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Oldsmobile · model year 2003
2003 Oldsmobile Alero
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is a compact front-wheel-drive car with a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA combined rating is 21 MPG, with 18 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. The listed annual gasoline cost is $3,200, so fuel spending is a major part of owning this Alero.
Good to know
- Compact-car body and EPA class
- Front-wheel drive
- 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine
- 27 MPG highway rating
Watch for
- 21 MPG combined rating
- 18 MPG city rating
- $3,200 listed annual fuel cost
- 423.19 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive Highway-focused driving where the 27 MPG rating applies Buyers who prefer an automatic transmission
Choose the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero if you want a compact, front-wheel-drive car with a six-cylinder engine and automatic transmission. Its highway rating is 27 MPG, but city use falls to 18 MPG and the combined figure is 21 MPG. The listed yearly gasoline cost is $3,200, so drivers covering many miles should budget carefully. Its 423.19 grams-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure also reflects that fuel use. This Alero makes the most sense when its compact class and familiar gasoline setup fit your needs better than minimizing running costs.
What it is
The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is a compact car running on gasoline. It uses front-wheel drive, a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic transmission. See other Oldsmobile cars.
The numbers
Its defining EPA figure is 21 MPG combined. The rating is 18 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway.
Those figures describe the same gasoline car in different driving conditions: slower city trips use more fuel, while steady highway travel returns the higher number.
What it costs to run
The listed annual fuel cost is $3,200. That estimate reflects the Alero's 21 MPG combined rating and gasoline powertrain.
Its tailpipe output is 423.19 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
For side-by-side shopping, the Alero's key reference is 21 combined MPG, with an 18 city rating and 27 highway rating. It is classified as a compact car and uses front-wheel drive.
Those are the figures to line up against another car's combined, city, and highway ratings when fuel use is the deciding factor.
Who it suits
This Alero fits a buyer seeking a compact gasoline car with automatic shifting and front-wheel drive. Its 27 MPG highway rating matters most for drivers whose miles are mainly on faster roads.
Trade-offs
The six-cylinder engine and automatic transmission are paired with a 21 MPG combined rating. City driving is rated at 18 MPG, while highway driving reaches 27 MPG.
The $3,200 annual fuel estimate and 423.19 grams of CO2 per mile make fuel use a central ownership consideration.
Verdict
The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is a straightforward compact car for someone who wants gasoline power, front-wheel drive, and an automatic transmission. Its strongest listed number is 27 MPG on the highway, while its combined figure is 21 MPG. Expect the 18 MPG city rating to matter when most trips are urban. The $3,200 annual fuel estimate gives the clearest budget warning: this is a car to choose for its compact format and drivetrain layout, not for low fuel spending.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 21 MPG
- City MPG
- 18 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 423 g per mile
- Model year
- 2003
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 3.4 L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero's combined MPG?
Its combined rating is 21 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
It is rated at 18 MPG city and 27 MPG highway.
What fuel does the Alero use?
It runs on gasoline.
Is the 2003 Alero front-wheel drive?
Yes. The drive layout is front-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission does it have?
The listed powertrain is a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine with a four-speed automatic transmission.
How much is its annual fuel cost?
The listed annual fuel cost is $3,200.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 423.19 grams per mile.
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