Overview & Reviews

Toyota's popular midsize SUV has been completely redesigned this year. Though it stays true to its truck-based roots, it comes with many new upscale features, including an available V8 engine and an optional navigation system.

• Powerful V6 engine, rugged off-road capabilities, many standard and optional features.

User Reviews:

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  03 Forerunner - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By Gregg Lutz - June 27 - 2:00 am

  It feels more solid than my previous 98, Forerunner. With the V/8 it has all the power you will ever need and it seems, so far, to get similar gas mileage. The new 5 speed transmission is flawless.

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  Very Nice! - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By bobbbb - June 16 - 10:00 am

  We bought this 4Runner a few weeks ago and love it. Had the last 4Runner for almost 9 years (and 147,000 trouble free miles!), but it was time for a new one. You can really tell the quality is there unlike most of the competition. The handling is great and the power is great in the 6-cyl. What more can you ask for? Its a great vehicle (and Im not normally a fan of SUVs!).

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  Toyota has done it again. - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By TITAN1 - June 16 - 10:00 am

  Ive driven every SUV out there,and I can honestly tell you the 2003 Four- runner is the best of the lot.Its "i- force" V8 impossibly smooth,strong and refined.Fuel economy is actually pretty decent for a SUV of this size and weight (Ive averaged 17 in the city and about 21 on the highway.)As for interior appointments; they are second to none, with unquestionably the best stereo Ive heard in any vehicle, suv or otherwise.By the look,sound and feel of things in the cockpit, youd almost swear you were in a Lexus.Add to all of this that the completely redesigned Fourrunner has killer good looks,and go- anywhere all-wheel-drive capability.

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  Kudos to Toyota - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By HuntPSU1 - June 16 - 10:00 am

  Just purchased my V6 Ltd with all the bells and whistles. Previously drove a 97 4Runner Ltd 4x4. Theres no comparison to the older model--the 2003 model is tops in all categories-- handling, power, features, and in my opinion, styling. While not cheap-- dealers are negotiating on price. My previous 4Runner had no significant problems, and I expect nothing less with this one. If you are in the market, definitely test drive it--it will impress you!

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  4-Runner Nothing Else Will Do - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By AAJoe - June 11 - 10:00 am

  This is my favorite SUV I have ever owned. (99 Tahoe, 92 K-5 Blazer, 87 Cherokee, 82 CJ7) I tested the 2003 Tahoe, Discovery, Trailblaizer & Durango and I would have paid a $5000 premium for the powertrain and handling of the 4-Runner. New for 2003 increased size and V-8 option won me over. The best of the "real" 4x4 SUVs if you dont have a large family.

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  GREAT TRUCK!!! - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By HPOOH - June 11 - 10:00 am

  XREAS is great!!! Ride quality is above par, quiet and powerful V6 engine. Camry has 5-speed auto on the V6.... why not the 4runner? Gas milage is somewhat bad... i am getting about 16mpg

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  My 4 wheel Safety machine - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By Pacific Northwest - May 18 - 10:00 am

  Have loved this truck from moment one off the lot. It accelerates wonderfully, great sound system, every air bag thats out there, and has the toyota reliability that we require. This is my 3rd generation 4 Runner, and by far the best. I could only hope for a hybrid version of this best in a tuxedo!

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  Rampent Consumerism - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By WiggyDinks - May 15 - 2:00 am

  Traded a 2000 4Runner for the new 2003. Wow, what an improvement! And I thought the 2000 was nice! There is so much more power in the new one. All the traction systems make it way easier to control as well.

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  Great truck! - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By jkeyser - April 29 - 10:00 am

  I love my 4 Runner. The ride is as smooth as many sedans. Rough pavement is barely noticeable. Road and wind noise are almost non-existent. It has very good acceleration and low end torque. Toyota has definitely solved the perennial problem of 4 Runners being under-powered. I dont see why anybody would need a V-8 except for towing a heavy trailer. I tow a 15 aluminum boat and it handles it great except going uphill at altitudes above about 5,000 feet. Off road performance is great, too, just take off the running boards before doing anything too rough. The downhill assist is a very nice feature and the granny gear has GREAT torque.

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  Best vehicle Ive ever owned - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By rufus42 - April 8 - 2:39 pm

  We bought this vehicle new in 2003. It now has 120,000 miles. It has been fun and comfortable to drive. The mileage is 20 mph highway and 17-18 city. There was a rattle in the moon roof and a squeak in the left portion of the front bumper when it was new. Both were repaired under warranty. The front brakes pads and calipers were replaced at 102,000 miles. Replaced burned out brake lights and yellow front corner lights at about 100,000 miles. A dash light burned out at about 118,000. The dash light cost about $97 to replace since I had it done by my shop. Other than these relatively minor repairs, it has been just routine maintenance. I plan to keep this vehicle for another 120,000 or more.