2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
When it comes to diesel power, the Ford Powerstroke is hard to beat, but the heavy-duty trucks from Dodge and GM offer more modern interiors and better handling.
Pros
Rugged construction, multiple configurations, competent off-road capabilities, high towing and payload capacities, diesel leads the class in power and fuel economy.
Cons
Noisy drivetrains, gas engines' poor mileage, vague steering, spotty build quality.
What's New for 2004
A Harley-Davidson package can now be had on the F-250. Other changes worth noting are a new keypad mounted above the driver door handle when equipped with the Advanced Security Group and the availability of foglights on 4x2 XLT models. The full bench front seat is now offered with a recline feature. Trucks sold in California now have a standard 3.73 rear axle, and trucks sold in New York or Vermont require California emissions. Diesel emissions have been lowered as well.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
My F-250
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD LB (5.4L 8cyl 6M)
Review
Had A Dodge with gas engine, this truck is a much better puller, and outperforms the Dodge on every level
Favorite Features
Simply put: pulling power!
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage would be nice, but I can not complain.
Too Many Problems
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4dr Crew Cab Lariat 4WD SB (5.4L 8cyl 6M)
Review
Truck has 90,000 miles. Have replaced two alternators, two turbo-chargers, one air conditioner compressor, and one left front wheel assembly. Now, radio stays on after you turn off ignition. Dealer says it needs a new $525 radio. Don't think so... Change oil every 4,000 miles and all maintenace is done. Disappointed in repair history and worry about future repairs.
Favorite Features
I like my truck. Only wish it was more dependable and not so prone to repeated repairs.
Suggested Improvements
Back seat is very uncomfortable, build better turbo and alternator systems.
same problem all the time
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4dr Crew Cab XLT 4WD SB (5.4L 8cyl 6M)
Review
i bought the truck used with 74000 miles on it and every 4500 miles its in the shop needing a new egr cooler other than that i love the truck ! iv got 160000 miles on it now and got a lift kit with aftermarket rims and firestone mud tires....the truck is unstoppable when its not in the shop
Favorite Features
interior room and the exterior look !
Suggested Improvements
git rid of the egr cooler and get rid of the auto/lock hubs
Great Truck-Love IT
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4dr Crew Cab XLT 4WD SB (5.4L 8cyl 6M)
Review
5.4 eng+4spd auto+4WD+4.10 lim slip axle= poor gas mileage,lucky to get 14mpg highway w/no load or trailer in tow.Another review reported getting 20+mpg highway with essentially the same set-up.They must drive downhill w/50 mph tailwinds all the time to get 20+mpg or they're dreaming.Poor gas mileage aside,it's a great truck.Wish it had the adjustable pedals.
Favorite Features
Crew cab is well laid out.Ford always has the best ergonomically designed interiors on all their vehicles.Extremely comfortable on long trips.Lots of storage w/rear seats folded up.
Suggested Improvements
Make adjustable pedals standard equipment on large trucks.
Great truck.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4dr Crew Cab XLT 4WD LB (5.4L 8cyl 6M)
Review
I enjoy my truck so much. Great for long trips plenty of room for family of 5 with four door cab. The adjustable pedals and back up warning are great options. Had ton of rock on truck and it hauled it like it wasnt back there. Truck even rode softer with load on. No problems with truck just routine maintance
Favorite Features
Love the power pedal adjustment and the carbon fiber trim in cab. 5.4 has plenty of power for a large truck. Auto hubs have manual overide a big plus
Suggested Improvements
Nothing really, maybe less plain interior
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