2004 Mitsubishi Diamante Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Although the VR-X version can be mildly entertaining, the Diamante is a diamond best left in the rough.
Pros
Long list of standard features, confident brakes, capable handling (in VR-X) and quiet ride.
Cons
Transmission easy to confuse, some subpar interior materials, ergonomic flaws, weak engine, can't get side airbags or stability control.
What's New for 2004
The Diamante receives a few minor styling changes that include a revised front fascia and a new front grille on the outside and a redesigned center console and dash on the inside. A Sportronic automatic transmission, projector beam foglights and a 270-watt Infinity stereo are now standard on the LS and VR-X. Additionally, all VR-X models get new sport taillamps and a rear spoiler, while the base ES gets upgraded interior fabric.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante VR-X 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
After owning several cars over my lifetime I can say this is definitely the best so far. The car is very reliable, inexpensive to own, gets great mileage (20-24 city and 32-38 highway depending on my lead foot). The engine has a lot of power if you need it to. Taking turns sharp will automatically throttle the engine to keep you from losing control (did I mention my lead foot?). Interior comfort has really spoiled me on other cars. I have recently car shopped with a friend and wasn't happy with the interiors of newer cars in comparison. My only complaint is the leather is Black. In Texas, that makes for hot summers but the comfort makes up for it.
Favorite Features
The power moonroof gets a lot of use and the power seats (passenger too) highlight the quality of this car. The onboard computer that provides a lot of information ranging from the amount of gas used, mileage, average speed, etc is great.
Suggested Improvements
Bring it back so I can buy a new one.
A great all round car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante ES 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is my Third Diamante just love them I've had this one lowered 50 mm [2 inches] the standard rims replaced with 18 inch mags and low profile tires. WOW she looks so smart makes her just that little bit different than other Diamantes The car is a wee bit heavy on gas around town but I get great highway miles in absolute comfort good dash features and a good quality CD player stereo etc the one fault would be a little too much road noise above 50 mph the car has awesome mid range acceleration and is confident and sure on the road a good car for the family or put it in the "sport mode" and become 18 again WOOF WOOF
Favorite Features
Good looking car with modern styling comfortable Powerful motor good acceleration for weight of vehicle Sticks to the road like puppy doo on your shoe
Suggested Improvements
Less road noise after all this is a "LUXURY" vehicle
Satisfied
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Three-time Mitsubishi product owner (Eclipse '91, Expo '94 and Diamante) - all exceptional value for the expectation. Ran the first two into the ground. Bought this used with 16,000 miles, and I have no reason to suspect that this model will not make the grade. Interior has a couple of flaws - seams splitting on back bench and carpet pullaways, and sound system seems to have been challenged by someone's bass setting, but it runs great and keeps up on the highway.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
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Unexpected
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Bought the LS model unexpectedly last Dec, and drove 7,500 miles in 3 1/2 months, mostly mixed city driving. It is fun to drive on interstates at high speeds, I did up to 110 mph on I-15. I never considered buying it but grow to like it more and more. Nice, powerful growl when briskly accelerating, strong a/c and Infinity stereo, interior power equipment, and good day-to-day qualities.
Favorite Features
Pearl white exterior, sporty, low key, yet stylish and elegant appearance, lumbar supported, heated leather seats, great sound system, nice niche car not everybody owns, affordability, good insurance rates, power sunroof, heated power mirrors, stability track control, foglights.
Suggested Improvements
Large trunk hinges cut into cargo space, premium gas/mileage, outdated four speed transmission, no side airbags, dated stereo design and gaping open spaces both underneath stereo and in middle console cupholder. Diamante is Mitsubishi's response to a mid-late 90s Lexus ES 300.
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A Good Deal
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Diamante LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought the Diamante for several reasons. One is the warranty. If you buy after 8-1-04 the second owner gets the balance of the 5 year or 60,000 mile coverage. I also like the way it looks. It has all the features of a more expensive car. I looked at more expensive cars, but to buy them I would have had to go higher mileage, have no warranty, and get someone else's problems.
Favorite Features
The seats. This car just looks good. It has good power. It has a great warranty.
Suggested Improvements
Work on the cruse control, it's slow to engage. I am not sure about its gas mileage, but does not seem to be out of line. I had a smaller Ford, which was nice but not in line with the Diamante.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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