2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$21,160 - $23,560

Original MSRP:
$19,361 - $21,557

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
See all Safety Rating Results
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Review
"Less standard equipment is the 2003 story for the coupe cousin of Chevrolet's Impala sedan. Monte Carlo comes in LS trim with a 3.4-liter V6 and as the sporty SS with a 3.8 V6 and firmer suspension. Both are 5-passenger models with front bucket seats, automatic transmission, and 4-wheel disc brakes. ABS had been standard on both, but for '03 is standard only on the SS and is grouped with traction control and tire-inflation monitor as a $600 option for the LS. Similarly, a side airbag for the driver and GM's OnStar assistance system are now optional for both models; they had been standard on the SS. Additions for '03 include standard remote keyless entry for the LS, and a newly optional XM satellite radio with 100-channel digital receiver. Added midyear was a specially trimmed Jeff Gordon Signature Edition of the SS. A supercharged version of the SS is due this fall as an '04 model, and will include stiffer suspension, 17-inch wheels (vs. 16s), and special trim."
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 14V400000
Mfg's Report Date JUL 03, 2014
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Number of Units Affected 5,877,718
Summary This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 6,729,742 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2005 Chevrolet Malibu, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will provide two replacement key rings and key cover on all ignition keys, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Models & Prices

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe LS $21,160 $19,361 $316 / Month*

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe SS $23,560 $21,557 $352 / Month*

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Features and Standard Equipment

EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION Features
LS SS
LEV certified (3.4L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
LEV certified (3.8L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
LS SS
City 19/hwy 29 (3.8L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
City 21/hwy 32 (3.4L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
EXTERIOR Features
LS SS
Daytime running lamps
Fog lamps, front, integral in fascia  
Glass, Solar-Ray light tinted
Headlamps, halogen, composite-inc: automatic exterior lamp control
License plate cover, front
Mirror, outside rearview, power
Moldings, bodyside, body-color  
Moldings, rocker, body-color  
Moldings, rocker, Charcoal  
Spoiler, rear  
Wipers, intermittent, front
INTERIOR Features
LS SS
Air conditioning, dual-zone, manual-inc: individual climate settings for driver & right front passenger, manual climate control, rear seat heating/cooling outlets & outside temperature display
Air filtration system-inc: pollen filter
Antenna, integral, rear
Console, floor-inc: floor shifter, integral armrest, lighted shift indicator & storage compartment
Console, overhead w/storage bin
Cruise control, electronic w/set & resume speed  
Cupholders, dual front & rear
Defogger, rear-window, electric
Door locks, power, programmable
Instrumentation, analog-inc: speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature, odometer, low oil, fuel & coolant indicators, voltmeter, trip odometer & door ajar  
Instrumentation, analog-inc: speedometer, temperature, fuel, tachometer & trip odometer  
Keyless entry, remote
Lighting, interior-inc: trunk & delayed entry/exit w/theater dimming
Mirror, inside rearview, manual day/night-inc: dual reading lights
Monitor, engine oil-wear
Seats, front Cloth bucket-inc: driver & passenger 2-way manual adjuster, manual recline, center console w/armrest storage, front passenger seatback storage & split-folding rear  
Seats, front Sport Cloth bucket-inc: driver & passenger 2-way manual adjuster, manual recline, center console w/armrest storage, passenger seatback storage & split-folding rear  
Sound system, ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette player-inc: Radio Data System, seek-&-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, automatic volume, TheftLock & (UW6) Sound system feature, 6 enhanced speakers in 4 locations
Steering column, Tilt-Wheel, adjustable
Steering wheel, steering wheel mounted radio controls-inc: (NP5) Steering wheel, leather-wrapped rim  
Theft-deterrent system, PASSLock
Tire inflation monitor  
Trunk release, power
Visors, illuminated vanity mirrors, driver & front passenger, deluxe covered-inc: extendable sunshades  
Visors, vanity mirrors, driver & front passenger, covered-inc: extendable sunshades  
Windows, power-inc: driver express-down & passenger lockout
MECHANICAL Features
LS SS
Axle, 2.86 ratio  
Axle, 3.29 ratio  
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc-inc: tire inflation monitor  
Brakes, 4-wheel disc  
Engine, 3.4L 3400 V6 SFI (180 HP [134.2 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 205 lb.-ft. [276.7 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)  
Engine, 3.8L 3800 V6 SFI (200 HP [149.2 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 225 lb.-ft. [303.7 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)  
Exhaust, stainless-steel  
Exhaust, stainless-steel-inc: dual outlets  
Front wheel drive
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Fuel capacity, approximate, 17 gallon (64 liters)
Steering, power, rack-&-pinion
Suspension, 4-wheel independent, Ride & Handling  
Suspension, 4-wheel independent, Sport  
Tire, spare, compact
Tires, P225/60R16, touring, blackwall  
Tires, P225/60R16N, performance, blackwall  
Traction control, all-speed  
Transmission, 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled w/overdrive
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum, Sport  
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) steel w/bolt-on covers  
SAFETY Features
LS SS
Air bags, frontal, driver & right front passenger
Tether anchors, rear, top & lower, for child safety seat, LATCH anchorage system
Trunk emergency release handle

