got steamrollered by a semi while trying to regain power. Problem finally stopped. Also, power window motors have had been replaced 4 times at $300+ a crack. Would I buy this car again? No.

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  Okay for economic reasons - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By Heather - August 18 - 11:53 am

  I bought this car in 2003 when I as a single mother who needed a new car. It was not the best decision I have ever made. The car is very uncomfortable and loud on the road. The gas mileage is great but I will not buy another one. There are better economic choices.

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  SunfiresFine - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By newoldtex - May 24 - 10:00 am

  Well designed sporty looking, fun-to- drive yet roomy car. Well thought out, with convenient features. Exceptional left leg room, and plenty of head room, is skip sun roof. Only negative, seat belt strap location due to door post behind you. Of many past cars, I am enjoying this one best. JHS

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  DONT BUY GM - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By dontbuyGM - March 18 - 10:00 am

  Had my car less than 6 months and it started falling apart. VERY POOR quality car. The paint is peeling off all over. Front end of car is messed up, Ive been told it was more than likely damaged at the factory. ****GM mechanics SUCK!! I have had 6 dashes, 4 left panels, 3 right panels, 3 consoles, and the stereo replaced!! ALL because the "GM CERTIFIED MR GOODWRENCH MECHANICS" are careless when they work on my car!!! And guess what GM customer service does NOT care I have called numerous times!! BEWARE OF HOW FAST THIS CAR CAN FALL APART!!! BUY A FORD INSTEAD!! I WISH I HAD!!!!!

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  My 2nd sunfire - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By HowardPM - March 10 - 2:00 am

  I actually had a 2000 sunfire before this 2003 one, I really like the changes, the new engine is great, I got every package available. The Onstar is cool, it was pretty fun when I called to register it they told me I was the first person ever to call with a sunfire. I also love the XM radio. Only problems Ive had so far are a rattling in the car that the pontiac place cant figure out what it is. A slight defect on the left turn single lens and its now been 2 months since they ordered a peice to fix it. Also there was a rip in the back seat, Ive been waiting 2 months for them to fix also. This is really a dealership issue not a pontiac one though.

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  amazing - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire
  By Brad - January 29 - 2:20 pm

  It is an amazing vehicle to own, its stylish, decent speed, great fuel economy, good trunk space, good for off-road. I know that because when i owned the car i preferred to go down the dirt roads. the only problem with the car is that the headlights are not very bright