2003 Mazda MPV ES Mini-Van
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- Photo: 2002 Mazda MPV LX, front left, 09-10-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda MPV (53257851043) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MAZDA MPV LW 4WD blue side by ポトリ, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Mazda MPV LX, rear 7.7.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Mazda MPV interior by No machine-readable author provided. Sfoskett~commonswiki assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Mazda MPV ES Mini-Van is a 200-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $26,845 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 200 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The MPV measures 187.8 inches long on a 111.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,794 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Van |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,845 ($47,416 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 (AJ) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in |
| Height | 68.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,794 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2003 Mazda MPV ES Mini-Van with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Mazda MPV. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 10, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
THE TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE INDICATED ON THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL IS NOT CORRECT. THE LABELS SHOW THE MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE AS 240 KPA/32 PSI WHEN IT SHOULD BE SHOWN AS 240 KPA/35 PSI. AS A RESULT OF THIS ERROR, THE LOAD RATIOS FOR THE 205/65R15 94H AND THE 215/60R16 95H TIRES EXCEED THE LEVELS PERMITTED BY FMVSS 120.
Consequence: IF THE TIRE IS OPERATED IN AN UNDER-INFLATED CONDITION, THE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY OF THE VEHICLE MAY BE COMPROMISED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CORRECTED LABEL THAT THEY CAN APPLY TO THEIR VEHICLE, OR THEY CAN HAVE A DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL, IF DESIRED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500, OPTION #4.
NHTSA campaign 04V282000
Mar 9, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN MINIVANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH AIR BAG WARNING LABELS INTENDED FOR THE CANADIAN MARKET. THUS, THE LABELS CONTAIN WARNINGS IN BOTH ENGLISH AND FRENCH. AS A RESULT, THE AREA OF THE ENGLISH WARNING IS ONLY 16 SQUARE CENTIMETERS, AS OPPOSED TO THE 30 SQUARE CENTIMETERS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AIR BAG CAUTION LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHICH WERE MAILED ON JULY 22, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA campaign 04V109000
Jun 5, 2003 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SOCKET HOLDER IN THE FOG LIGHTS IS INSTALLED IN THE LAMP CASING USING PRESSURE. DURING OPERATION OF THE FOG LIGHT, THE HEAT FROM THE BULB CAN EXPAND THE SOCKET HOLDER. THE EXPANSION CAN FORCE THE SOCKET HOLDER REARWARD. AFTER REPEATEDLY BEING SUBJECT TO THIS EXPANSION, IF THE FOG LIGHT IS ALSO SUBJECTED TO VIBRATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE SOCKET HOLDER WITH THE BULB HOLDER AND THE WIRING HARNESS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FOG LIGHT CASING.
Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE BULB SOCKET AND THE HARNESS CAN DROP INSIDE THE BUMPER AND POSSIBLY BUT RARELY, THE HEAT GENERATED BY THE BULB CAN CAUSE THE BUMPER TO BURN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPRING TO PREVENT THE SOCKET HOLDER FROM SEPARATING FROM THE LAMP CASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA campaign 03V206000
Feb 13, 2003 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT FOG LIGHTS,THE FOG LIGHT BULB SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE USED WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BULB SOCKET AND THE WIRING HARNESS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FOG LIGHT HOUSING IF EXPOSED TO SHOCK AND/OR VIBRATION AND DROP INSIDE THE BUMPER. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE OPERATION OF THE FOG LIGHT MAY THEN CAUSE THE BUMPER TO BURN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INSTALLATION CONDITION OF THE FOG LIGHT BULB ASSEMBLY, AND REPAIR IT WHEN NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 31, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA campaign 03V053000
114 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Mazda MPV
Owner Complaints
114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Mazda MPV (12 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 15 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 35 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 23 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Structure | 8 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 MAZDA MPV. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.