2003 Toyota Camry XLE V6
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- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry SE in Black, Front Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4 LE USDM (49960427053) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry SE in Black, Rear Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Camry Gen6 aftermarket Blaupunkt Hamburg MP57 installed by Zuzu, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Toyota Camry XLE V6 is a 192-hp sedan with a 4-speed automatic transmission w/od & intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,405 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 192 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 209 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Camry measures 189.2 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,362 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,405 ($44,873 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,890 ($45,730 *) |
| Destination Charge | $485 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Horsepower | 192 hp @ 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 209 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Twin-cam (DOHC), 24-valve with VVT-i |
| Injection Type | MPFI (Multiport Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD & intelligence (ECT-i) |
| 1st Gear | 3.94 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.05 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.41 |
| 4th Gear | 1.02 |
| Reverse | 3.14 |
| Final Drive | 2.81 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 octane or higher, unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut suspension with coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | MacPherson strut suspension with coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.94 in. |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in. |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Ventilated disc, 11.7 in. |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.4 in. solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 6.5 x 16 in Aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 6.5 x 16 in Aluminum |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,362 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2003 Toyota Camry XLE V6 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota CAMRY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 13, 2004 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAGS (CSA), ONE OR BOTH OF THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY BE TWISTED NEAR THE INFLATOR DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE CSA MAY NOT DEPLOY RAPIDLY ENOUGH WHEN ACTIVATED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION. THIS MAY RESULT IN FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE INTENDED HEAD PROTECTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CSAS AND REPLACE THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 04V346000
818 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
818 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota CAMRY (240 mention a crash, 10 a fire, 77 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 266 |
| Service Brakes | 120 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 115 |
| Hydraulic | 92 |
| Air Bags | 81 |
| Engine | 54 |
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 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.