2004 Toyota Corolla Review
Price: $5,995





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
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
After a full redesign last year, the Corolla carries over unchanged for 2004.
Edmunds 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.
For sale near Kannapolis, NC
65 listings
- 217,597 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- Quality Motors of Thomasville (40 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Thomasville, NC
Looking for a family vehicle? This Toyota COROLLA is great for kids and adults. This Car comes with a 3 Month / 3,000 Mile Powertrain Warranty coverin...
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:
28 Combined MPG (25 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1NXBR32E24Z256997
Stock: 02872
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 11-01-2024- 269,594 miles
- 2 accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- Car Care Center (82 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Sanford, NC
For more information give us a call at (3**)8**-9***!New paint job, Vehicle Runs Well, Upgraded stereo, Drives great
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:
28 Combined MPG (25 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1NXBR32E54Z269081
Stock: 269081
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-19-2025
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.89 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Carolina
$114/mo for Corolla CE
Corolla CE
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$152/mo
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Toyota Corolla Reviews
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Wouldn't own anything else but a Toyota
5 out of 5 starsLaura Minnich, 09/29/2016
2004 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
My family of five at one time had 5 Toyota's. We love them all. The maintenance and reliability are superior to any other brands. We currently have two corollas and will drive them into the ground. Great cars for teenagers.
Update on 9/30/2019 - We still use this car everyday for commuting. It still has good gas mileage and have not had any mechanical problem at all. The paint is … starting to fade but it is 15 years old.
11 years and going strong
4.63 out of 5 starsnjohnsonga1, 12/31/2014
2004 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
I have had this car for 11 years and 217,960 miles. I drive a lot. This car has never broken down on me and never had any major mechanical issues. I have always gotten the oil changed on time and kept up with things such as new brakes, tires, ect. I have never had any issues with it, and if I could buy the exact same car again I would.
first and best so far
5 out of 5 starsibitamuno, 09/14/2012
2004 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
This is my first car, the drive is so much fun, the gas usage is so economical,
it barely makes me scream for joy, the suspensions for the sports edition are just perfect, the sound system is great, the air conditioner is great, the drive and brakes work just perfect.... I would recommend this car to anyone, anyday. Great car, great value for your money.
Fantastic and Indestructable
4 out of 5 starsChris, 11/20/2006
2004 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
I ordered my LE 5-spd manual (loaded with goodies like leather, roof, etc.), and it has provided 58,000 trouble-free miles. This is the perfect car for someone who needs an A+ commuter car with no trouble. The interior materials are first-rate, and you would be hard pressed to find anything more comfortable or better-appointed at this price. The only issue I had a center console door … that failed to close, which was replaced under warranty with no hassle. Fair warning, from a car enthusiast standpoint (like myself), this car is about as exciting to drive as a washing machine. You will want to have a "fun car" in addition to this one. Also, the steering feel is scarily horrific.
2004 Corolla Highlights
CE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $13,570 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 31 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $114/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 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 RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 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 – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintAcceptable
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