2004 Cadillac Seville Review
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
If you're looking for a luxury sedan that favors comfort over performance, the Seville is one of the smoothest rides this side of Stuttgart.
Pros
Strong and smooth drivetrain, long list of standard features, excellent crash test scores, comfortable highway cruiser.
Cons
Doesn't hold its value as well as other luxury cars, front-drive layout limits maximum performance potential.
What's New for 2004
The STS has been dropped from the lineup in anticipation of the all-new version scheduled for release in mid-'04. The remaining SLS gets two new colors and a standard eight-speaker stereo with TheftLock.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
A Used Car Bargain
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I drove a 1998 SLS for six years. When it came time to replace it, I found that this last year model was selling at a bargain basement (think low level Hyundai Elantra) price. I am going on two years with it and the only problem I have had was a wind leak in the windshield which the Cadillac dealer fixed under factory warranty. It gets 26-28 MPG on the highway and about 20 around town. I use Pennzoil Synthetic oil and only change it when the onboard computer says to...around every 10,000 miles. I do not have to add oil between changes. It's not as quiet and cushy as my wife;s 2006 DTS, but neither is anything else I've ever driven.
Favorite Features
Reliability, cool electronic dash, powerful Northstar engine.
Suggested Improvements
Great Luxury Car at a Good Price
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this car for the wife who has a bad back. We took a trip to Branson, MO and got 28 mpg going and 27 mpg coming home. It is very Comfortable and quiet. It had an air leak in the windshield due to an improper replacement, but after replacement the car is very quiet. The Michelin Symetry tires provide a good ride. This was a lease return car, so we had a few minor fixes to do, but for the price, it is the best luxury car we have owned. It has a few scrapes on the lower front bumper as it sits pretty low to the ground. It is fun around town as well on the road. The wheel base is a bit longer than our Buick. Punch it or baby it and it drives great. It is spoiling us and our next car will also be a Caddy.
Favorite Features
The Northstar V8 has some guts and is fun to rev up. It peaks at about 4,000 rpm. I love this car's smooth and quiet ride, It is comfortable and its heated seats (front and rear) are very warm and great for our cold Minnesota winter weather. The 6 disc changer Bose sound system is great and it has good radio reception.
Suggested Improvements
Lessen the road noise from the front wheels and side windows. The power seats could have more height adjustment. The heater blower motor is noisy on high speeds. Upgrade OnStar to digital at N/C...we have discontinued service....analog coverage will end next year. Pocket cell phones are better. Add Bluetooth.
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Seville SLS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Great car....love its styling.....sorry to see it is being replaced.....Seville name is a classic
Favorite Features
Everything
Suggested Improvements
More rear leg room
04 Seville over 05 STS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
Review
After waiting all year for the 05 STS, I purchased an 04 Seville. This is my third seville. I traded an 01 seville. The 04 seville has more room, front wheel drive, larger trunk a V8 at no extra cost and overall better looks in my opinion. I am sorry to see the seville leave Cadillac.
Favorite Features
V8, FWD, large trunk, great ride
Suggested Improvements
The 04 seville does not have an auto emergency brake release as all the other sevilles did have.
Good Stuff
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Drive the STS model with more horespower and it still rides with luxury. Very smooth, especially when going about 70 mph. Love the color (kind of that creamy white).
Favorite Features
Back up feature. Bose system, 6-CD changer.
Suggested Improvements
Can't wait for new STS model to come out.
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