2004 Ford Taurus Consumer Reviews
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(94 Total Reviews)
204 SES
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2004 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan w/Duratec (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We have had two 2004 SES's. We owned the first one for 5 weeks before we were hit in the rearended by someone doing 50+ MPH and we were stopped. The car saved our life. I think the safety of the Taurus is fantastic. We have had the second one for 3 years. The Duratec engine if fantastic. Wonderful road car, very reliable. Still has original brakes at 80,000 miles, replaced tires at 55,000. No problems with it. 20MPG in town, 25MPG on hwy. We love this car!
Favorite Features
Reliability, comfort, Duratec 24V engine.
Suggested Improvements
Automatic headlights, front power windows creak (both my Taurus' did that), wish it would last forever.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Need part time job for gas
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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2004 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Nice mid-sized vehicle, very comfortable, smooth ride. But forget the gas savings,13-14 in the city and mine only has 15000 miles on it. Replaced my 454 4 barrel 88 Suburban with this, what a mistake - got 12 miles to the gallon with that driving in the city. Forget the resale value, was $6000.00 in the hole. Maybe they'll wise up and come up with more economical engine with new 08!
Favorite Features
Roomy.
Suggested Improvements
Economical 6 cylinder.
2004 Taurus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Great road car and the 24V engine has great performance with good gas mileage. We love to travel in this car. You can be in the seats all day and not have your back hurt.
Favorite Features
Great performance, comfortable seats, very good handling, quiet ride.
Suggested Improvements
Needs automatic headlights, power windows that don't creak and a transmission that is a bit smoother.
13 out 13 people found this review helpful
2003 Taurus Wagon SE
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Bought my 2003 Taurus wagon SE used from a dealer in NC. It was originally a rental with 6000 miles on the OD. It has performed very well and has required no more maintenance than that required at regular service intervals. It handles well, and has good acceleration. Plenty of room in the cargo area. The only two bad things to say is, 1) the panel material above the rear door arm rests has come loose and required repair, and 2) the luggage rack bumpers on the roof all have a small separation crack of approximately 1/8 inch, about mid-length on each one. It gets good gas mileage and is fairly comfortable on long trips. It is a very reliable vehicle and great for a family of four.
Favorite Features
Power adjustable pedals and power driver seat.
Suggested Improvements
Interior door material above arm rests should be made of same material on the rest of the interior of the door.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Buyer Beware
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this car used with 34,000 miles. Car was making small rattle noise with engine, dealership said was normal for this car. I trusted them & didn't buy extended warranty (bad experience in past). Thought it would last many miles before any problems. Two months later at 38,000 miles the transmission went out; stayed in shop for over a month and cost $2600.00 to rebuild. So if you hear noise check it out, don't trust dealership.
Favorite Features
Exterior.
Suggested Improvements
Better transmission.
9 out 9 people found this review helpful
04 Taurus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2004 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
First off, this is our 3rd Taurus. All 3 have had no problems at all. You cannot beat this car for the money, reliability, features, safety, and comfort. This is a well made and safe car. Even after 2, we had tested out a new Camry and Altima. Once in the Taurus again it was just a better fit with a less "tinny" feel overall. Just being hit in this car down the whole driver's side without a scratch makes you appreciate the safety and the way the car held up. People can say what they want but this is a very good looking American car you can trust. We are on our 3rd for a reason. I guess the next car will be a Fusion or a Five Hundred.
Favorite Features
Console shifter between the bucket seats, Sunroof, style, ride, price, safety and reliability.
Suggested Improvements
Could have had more horsepower, but the mileage is very good just the same.
15 out 17 people found this review helpful
Taurus troubles
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 2 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 1 | ||
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2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Sorry I tried to save a few thousand by buying an American car. After 20 months and 37,000 miles I am faced with replacing the a/c compressor which was used for 1 season only! The cost $750.00+. Very poor quality overall .
Favorite Features
NONE.
Suggested Improvements
Discontinue the model.
4 out 13 people found this review helpful
Worth every 'used penny'
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a great low priced, family or individual vehicle. I have found it to be a GREAT rush hour vehicle as well as a very nice open road vehicle. It could use more power in the powertrain area but it's satisfactory unless you're just looking for a performance sedan. I feel that it is far under rated. However, with the Fusion and new 500 series its days are probably numbered. With the added safety package you just simply cannot find a better car in the same class. Opt for the upgraded interior package (leather, command center, etc) and you will be more than happy with the choice. The ride of the vehicle can easily be compared to the higher priced (or class) of family sedans.
Favorite Features
Plenty of interior room along with above average comfort for its class. Take the leather interior option when you can. Good air conditioner.
Suggested Improvements
The powertrain could use some real enhancement but overall it's a great highway/road trip vehicle. Once on the highway the gas mileage improves over in town driving very rapidly. Average about 19 mpg in city driving with an average of 26 mpg highway.
7 out 8 people found this review helpful
Another good Taurus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I owned a Taurus a long time ago that I really liked (SHO). I have had many cars in between. I decided to go back to a Taurus for my 45 minutes each way/daily commute. I was looking for a comfortable ride, decent gas mileage, good stereo, nice looking, and of course - a sunroof. The Taurus definitely fits. I enjoy driving it each day. Fuel economy could be a bit better, but considering the engine size and car design, it's not bad.
Favorite Features
6-speaker stereo sounds great. Smooth ride, comfortable, quiet.
Suggested Improvements
Fuel economy could be improved. Also, installation of an after-market stereo would be difficult if you desired to do so.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Good 4 the price?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Good for the price. Good gas mileage for its size. Great room around trunk, in front and back seats. I get an odd rattle/humming from under the hood. Cons: hard seat for traveling, poor expected resale value; doesn't ride, handle or stop as well as top competitors, and a few times acted like it stalled when quickly accelerated.
Favorite Features
The on board PC (i.e. systems check). Good stereo ... it does have a clean look though.
Suggested Improvements
Hope they improve the new 2006's after all of our comments even though Taurus is discontinued!
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