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2003 Toyota Solara reviews and buying guide.

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2003 Toyota Solara

The 2003 Toyota Solara is a convertible version based on the Camry but offering a different performance profile, one which is more appropriate to its styling as a strip-cruising top-down tourer. In the Solara, one enjoys Toyota prestige and quality whether you choose a coupe or convertible, the base SE 4-cyl, the more powerful SE V6 or the top-level SLE V6, where L is for luxury and lots of it.

On top of the highest luxury available on the Camry, the Solara SLE has leather upholstery, a power convertible top (on the convertible) and many other top-level luxuries. The Solara is no slouch either, in terms of performance. A powerful 3.0-liter V6 engine blends with sophisticated transmission, brake and suspension systems to make a smooth riding, easily controlled yet powerful performance automobile.

Under the Hood

The base SE has the same engine as the three Camry grades; a 2.4-liter DOHC 4-cyl engine that produces 157 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 162 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) ensures excellent low- and mid-range power for superior maneuverability and merging power at highway speeds. A five-speed manual or four-speed electronic automatic transmission with intelligence (4ECTi) is available for the 4-cyl SE.
In contrast, the SE V6 and the SLE both share a second more powerful power plant. This OHC 3.0-liter V6 produces 192 hp at 5,300 rpm and 209 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,400 rpm. V6 models have the automatic transmission only.

Mileage is respectable on any of these models but the 4-cyl is obviously the better of the two with 23/33 mpg (city/hwy). That said, the 20/27 mpg of the V6 isn't bad for the power involved. Solaras are EPA-certified as Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV).

Dual front airbags, standard on all grades, and 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, fitted on all V6 models, comprise the standard safety equipment.

Standard Features, Options Packages and Style

Although categorized as a regular mid-size car, the convertible or sport coupe Solaras are definitely on the luxurious side. Standard equipment on the base SE trim-level runs to such items as air conditioning, cruise control, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, power steering, mirrors, windows, door locks and convertible top. Cloth upholstery on front bucket seats and a split folding rear seat rounds out the selection.

At the SLE level, automatic climate control, leather upholstery, including a sporty leather-wrapped steering wheel, an 8-way power driver and a JBL sound system are amongst many other amenities.

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