2003 Toyota Celica

$6,000
from
3
listings
$6K–$14K
price range
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Low$6,000
High$13,548
From$6,000
Avg Mileage125,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2003 Toyota Celica Trims

All Trims Combined
From$6,000
$6K–$14K
3 listings125,000 avg miles
GT
From$1,500
32 listings|$2K–$25K

2003 Toyota Celica Pricing

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Toyota Celica Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2003 Toyota Celica has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 29 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
29
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
03V0740002003-05-03
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE, LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK INLET PIPE, MAY BECOME SEPARATED FROM THE INLET PIPE AND FALL INTO THE FUEL TANK. IF THE CHECK VALVE FALLS INTO THE TANK, FUEL MAY SPILL FROM THE FUEL INLET PIPE WHEN THE FUEL PUMP AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS OFF DURING FUELING.

THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT A FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 29 owners have filed complaints about the 2003 Toyota Celica. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train4
02Fuel System, Gasoline4
03Engine And Engine Cooling3
04Vehicle Speed Control3
05Structure2
29 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Celica Fuel Economy

23–28mpg combined
·
20-25city
·
27-33hwy
·
$2,400-$3,550/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2003 Toyota Celica returns 23–28 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Celica - Automatic 4-spd
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Celica - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Celica - Automatic (S4)
23mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Celica - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2003 Toyota Celica

19States

15% of the market sits in California, though listings span 19 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2003.

Buying a 2003 Toyota Celica?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2003 Toyota Celica a good car to buy?

The 2003 Toyota Celica has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2003 Toyota Celica?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2003 Toyota Celica. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2003 Toyota Celica?

Fuel economy ranges from 23 to 28 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $408 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2003 Toyota Celica?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2003 Toyota Celica, based on 29 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2003 compare to other Toyota Celica years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Toyota Celica model years. Visit the Toyota Celica buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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