Crash Test
Not Tested
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 City / 26 HWY
Horsepower
198
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Keith J
Love my Toyota Solara. It is fun to drive and looks good.
My Toyota Solara is an excellent vehicle. It gets great gas mileage, and handles very well.. Mine is the 2 door coupe, the body style is very sleek and attractive. The leather interior is very comfortable and holds up well. I have had no issues with it other than to have a brake job on it, which is to be expected. The 6 cylinder engine has a lot of pickup.
accountCircle Paul G
It is built to last a really long time.
The Toyota solara is a very well built for that handles the rosemarie will be convenient since all kinds of weather.
accountCircle Darlene N
Very reliable and comfortable seats. Climate control.
Never had any problems with my Solara. Bought it brand new and is 15 years old. Still runs like new.
accountCircle tab b
Last forever and ever almost could be maintenance free if you take care of it
I love that it last a long time. I don't like that the parts cost
accountCircle Amanda N
The car shape is unique and sporty. The engine is great and drives well.
Great performance, strong and reliable engine, some old parts that will need replacing at some point but has been running great. The top speed is good and the car gathers speed very quickly. Great leather seat interior with CD and sound system. Had a problem with the radiator head which rusted due to age but it was easily replaced.
accountCircle Melanie E
My car says all you need to know about me: independent, fun, and reliable.
I like that my car is reliable, comfortable, and sporty. I dislike that they stopped making this model, so I'm going to drive my car until it can't be driven any more. It suits me perfectly.
accountCircle ALMA B
It's a HIGH END, SUPERmodel but without the high end super price
Luxurious feel to the interior - good on gas. Quiet engine. Runs smoothly. Absolutely no complaints.
accountCircle bridget B
Amazing car. Just keep it maintained!
Amazing! Has 200k miles and still a great car. Keep the maintenance up and it will last forever! I have other cars but this one is great on gas and low maintenance. Not in the shop for any issues. Just keep oil changes transmission serviced and tires rotated. Would love a new one but definitely not in my budget

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Suzanne A
It has been an excellent, reliable car.
I drive a Toyota Camry Se. It is a 2003 model. I am very happy with my car. It has given my no problems. I am a poor car owner, it that I do not get my car serviced like it needs to be. When I have gotten it serviced I am always told that the engine was in good shape and the oil looked good. (whatever that means) I must confess to you that I do not drive my car like most people, I am retired so there are many weeks I don't drive it at all. The mileage reads less than 74,000 miles
accountCircle Ariel G
Good mileage and reliable.
Reliable, but only two doors which is hard cause I have twin toddlers. Do not like the inside colors. Drives okay. Looking for a new car soon cause I need a larger car. Good mileage, good gas. It is an old car and I need a newer one. Car seats do not clip in.
accountCircle Margaret J
It is durable but does burn oil and has had issues throughout the years that have been fixed
I love how long my car has lasted, however, it constantly burns oil. I continue to put more and more oil in it.
accountCircle Gregory
Need to repair loss of power
Why would a hissing sound come from the pulley side of the motor
accountCircle A H
Old but reliable Toyota Solara.
My vehicle needs a few mechanical repairs and body work related to the muffler, ac, and paint. It an also used upholstering, new brakes and maybe some struts for the back wheels. Regardless of mechanical and cosmetic needs, it has been reliable and performs average.
accountCircle Donna C
It has high mileage and still runs great. Good on gas
It was not my first choice of a car. My vehicle broke down and this is what I ended up with. However, It does handle well.

Toyota Camry Solara Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SE
198 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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SLE
198 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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2003 Toyota Camry Solara Owner Reviews

4.30
23 Reviews
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5 stars 57%
4 stars 17%
3 stars 26%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle A H on February 16, 2021
Old but reliable Toyota Solara.
My vehicle needs a few mechanical repairs and body work related to the muffler, ac, and paint. It an also used upholstering, new brakes and maybe some struts for the back wheels. Regardless of mechanical and cosmetic needs, it has been reliable and performs average.
accountCircle Donna C on December 2, 2020
It has high mileage and still runs great. Good on gas
It was not my first choice of a car. My vehicle broke down and this is what I ended up with. However, It does handle well.

Ranks #2 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2003 Toyota Camry Solara has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

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4.36
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4.3
2
Tie
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4.3

Ranks #7 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Toyota Camry Solara has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #7 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

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33 MPG
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32 MPG
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Tie
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26 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended oil type for the 2003 Solara?

Answer: The 2003 Toyota Solara with the 2.4L 4Cylinder engine should be filled with a synthetic SAE 5W-30 motor oil. Given the age of this vehicle, You might consider going with one of the high mileage specific blends....

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Safety & Reliability

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