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
LS SS
AIR BAG, SIDE-IMPACT, DRIVER (REQ: __3 Leather Seat Trim)
BRAKES, 4-WHEEL ANTILOCK, 4-WHEEL DISC -inc: tire inflation monitor, all-speed traction control  
CARGO CONVENIENCE NET, TRUNK
COMPETITION YELLOW SPORT APPEARANCE PACKAGE -inc: race-inspired spoiler, (NX5) Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum, diamond cut, bright stainless-steel exhaust tip,black pinstriping on fenders, black badging, & special floormats (REQ: PDG Mirror Group) (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Affects Color Availability*  
CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRONIC W/SET & RESUME SPEED  
DEALER AUTHORIZES ORDER RELEASE
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER -inc: trip computer w/outside temperature & compass, Universal transmitter & theft-deterrent alarm system (REQ: JL9 Brakes) (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Deletes overhead console*  
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER -inc: trip computer w/outside temperature & compass, Universal transmitter & theft-deterrent alarm system *Deletes overhead console*  
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
FLOORMATS, FRONT & REAR
ILLINOIS COST SURCHARGE
LS SPORT APPEARANCE PACKAGE -inc: (QG9) Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum, 5-spoke, & race-inspired rear spoiler (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Affects Color Availability*  
MIRROR GROUP -inc: (DK2) Mirrors, outside rearview, power, heated, & (DD6) Mirror, inside rearview, electrochromic (light sensitive auto dimming) w/dual reading lights  
MIRROR GROUP -inc: (DK2) Mirrors, outside rearview, power, heated, & (DD6) Mirror, inside rearview, electrochromic (light sensitive auto dimming) w/dual reading lights (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group)  
NEW JERSEY COST SURCHARGE *Required on all vehicles to be registered in New Jersey*
ONSTAR, 1-YEAR SAFE & SOUND SERVICE -inc: Emergency Assistance Services, Air Bag Deployment Notification, Accident Assist, Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Remote Diagnostics, Remote Door Lock & Unlock, Remote Vehicle Alert: horn & lights activation, MED-NET (additional fee), online concierge services, Virtual Advisor & Personal Calling access
PACE CAR REPLICA -inc: pewter seat accents, pewter leather accents on the steering wheel & gearshift knob, pewter bowtie embroidered on the front head restraints, door opening kick plates featuring the Monte Carlo nameplate, Limited Edition identification on gauge cluster & pace car badge on instrument panel, (NX5) Wheels, 16" Diamond-cut cast aluminum, full ground effects package, race inspired rear spoiler -inc: exterior decals, pace car badging & dual stainless steel exhaust tips. (REQ: 1SB Preferred Equipment Group, __3 Leather Seating, W01 Seating Comfort Pkg, UP0 Sound System, U2K Satellite Radio, K05 Engine Block Heater, CF5 Pwr Sunroof) *Limited Production* *Affects Color Availability*  
SEAT ADJUSTER, POWER, DRIVER 6-WAY
SEATING COMFORT PACKAGE -inc: (AG2) Seat adjuster, power, front passenger 6-way & (KA1) Seats, heated, driver & front passenger (REQ: __3 Leather Seat Trim, AG1 Pwr Driver Seat)  
SEATING COMFORT PACKAGE -inc: (AG2) Seat adjuster, power, front passenger 6-way & (KA1) Seats, heated, driver & front passenger (REQ: __3 Leather Seat Trim, AG1 Pwr Driver Seat) (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group)  
SOUND SYSTEM FEATURE, XM SATELLITE RADIO is 100 channels of digital quality sound that goes wherever you go-coast to coast. GM maintains exclusivity for factory installed satellite radio for 2003 model year. *Subscription fees apply* *Available only in the 48 contiguous U.S.*
SS HIGH SPORT APPEARANCE PACKAGE -inc: full ground effects, race-inspired spoiler, (NX5) Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum, diamond cut, stainless-steel dual exhaust tips & red bow tie identification in instrument cluster panel *Affects Color Availability*  
SS JEFF GORDON SIGNATURE EDITION PACKAGE -inc: Pewter leather accents on the steering wheel & gearshift knob, Pewter inserts on the seats & door panels, embroidered front head restraints & floormats, door-opening kick plates featuring the Monte Carlo nameplate & Hendrick Motorsports graphic, (NX5) Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) aluminum, diamond cut, full ground effects package, race-inspired rear spoiler, Jeff Gordon Signature Edition -inc: graphics & dual stainless steel exhaust tips (REQ: W01 Seating Pkg, __3 Leather Trim, UP0 stereo, U2K XM Satellite Radio, K05 Engine Block Heater, CF5 Sunroof, 1SB Preferred Equipment Group) *Affects Color Availability*  
