2004 Toyota Camry Review and Specs

Summary

What Edmunds.com says

It won't win any design awards or run circles around its competitors, but when it comes to practicality, value and refinement, few midsize sedans can top the 2004 Toyota Camry.

Pros

Roomy, comfortable, plenty of safety and luxury features, high resale value, strong reputation for reliability.

Cons

Premium optional features are pricey, V6 isn't as powerful as others in the class.

What's New for 2004

For the 2004 Toyota Camry, a new 3.3-liter V6 is standard on SE V6 models. Relative to last year's 3.0-liter V6, this engine offers 33 more horsepower and an additional 31 pound-feet of torque, boosting ratings to 225 and 240, respectively. Fortunately, Toyota has also boosted the 3.0-liter engine's output -- it now makes 210 hp and 220 lb-ft of torque in V6-equipped LE and XLE models. Both V6 engines come standard with a five-speed automatic transmission this year. In other news, a new trim has been introduced; the Limited Edition Camry comes in an exclusive crystal-white color, and offers a unique front grille, standard foglamps and champagne-color exterior badging.

Consumer Ratings & Reviews

Better late than never?

Written by: Rick Wunder on 06/09/2008

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating


Performance:	9	Fun-to-Drive:	9	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	9	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	10	Exterior Design:	9

Vehicle

2004 Toyota Camry XLE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

It's been 4 years since I picked up my Camry. It now has 99,000 miles, and I have had zero problems with it. I replaced the original Michelin tires at 75k miles, along with the rear brakes. Front brakes were done at 98,000 miles. I'd like to see improved instrument panel lighting. It is difficult for my 59 year old eyes to see the gauges (including the speedometer) at night. From what I've seen, this has been improved in later model years. Although this is a lot of car for the money, I would have gladly spent a bit more for traction control, but it was not available with the 4 cyl. engine.

Favorite Features

I love the passenger room and storage space in the passenger compartment. I also love the large trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Improve instrument panel lighting. Offer traction control for all models, not just the V6.

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Still enjoy the car after 2 1/2 years

Written by: Dan Alsup on 05/18/2008


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	9	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	9	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	10	Exterior Design:	7

2004 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

We bought the car as a certified used car with 38,000 miles on it and now have 97,000 with no problems whatsoever. On a recent trip to Houston we drove between 60 and 65 MPH and got 35.5 MPG! (New tires and wheel alignment prior to the trip.) Love the lumbar support and the quiet ride. The only complaint is the easily scratched exterior paint. Much less road noise than the Hondas we have owned.

Lumbar support. Quiet ride. Confidence the car will get us wherever we want to go and in comfort. Great gas mileage.

Better paint.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

2004 Toyota Camry 2.4 four cylinder

Written by: Paul on 05/09/2008


Performance:	7	Fun-to-Drive:	4	Build Quality:	8
Comfort:	5	Interior Design:	6	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	7	Exterior Design:	6

I've owned this car from new and have serviced all fluids regularly (transmission, coolant and steering included). It is my rolling office and my main concerns are reliability and economy. It avarages 30 mpg, needed front brake pads at 72,000, wiper blades at 75,000, spark plugs at 100,000, pads with rotors at 153,000. The only unschedualed repair to date was the right rear brake light bulb at 103,000. The rear brakes have had regular cleaning but have not worn out. If Toyota made appliances, computers etc. I would buy them

This car does exactly what I ask of it. When I want driving fun and excitement I drive my MR2 Spyder - which has provided equal reliability. I have owned/worked on/driven many cars from America, Europe and Japan, all the brands could learn a great deal from Toyota (and Honda)

Best car I have ever had!

Written by: leyvagrl on 05/06/2008


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	10	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	9	Exterior Design:	9

This is the funnest family sedan that I think anyone could own! I have so much fun in this car, it picks up quick, it's cute and its very roomy & comfortable inside. I am a mother of 3 & the car is practical and something that dosen't "scream mommy!" I put a dark tint on the windows, put new rims on it & made it more "me".

The gas mileage and the thing that tells me how many mpg I am getting & how many miles I have to an empty tank.

This car should come with alloy wheels not hubcaps. I lost three hubcaps in 4 months. That's my only complaint!

It's been perfect

Written by: Sara on 03/28/2008


Performance:	8	Fun-to-Drive:	7	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	9	Interior Design:	8	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	10	Exterior Design:	8

I've been driving my 2004 Camry for 4.5 years now and have never had a single problem with any part of the car. I see another Camry in my future!

The fuel mileage is fantastic, on the highway I can drive 2.5 hours on a quarter tank. The trunk is also very spacious.

Don't change a thing

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

2004 Toyota Camry Consumer Ratings & Reviews