2004 Oldsmobile Bravada Review
Price Estimate: $2,009 - $3,256





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful engine, long list of standard features, plush highway ride.
Cons
- Skittish handling around corners, numb steering, some low-grade interior materials, resale value likely to plunge quickly.
What’s new
In its last year of production, the Bravada receives satellite radio as its only notable new option.
Edmunds says
With nearly identical models available from GMC and Chevrolet, we don't see any compelling reason to buy the soon-to-be-discontinued Bravada.
For sale near Crestview, FL
5 listings
- 96,426 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- AutoNation USA Denton (639 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Denton, TX
Leather SeatsSeats; Heated; Driver And Front PassengerMemory PackageExtra Cost PaintRear Axle; 4.10 RatioSmokers PackageCustom Leather Seating S...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GHDT13S942163617
Stock: 42163617
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-29-2025- 118,507 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Harrisonburg Auto Outlet (684 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
Close
Located in Harrisonburg, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GHDT13S142298817
Stock: 98817
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-17-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Florida
$237/mo for Bravada Base
Bravada Base
vs
$175/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Oldsmobile Bravada Owner Reviews
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10 years old and no service issues
4.88 out of 5 starsjake136, 06/13/2013
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Had to share that I've owned the 04 Bravada and have had no service issues.
I really can't believe it.
I have 110K on it and have to say it's been the best vehicle I've ever owned.
Sorry it's an Olds and sorry they discontinued the line.
Seems they finally got it right.
I've owned a number of Olds products that had typical issues but not this one.
I now have an issue with the front … differential that will cost me a few hundred dollars, but come on is that it??
That's my question has anyone else had experience with this vehicle? What issues should I look forward to in the future?
I hate to dump it for a $40K + replacement.
Cannot believe this is an Oldsmoblie!
4.88 out of 5 starsJerad Upwall, 11/08/2004
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
We needed a awd or 4 wheel drive
vehicle that was reliable and easy to
oberate in the snow country, especially
for my wife who has never lived in
the snow before. We love our Bravada
because of its comfort and style and
power of its engine.
Not just another Trailblazer
4 out of 5 starsEric, 04/18/2009
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I will forever miss the Ninety-Eight, Rocket 455, Bravada and the Olds empire entirely. This is an underrated SUV that rarely gets mention as a result of its relatives from Chevy and GMC. You'll never ever mistake this for a Trailblazer if you've driven them both. A luxury AWD SUV that fits the wallet nicely. Despite claims, resale values remain superior to its brothers.
I'd LOVE it, but!
4.38 out of 5 starsAnnette Belz, 11/13/2003
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
I really enjoy my Bravada, it's
luxurious, comfortable, quiet, and
RED! I have auto start & the heating
system, etc., is great here in Alaska.
BUT....I have had a little rattle that
5 visits to the dealer have not cured,
which is very frustrating. This has
been there since the car was almost new-
-and it's only six months old now.
VERY annoying and inconvenient. A … car
that costs this much should have NO
vibrations, chirps, squeaks or rattles!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, so we've included reviews for other years of the Bravada since its last redesign.
2004 Bravada Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $33,920 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $237/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Bravada include:
- Alarm
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic 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 – OriginalMarginal
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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