Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 -19 City / 24 -26 HWY
Horsepower
185
Seats
2 -8
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle David C
2004 Chevy Venture - reliable and not too ugly.
It is a good and reliable van. Automatic sliding doors. Lots of room in all seats, and tons of room in the trunk. We have recently had issues with the power steering but outside of that it has been very reliable. Obviously it is an older vehicle with a good amount of miles but the engine still runs strong.
accountCircle Mary r
It runs great and is good on gas.
My van starts every time I need to start it and gets good gas mileage for an older van.
accountCircle Haily G
The most important thing anyone should know about my vehicle is that the thermostat went out after owning it for 4 years
I own a 2004 chevy venture. It is the first mini van i have ever owned, and i would highly recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a van.
accountCircle Rhonda H
This is a great, long-lasting van! It has been very dependable and a great family vehicle.
We bought our van new in January 2005. It has been super reliable and has not needed very much major work on it the whole time we've owned it.
accountCircle Clint S
It can hold a maximum amount of eight people and it is great to use on trips.
I really like having a Chevy Venture Van because with three kids it is very handy, especially the automatic sliding door.
accountCircle Rebecca S
Great family car, would definitely recommend especially for those with large families seats eight people.
Love the size, makes it easier to travel. Has a few unusual quirks that are troublesome, but the mechanic can never find anything wrong. Gets really good mileage for a venture.
accountCircle Kris D
Easy to get in and out with rooms for family
My husband and I love this car because it is easy to get in and out. We have plenty enough room over head and around. Also one of our kids can fit in the seat with one built in booster seat which can be folded up, so it is an extra. It is a good van for a small family to go here and there. We have gone for family trips cross country many with this van and have no problem.
accountCircle june K
The seats can be removed or lowered to make more room. You can remove one seat or all of them, lower one of them or all of them. It is very versatile.
It has a lot of room and the seats can be removed to make extra room for big items. I feel safe in the van. It has lasted a long time. It is a good vehicle. There is nothing that I dislike

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tara D
Electrical nightmare, falling apart
If it was in good condition when I bought it I would love it but I bought it used as it has been nothing but problems. I have replaced the whole front end and the issues worse than before. The car parts have to be ordered because no one carries them and there is an electrical problem the windows don't go down the ac doesn't work the heat controls don't work
accountCircle Rachel R
My vehicle overheats when it goes highways speeds.
I currently own a Chevy Venture. I would not recommend this vehicle because I have experienced great trouble with it overheating. After thorough research, a mechanic gave me bad news that my head gasket was leaking. The entire dashboard relay is has a complete wiring problem as well. None of the gauges work.
accountCircle Tara R
3 rows, fits 8 people, the rows fold down so you can fit bigger items in the back.
It fits 8 people in the 3 rows. I have had to spend more money on fixing it then it's worth.
accountCircle aimee p
I like that it fits a lot of people. I don't like that it isn't comfortable to travel in
It's a good family car. It fits car seats well. It is nice for around town driving
accountCircle Shannon N
Very good on gas and mileage is fairly low. Even though its a 2004. We love it.
It is old but good. We've kept up on all maintenance. That is very important. When purchasing any vehicle always check it over, check mileage, etc.. It is very important. Always choose what you can afford as far as payments. Get something that is suitable for you or your family.
accountCircle Lydia R
Very roomy I am able to fit my power chair in back and still have room.
Power windows poor locks plenty if room for cargo up until 2 yrs ago very reliable replaced transmission 2 yrs ago rusting really bad underneath good gas mileage smooth comfy routine maintenance had 160000 miles on it engine good power doors no longer work and sliding door gets stuck.
accountCircle Bradley B
This car has a lot of space to haul almost anything. This feature is great
With my Chevrolet Venture, I would say that it is very practical. With the purchase of almost any car, it feels so depreciated, as soon as it is bought. There are some blind-spots that could be more visible. There could be more power, sometimes feels depleted, low. There is a lot of room, space, but the space seems unbalanced at times. And finally, the gas mileage is ok, at best. Would love to see more gas mileage.
accountCircle Jessica W
There are too many different little problems that require attention- it doesn't just work and it's not reliable for regular use.
My van has several small "bugs" that I have dealt with since I bought it. The headlights and tail lights frequently need to be changed. It takes a minimum of 3 tries to start every time. The engine is placed in such a way that "simple" repairs, like replacing a spark plug on cylinder 1 require that the entire engine be unmounted and shifted to gain enough room to reach that one cylinder head. I bought it used, but the quirks and kinks that I go through to keep it running make me wish I hadn't bought it at all.

Chevrolet Venture Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
185 HP 23-23 MPG 2-4 Seats
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Plus
185 HP 23-23 MPG 4-8 Seats
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Plus w/Y3H Mobility
185 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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LS w/Y3G Mobility
185 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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LS
185 HP 21-21 MPG 4-8 Seats
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LT
185 HP 21-21 MPG 4-8 Seats
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2004 Chevrolet Venture Owner Reviews

3.61
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5 stars 20%
4 stars 35%
3 stars 35%
2 stars 6%
1 star 4%
accountCircle Jane S on April 2, 2021
Issues with the 2004 Chevy venture.
Electric window and door locks switch keeps going out. Have to replace about once a year. No rhyme or reason the switches keep going out. Also.. There is a leak from somewhere the front passenger floorboard keeps getting wet. Believed to be the air conditioning until.
accountCircle Susan S on March 22, 2021
I love the automatic door for easy access.
No problems just need a bigger vehicle. I drive for uber so I need something with more storage room and seating for at least 8 people. I am a mother of a child with special needs and need to earn an income to pay for his therapy. All in all this car has been great.

Ranks #9 Minivans by Owners

The 2004 Chevrolet Venture has an average owner rating of 3.61 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 9 other Minivans.

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Ranks #2 Minivans by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Chevrolet Venture has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Minivans.

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Is The 2004 Chevrolet Venture A Good Car?

Yes, it's a good vehicle for a whole family to get out the house and travel in. I like how the air conditioning work and the gas quality
Krystal S.
Yes it's a good vehicle. I don't have any complain about this vehicle that I own for long time. No any problems with that vehicle.
Britney B.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Chevrolet Venture?

No it really don't have any problems and its reliable to get you where you want to go even when you have a little bit of gas
Mandy R.
Yes, that Chevrolet Venture it's a great vehicle. I don't have any complains about it. Mi have been using it and it's working great.
Jennifer J.

Is The 2004 Chevrolet Venture A Good Value?

The payment that I did for the Chevrolet Venture was great. I don't make any changes to it. I recommend this vehicle.
Sarah M.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2004 Chevy Venture oil capacity?

Answer: The oil capacity for the 2004 Chevy Venture iS4.0 quarts including the oil filter. The recommended oil that You should be filling up with is SAE 5W-30 in most conditions but if You're not living in an...

Where is the 2004 chevy venture transmission pressure control solenoid located?

Answer: The 2004 Chevy Venture transmission pressure control solenoid is located inside of the oil pan, connected to the valve body of the transmission. The transmission pressure control solenoid controls the fluid...

Where is the 2004 chevy venture starter relay located?

Answer: The 2004 Chevy Venture's starter relay is mounted on the battery side of the engine bay, on the vehicle's radiator support. The starter relay is critical to initiating power from the battery to the Venture's...

How do I reset my 2004 chevy venture security system?

Answer: If You are using the correct key and the security system was activated on Your 2004 Chevy Venture this is possibly because of a low battery. Your vehicle wasn't able to read the data correctly and it triggered...

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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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Rollover

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Side

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety