2003 Toyota Tundra Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
14 -16 City / 17 -19 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
190 -240
Seats
3 -6
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle John R
2003 Toyota Tundra SR5 Access Cab
It has been a great truck, it is an access cab with a 6 foot bed and camper shell. It has ac, power steering, am/fm cd stereo, is 4X4. I love it.
accountCircle Albert Juarez
Purchased 2003 brand new, works like a charm Today and everyday.
My Tundra Truck V8 SR5 was purchased from the Toyota Dealership with Dual Flowmaster exhaust and chrome tips and TRD package.Has over 200k miles and runs great in daily used.Tune ups (minor and major), Brakes , oil changes,battery, no major repairs. I used my truck to drive through the Sierra Mountains (Snow Winter) and some off road dirt for camping trips, freeway drives to Vegas and Southern California.Used my truck to load paver stone and bricks,rocks for home landscape. If this Truck ever gives out, I will purchased another Toyota truck. It really is a great performance truck to own that is dependable and durable.I live in Northern California, great weather place.
accountCircle Ted E
2003 tundra is the best of the mid-size pickup trucks.
All in all a great vehicle. Concerned about the front window leaking into the passenger side. Also about the paint peeling off of the chrome trim around the doors. Drivability is great with no major problems or repairs. Had the front airbag actuator replaced with the recall. One other area of concern is the roof, faded paint and possible rust?
accountCircle Rebecca J
Its a Toyota. Enough said.
It is built to last.. It lasts.. I would like for it to be bigger and beefier.. Dependable, durable, rugged,.. Would love a wench on the front.
accountCircle Bill E
Reliability. I have owned many Toyotas and the Tundra has not let me down in the years that I have owned it.
I have a 2003 6cyl. Tundra that is 2 wheel drive. I have owned the truck for 12 year and have over 200,000 miles on it and there is plenty of horsepower. The Tundra does not use oil and other than normal maintenance I have not had any problems. It is a comfortable truck with air, cruise, am/fm radio with a cassette/cd combination. I have no problem jumping in the Tundra and making trips hundreds of miles in length.
accountCircle Bill Y
That it's dependable & last a long time. That Toyota is the best truck I have ever owned.
Very dependable, runs great. I haven't had any trouble except for regular maintenance. It's 100% better than the GMC that I had before it.
accountCircle John Byrum
Love my 3003 Tundra
Yes I bought my 2003 Tundra new. 147,000 on it with not problem. Love my truck
accountCircle Russ W
The most important thing about the vehicle is that it is very dependable.
I like how it drives. It has low miles for the year. I like the color. It is a pickup so it can carry cargo.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Chris
The Truck is Literally falling apart!
Overall... I love the truck! It was my dad's and I bout it when he wasn't around to drive anymore. In 2012, the frame recall hit and Toyota replaced the frame, but no new suspension parts or bolts. I have replace both Front brake caliper, rotors, and pads multiple time. Also replaced the rack and pinion due to both end seals were pouring. Next will be both front upper and lower control arm assemblies. Toyota should have to reimburse me for the Obvious Screw Up!
accountCircle Keith S
Toyota sucks. Do not buy a Toyota vehicle.
It is been recalled 7 times since 2003. It was made with substandard Chinese steel and Toyota will not fix the problem for its customers. I hate Toyota and will never buy another one of their vehicles ever again in my life. They lost me as a customer.
accountCircle Savannah F
Has survived over a decade of family wear and tear.
This vehicle is not mine, but my dad has had it for as long as I can remember. It is gone through a lot, but is still driving, which is pretty impressive. My dad, the primary driver of the truck, is really tall but still fits in the vehicle comfortably. However, the backseat is not nearly as spacious, so it is not good for holding more than two adults. There is a back window that slides open, and when the driver and passenger side windows are open, it allows for proper air flow to keep cool in the heat.
accountCircle Amanda M
I like my truck. It is a good work truck.
I do not like that the back doors open backwards and I do not like that they do not open independently without the front doors opening. I love they style and body. It takes a lot of gas and it is a v8. I like the bed of the truck. It does not have wheel wells sticking up in the bed.

Toyota Tundra Models

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

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Base
190 HP 18-18 MPG 3 Seats
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SR5
240 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Ltd
240 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2003 Toyota Tundra Owner Reviews

4.47
45 Reviews
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5 stars 60%
4 stars 31%
3 stars 4%
2 stars 4%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Anthony Wallace on May 4, 2021
358,259 miles and going strong.
Had this truck for a long Time, hauled everything from RV's to Hay bales, cars, trucks.loaded down trailer of big chunks of broken concrete. Also found its limit,dont haul a round hay bale and a tractor at the same time wet. This is a great truck, it will make it to 500,000 plus. Regular maintenance on it and they will purr forever.
accountCircle Emily M on March 24, 2021
The frame is rotted out and Toyota won't fix it under the recall..
I love everything about it other than the rusted frame. Great on gas, very roomy.
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Ranks #5 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2003 Toyota Tundra has an average owner rating of 4.48 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 19 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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4.67
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4.47

Ranks #1 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Toyota Tundra has a combined MPG of 19 which ranks it #1 of 7 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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19 MPG
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18 MPG
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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
18 MPG

Is The 2003 Toyota Tundra A Good Car?

Yes it is a good vehicle. It's dependable. I like its good mileage. I like its be a dependable vehicle.
Jessica B.
It is- it's never let me down, it rides smoothly, and it's one of the only vehicles I've ever owned. Highly recommended.
Jimmy P.

How Reliable Is The 2003 Toyota Tundra?

I don't have any problems. I have taken care of my truck by changing oil frequently. I like my truck very much.
Molly P.
It's extremely reliable- it's been through just about everything, and it still functions wonderfully.
Jodi W.

Is The 2003 Toyota Tundra A Good Value?

It is worth 5,000 which it is good. It has low mileage. I use it for vacations and travel. I am getting tired of this.
David L.
I don't remember how much it costed, but I know that it was amazing value for the money- completely worth it.
Delilah D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2003 Tundra's transmission fluid capacity?

Answer: The transmission fluid capacity for the 2003 Toyota Tundra iS5.5 pints for the R150 (RWD), 4.6 pints for the R150F (4WD) and 2.1 quarts for an initial fill or 13 quarts for a total fill for the 4-speed...

What is the towing capacity for a 2003 Tundra 4.7L V8?

Answer: The towing capacity for a 2003 tundrA4 7l v8 iS7,200 lbs. This part will need to be replaced eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to get into any wrecks on...

2003 Toyota Tundra: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The 2003 Toyota Tundra features 16 inch and 17" OEM rims that are equipped with either P245/70R 16 tires on the SR-5 trim or P265/65R 17 tires on the LTD V8 version. They should be inflated to a PSI of 30 at...

2003 Toyota Tundra: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2003 Toyota Tundra came standard with a 3.4L V6 engine but there was also an upgrade option available for a larger and more powerful 4.7L V8 engine. Both engine models will need to use 5W-30 synthetic blend...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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