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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  2003 Toyoya 4Runner Ltd AWD V8 - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By Dave - December 12 - 1:43 am

  This is one of the best SUVs made today. As my 4th Toyota, this one really rocks. The V8 Power, excellent acceleration and handling and very good quality make this baby stand out in its class. When you weigh it all out.. Toyota overall quality is way above all the rest of the rest. Every vehicle has some level of warrantee work and this one needs very little.

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  My 4th 4Runner - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By wldlif - November 16 - 2:00 am

  This is my 4th 4Runner. I just traded a 2003 Sports Edition in on a 2003 Limited and this is the best vehicle I have ever had. Got tired of the gray cladding on the Sports Edition! My first 4Runner was a 1991 and I put 180,000 mi. on it and I still see it around town, a quality vehicle! This to me is one of the best SUVs on the road and I would highly recommend it to anyone. I have always gotten a very good deal and paid a fair price!! This Limited V8; is a KEEPER!! I purchased w/ 9k on it and have put 600 mi on it in last week driving in many different conditions; rain to heavy snow; from mountains to 4 lane hwys and handles fantastic in all conditions!!

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  fun fun fun - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By toastychunk - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I have loved driving this SUV! I got the V8 Limited in all black - real head turner. I agree that the MPG stinks but that is the price to pay to sit up high. We got this SUV when we knew we were going to have twins - they are arriving soon and will be traveling in style. I like all the added touches on this new model.

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  NexGen SUV - Worth the wait - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By JMU - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I was about to purchase my 4Runner earlier but waited until the appearance package on the SR5 that provides color keyed fenders and siding was available. Glad I waited. Dont know why Toyota put that grey cladding on in the first place. Major improvement in almost every way from the earlier 4Runner. I was almost going to get a Highlander but when I test drove the 4Runner I was sold. I thought it even had a better ride than the Highlander. If youre thinking about an SUV drive this one. It has the others in its class beat hands down.

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  By far, this is the best SUV ever built. - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By spacecowgirl - October 22 - 3:09 pm

  I bought my 03 4Runner with about 80k miles in 2010 after my 2000 Blazer (which gave me nothing but grief, but thats another review) was totalled in an accident. Id always wanted a 4Runner, but had settled for less expensive alternatives. When my Blazer died, I decided that my replacement would be a 4Runner, even if it had to be older. Four years later I am so happy with my decision. It now has over 140,000 miles, and still runs like new. It hasnt seen the inside of a shop for anything other than routine maintenance. Its comfortable, spacious but not too big, and capable in the city, off road and in snow. My only regret is not buying a 4Runner sooner!

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  Everything you could ask for in an SUV - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By Vectorw8t - October 20 - 12:53 pm

  From snow storms in the Northeast to the deserts of the Southwest this truck does it all with ease. Even pulling a loaded 12x6 trailer cross country managing 17 mpg @ 75 mph didnt phase this truck. Rock solid engine, combined with exceptional ride and great efficiency for an SUV. My last SUV was a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 4Runners build quality and handling is significantly superior. Dont waste your time with a Ford or Jeep, buy the 4Runner youll love it. The bottom line is that this truck outperforms in build, quality and performance all of its competitors. If youre in the market for an SUV new or used it should be on top of your short list.

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  BEST SUV - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By Floridian - October 16 - 10:00 am

  After test driving similar SUVs: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer, Acura MDX, etc., the new 4runner LTD tops them all. Wind noise is minimal compare to the others SUVs. To-date, I have driven my new 2003 LTD for 3500 miles and it is the best buy for the money in the market. Had some noises coming from the engine and overhead, but were quickly corrected by the dealer. Was told this is happening with other models.

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  I love it!! - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By tr10x - October 16 - 10:00 am

  Ive owned and driven around all the other styles of 4runners over the years and this one is simply the best....there is no comparison to the difference in power and the smoother ride that all the previous year models had....I Love it!!! Great job Toyota!!

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  4Runner Sport Tops - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By rexgretel - October 16 - 10:00 am

  We looked at some Jeep Cherokees and Dodge Durangos.... not even in the same ballpark, muchless the same league. Everything about this vehicle has been impressive, from the quality to the surprisingly good fuel mileage. For someone who never wanted an SUV, I have thoroughly enjoyed this workhorse.

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  THE TRUE RATING - 2003 Toyota 4Runner
  By BSCOOBY - October 10 - 2:00 am

  FIRST OF ALL THIS VEHICLE IS A GAS HOG. I HAVE READ RATINGS OF GREAT GAS MILEAGE. MY COMBINED IS ABOUT 13-15 MPG. THIS IS AN UNSAFE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN THE BRIGHT SUN. WITH SUNGLASSES ON ITS HARD TO SEE THE SPEEDOMETER AND ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO READ THE TEMPERATURE AND RADIO STATION READOUTS. THE POWER WINDOW IN THE BACK SHOULD BE A POP-UP LIKE ALL THE OTHER MFGS. THAT WINDOW IS ONE PAIN IN THE BUTT AND NOT USER FRIENDLY. OTHER THAN THAT WITH THIS BEING MY FIRST JAPANESE VEHICLE (IVE BEEN DRIVING DOMESTICS FOR 33 YEARS) IM SATISFIED WITH IT. I WAS TIRED OF GETTING NOTHING FOR MY DOMESTIC TRADE-INS.