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED RADIO CONTROLS -inc: (NP5) Steering wheel, leather-wrapped rim (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group)  
SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING, ELECTRIC -inc: sunshade (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) *Deletes overhead console*  
SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING, ELECTRIC -inc: sunshade *Deletes overhead console*  
VISORS, ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS, DRIVER & FRONT PASSENGER, DELUXE COVERED -inc: extendable sunshades  
EMISSIONS Options
LS SS
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS OR MAINE (for vehicles ordered by dealers in states of California,New York, Vermont, Massachusetts or Maine w/Federal emissions) (REQ: FE9 Emissions)
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (for vehicles ordered by dealers in Federal emission states w/California, New York,Vermont, Massachusetts or Maine emissions; may also be used by dealers in states of California, New York, Vermont, Massachusetts or Maine to order different state-specific emissions) (REQ: NG1, NE1 or YF5 Emissions)
EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS
EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
EMISSIONS, MASSACHUSETTS OR MAINE STATE REQUIREMENTS
EMISSIONS, NEW YORK OR VERMONT STATE REQUIREMENTS
ENGINE Options
LS SS
ENGINE, 3.4L 3400 V6 SFI (180 HP [134.2 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 205 lb.-ft. [276.7 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (STD)  
ENGINE, 3.8L 3800 V6 SFI (200 HP [149.2 kW] @ 5200 rpm, 225 lb.-ft. [303.7 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (STD)  
PAINT Options
LS SS
SOLID PAINT (STD)
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Options
LS SS
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: base vehicle
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: driver info/ convenience center, mirror group, 6-way pwr driver seat, AM/FM stereo w/CD player, cargo convenience net, front/rear floor mats, Pace Car Replica *NET*  
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: driver info/ convenience center, mirror group, 6-way pwr driver seat, AM/FM stereo w/CD player,seating comfort pkg, OnStar, cargo convenience net, front/rear floor mats *NET*  
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, aluminum wheels, AM/FM stereo w/CD player, cargo convenience net, front/rear floor mats *NET*  
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, aluminum wheels, AM/FM stereo w/CD player, mirror group, illuminated visor/vanity mirrors, 6-way pwr driver seat, cargo convenience net,front/rear floor mats *NET*  
RADIO Options
LS SS
SOUND SYSTEM, ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE -inc: Radio Data System, seek-&-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, automatic volume, TheftLock & (UW6) Sound system feature, 6 enhanced speakers in 4 locations (STD)
SOUND SYSTEM, ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CD PLAYER & CASSETTE -inc: Radio Data System, seek-&-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, speed-compensated volume & TheftLock & (UQ3) Sound system feature, premium audio sound w/ auxiliary amplifier & 6 speakers in 4 locations
SOUND SYSTEM, ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CD PLAYER -inc: Radio Data System, seek-&-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, automatic volume & TheftLock & (UQ3) Sound system feature, premium audio sound w/auxiliary amplifier & 6 speakers in 4 locations
SEAT TRIM Options
LS SS
CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD)  
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: AG1 Pwr Driver Seat)
SPORT CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD)  
SEAT TYPE Options
LS SS
SEATS, FRONT CLOTH BUCKET -inc: driver & passenger 2-way manual adjuster, manual recline, center console w/armrest storage, front passenger seatback storage & split-folding rear (STD)
TIRES Options
LS SS
TIRES, P225/60R16, TOURING, BLACKWALL (STD)  
TIRES, P225/60R16N, PERFORMANCE, BLACKWALL (STD)  
TRANSMISSION Options
LS SS
TRANSMISSION, 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC, ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED W/OVERDRIVE (STD)
WHEELS Options
LS SS
16" DIAMOND-CUT ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: BYP High Sport Appearance Pkg or Y92 Pace Car Replica)  
WHEELS, 16" (40.6 cm) ALUMINUM, 5-SPOKE (REQ: Z0K Sport Appearance Pkg)  
WHEELS, 16" (40.6 cm) ALUMINUM, DIAMOND CUT, HIGH SPORTCUT (REQ: B2E Competition Yellow Sport Appearance Pkg)  
WHEELS, 16" (40.6 cm) ALUMINUM, SPORT  
WHEELS, 16" (40.6 cm) ALUMINUM, STYLED  
WHEELS, 16" (40.6 cm) STEEL W/BOLT-ON COVERS (STD)  

