2004 Mazda MPV Review
Price Estimate: $2,340 - $3,718





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Compact and maneuverable, confident road manners, roll-down windows in the sliding doors.
Cons
- Lacks the passenger/cargo space and power found in competitors.
What’s new
The MPV gets a facelift for 2004 that includes a new hood, headlamps, front fenders, grille, side skirts and alloy wheels. A rear air conditioner and four-wheel disc brakes are now standard.
Edmunds says
A quiet and capable van if that's all you need, but compared to the new and improved class leaders, the MPV lacks the size and features to compete for the top spot.
For sale near Festus, MO
6 listings
- Photos not available
- 158,422 miles
- Frame damage reported, 1 owner, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 16 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- D & D Auto Sales (326 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 2500lb Towing Capaci...
- 2nd Row Bucket Seats
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Located in Hamilton, OH
CASH CAR FOR JUST 2995 COME TEST DRIVE TODAY
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: Yes
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JM3LW28A140500492
Stock: 500492
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-06-2025 - 93,420 miles
- Frame damage reported, 1 owner, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 16 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Oaks Automotive (337 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Cincinnati, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: Yes
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JM3LW28J340510649
Stock: J510649
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Missouri
$185/mo for MPV LX
MPV LX
vs
$135/mo
Avg. Compact Minivan
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Bought new in 2004, now has 250,000 miles
5 out of 5 starskaiserdr, 07/01/2015
2004 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2022 update, less monthly activities/mileage, but this vehicle is still plugging along at more than 250 k.
I rarely give anything five stars but the service I have had on this vehicle deserves it. I bought my MPV brand new from the dealer and only had routine problems. My vehicle is approaching 245,000 miles and runs perfectly. We have maintained the exterior and interior of this … vehicle. I was recently at the dealer to have the air-bag replaced and a mechanic there said several owners bring their MPVs in for maintenance and have more than 250,000 miles on them. The only unexpected failure I had on this vehicle was 2016 when the sunroof leaked ($100 repair) and the power driver's seat failed.
2018 Update: This vehicle now has 215,000 miles. The vehicle overheated in 2017 due to a radiator failure. Note, a local mechanic tried to rip-me-off, wanted $1,200 for a radiator from Mazda and suggested it might need other parts and a head gasket. I replaced the entire cooling system with re-manufactured parts from JC Whitney for $200 and a local mechanic installed them for $200--it has now run another 30,000 miles with no problem.
2020 update: This vehicle now has 245,000 miles. I got a notice from Mazda last week saying that although they already replaced the air bags, they need to do more work on them.
01/02/2021, not driving much due to COVID, this vehicle is now around 250,000 and still going strong.
1/6/2023, above info hanging on, less mileage driven but MPV is doing fine.
Great, but need some help
5 out of 5 starsSm00ve, 10/15/2009
2004 Mazda MPV ES 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
My van is my baby (I loves my dog [Wuff]). The biggest problem I have is that I can't find a maintenance manual for the body. She's at 100K miles, but I can't change the rear brakes because I can't adjust them out far enough to accommodate new shoes (they're pretty tricky for rear disc brakes). Other than that, she's great. I even figured out how to change the spark plugs without … having to drop the main harness or the engine (not the easiest thing to do, but it's doable).
Multiple problems with coils in engine
3.63 out of 5 starsLorf, 11/16/2010
2004 Mazda MPV ES 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Bought the vehicle used in 2008 with about 40,000 miles. Loved it at first, rode smoothly, feels like a car, looks great for a minivan and love that the sliding door windows roll down. Fast forward to about 75,000 miles. The first engine coil goes. 90,000 two more blow. Now at 101,000 miles, the 4th coil is being replaced tomorrow. There is a design defect in the coil placement in … this MPV that allows water to enter the coils, and shorten the live considerably. Some other little things here and there, but the engine is the big issue. Trading it in for a more reliable vehicle right after the repair is done.
91K and need new engine
3.25 out of 5 starsL Reynolds, 07/24/2010
2004 Mazda MPV ES 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
The 2004 Mazda MPV was reliable until about 65K when I started having trouble with numerous ignition coils. The last straw was last week - replaced all three rear coils - #3 kept misfiring and dealership recommended to replace them all. Then ck eng. light came on again and they cleaned fuel injectors. Light came on again, they turned it off because it said #3 coil again and it was just … replaced. Last Friday started and it shook like a go cart - had it towed - now I am told the engine is blown. They want $7K to replace and $3300 for a rebuilt with 1 yr warranty. So frustrating - used to love this van but now am afraid of all its problems - don't know whether to fix - worth $500. now!
2004 MPV Highlights
LX
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,490 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $185/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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