2004 Toyota Corolla Review
Fuel Economy
28 - 31 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A solid economy sedan that many will purchase on the basis of name alone. Next to peers, though, the Corolla offers little to get excited about in terms of price or performance.
Pros
Refined and roomy interior, excellent gas mileage and crash test scores, illustrious reliability record.
Cons
Awkward driver-seat position, bland personality, sedan body style only.
What's New for 2004
After a full redesign last year, the Corolla carries over unchanged for 2004.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Best Car Ever
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Bought brand new from local Toyota dealer. Best car I have ever owned. I had 2002 civic and 2002 mazda Protege before and they're both terrible. My corolla had almost 150,000 miles and never had any problems. I get about 33-35MPG on mixed driving. I would buy another corolla without any questions. This car's quality and reliability is no match. This car has zero problems after 150k Miles.
Favorite Features
Love the looks and wheels. Interior is very good and comfortable. Excellent MPG.
Suggested Improvements
Could use more power.
Loved it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I was in the military and stationed in California. I drove from California to Texas all the time. So put a lot of miles on my car. I also got in a wreck and totaled the car completely a few months after I got it. It was dark outside and I was able to drive the car with it totaled all the way to work which was about 20 miles and to the shop to drop it off which was another 10. IT STILL RAN!!! I never had a problem and loved the gas mileage it got. I went 1200 miles from Cali to Texas and had to fill up 3 times. That's not bad! I love this car and miss it deeply!!! Only got rid of it cause I had another baby and there was not enough room in the backseat for 2 car seats plus another person.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage
Suggested Improvements
More room in the back. Make the air conditioner blow a little harder.
I have mixed feelings
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Review
At 65,000 miles a rear wheel bearing went bad. I thought "great $100 bucks max at the dealer and I'll press in a new one." WRONG. $300+ later I had to buy the WHOLE hub assembly. This is a bad design issue that makes people fork out the dough for parts. 85,000 miles, Engine serpentine belt Tensioner = same design issue....it isn't serviceable $245 later, I now have a quiet belt and tensioner assembly. Fog light relay went bad, $65.00 later the lights work again. Parts are expensive for these cars! Should this stuff be wearing out so soon? Why not design serviceability into the parts?! Or is Toyota trying to sell you pricey parts? Sorry Toyota, that Fusion is looking good.
Favorite Features
Mileage and exterior Industrial Design
Suggested Improvements
Design serviceability into assemblies. This makes economic and environmental sense!!! When do we get to see a CVT in these?
Worth every Penny
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this new with 13 miles. It now has 54K. In 2 years, it goes to my daughter for college, and I know she'll have it for many years after. Other than the typical maintenance, I've had no unexpected surprises, and that's exactly what I wanted after my last car.
Favorite Features
Gas Mileage, ease of maintenance and pick up when passing cars.
Suggested Improvements
This is not the most comfortable car for long distances. It's great for around town though.
Happy to have a decent car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought my corolla in 04 it had 6 miles on it, I love this little car - the only problems I have had with it are a blown tail light, 1 flat tire and a blown fuse. Compared to caR I had before, a 91 Dodge Caravan, which turned into a 13 year nightmare this little car is a dream. My next car will be another Toyota.
Favorite Features
Lots of room for a small car.
Suggested Improvements
Put a gated shifter in the car.
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