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Technical Specifications

Brakes
LS SS
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.1 x 1.04 11.1 x 1.04
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
LS SS
Trunk Volume (ft) 15.8 15.8
Engine
LS SS
Displacement 3.4L/205 3.8L/231
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 180 @ 5200 200 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 205 @ 4000 225 @ 4000
Exterior Dimensions
LS SS
Height, Overall (in) 55.2 55.2
Length, Overall (in) 197.9 197.9
Min Ground Clearance (in) 6.5 6.5
Wheelbase (in) 110.5 110.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 72.3 72.3
Fuel Tank
LS SS
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 17.0 17.0
Steering
LS SS
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.60 2.26
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 39.0 39.0
Suspension
LS SS
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs
Tires
LS SS
Front Tire Size P225/60R16 P225/60NR16
Rear Tire Size P225/60R16 P225/60NR16
Transmission
LS SS
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 4 4
Vehicle
LS SS
Front Head Room (in) 38.1 38.1
Front Leg Room (in) 42.4 42.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 58.3 58.3
Passenger Capacity 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 96.1 96.1
Second Head Room (in) 36.5 36.5
Second Leg Room (in) 35.8 35.8
Second Shoulder Room (in) 57.8 57.8
Weight Information
LS SS
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3340 3395

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Safety Features

Safety Features
Air bags, frontal, driver & right front passenger
Trunk emergency release handle
Tether anchors, rear, top & lower, for child safety seat, LATCH anchorage system
Daytime running lamps
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc-inc: tire inflation monitor
Traction control, all-speed
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).