2004 Lincoln Aviator Review

Name: 2004 Lincoln Aviator Review
Brand: Lincoln
Price: 3439 USD
Rating: 4.5 (156 reviews)

2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV Shown

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Pros

Class-leading power from the standard V8, excellent handling dynamics for an SUV, stylish and feature laden interior that's doesn't sacrifice utility.

Cons

Interior lacks the rock solid build quality of equivalently priced luxury SUVs, engine noise intrusive at high rpm.

What’s new

Lincoln changes the name of the Aviator's high-line trim level from Premium to Ultimate. More substantive improvements include the addition of Roll Stability Control to the optional AdvanceTrac stability system to ward off rollover incidents during panic maneuvers. The previously optional tire-pressure monitoring system is now standard. Additionally, dealer-installed Sirius Satellite Radio is available on Ultimate and Luxury models equipped with the optional Audiophile stereo.

Edmunds says

A surprisingly enjoyable luxury sport-ute that takes all that's right about the Navigator and applies it to a smaller, more manageable package.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$390/mo

$201/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Consumer reviews

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4.5

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Great truck

michael, 06/29/2005

2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

This truck amazes me every single day. The engine is remarkable, handling is precise (especially for its weight and size), and it's extremely comfortable. Towing capacity is great--eclipsing most other SUVs in its class. Gas mileage is actually pretty good for the engine and weight of the vehicle.

I LOVE the Aviator!!!

azurlee, 09/04/2012

2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I bought the 2004 Aviator brand new, almost 9 years ago. It has been the most reliable of any car I've ever had (and I've had many). It feels luxurious on the inside, even after all of this time. Lincoln got the fit/finish on this one right. It has been such a gem to own. I will drive it until it dies. I really wish Lincoln still made them. I would buy another after this one is done. …

Poor Quality: Cylinder, Transmission and AC Problems

natefromaz, 09/17/2011

2004 Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I bought a brand new Lincoln Aviator in November 2004 and it now has 82K miles. The quality of teh venhicle in general has been bad after he cross 60K miles. In general the engine pings and the check engine light comes and off and when we come to a stop light, the AC starts blowing hot air. The check engine light came steady on at 78K miles and when I took it to the dealer, it was …

I will never buy a lincoln again

gonzo13, 01/29/2010

2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I bought this vehicle brand new in Oct 2004. When I bought it I was impressed with the styling more then anything else, but that quickly faded when the mechanical problems started soon after. I kept up on all required maintenance since I bought it. The problems started early on. From the climate control to the spark plug coils going out on me continuously. The gear shift leaver broke …

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2004 Aviator Highlights

Trim:

Luxury

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$40,290
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	14 MPG
Cost to Drive	$390/month
Seating	6 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Aviator include:

Tire Pressure Warning

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover2 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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2004 Lincoln Aviator Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Great truck

I LOVE the Aviator!!!

Poor Quality: Cylinder, Transmission and AC Problems

I will never buy a lincoln again

2004 Aviator Highlights

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.

Most helpful consumer reviews

Great truck

I LOVE the Aviator!!!

Poor Quality: Cylinder, Transmission and AC Problems

I will never buy a lincoln again

2004 Aviator Highlights

Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}