2004 Toyota Avalon Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 City / 29 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
210
Seats
6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Eleanor S
There is Very little maintenance and the gas mileage is very good and lasts along time
There are very few complaints. Car rides very smoothly. It is good on gas mileage.
accountCircle AJ R
That it give great performance, no problem with normal upkeep.
Because it gives good and great performance. Very little and only normal maintenance. No consistent problems especially when normal maintenance is kept up.
accountCircle Beverly G
It is dependable and economical. It rides relatively smoothly.
I like my Toyota because it is comfortable, economical, and dependable. If I could change one thing, I would make the road clearance about 3 inches higher to make it easier to get into and out of.
accountCircle Destiny W
How much I love my car and how I am not ever giving it up.
I love my car nothing is wrong with it. It is great and I am not giving it up it is amazing how it runs and works it was given to me as a gift from my father I am never leaving this car unless I get a better one then I will trade in this one but until that happens no.
accountCircle Rene H
Sunshine. The sunroof is something I love to have open on a good day.
I love the performance of the car. The interior is leather and has held up very well no wear or tears. There is a sunroof, I love it. The gas mileage is also good. The only major problem is shifting from first to second. I am told it is as simple as a sensor that is not working properly. The Avalon is a comfortable car to ride in on long trips. There is a lot of head room as well as leg room. Other than the normal wear and tear and breakdown of parts because of usage time etc. The Avalon is a great car.
accountCircle Christopher A
Love Toyota Avalon, would buy again
No problems. Great gas mileage, large interior, plenty of legroom in the back. Always reliable. Handles well
accountCircle Jenn P
Reliable, well built, strong engine, with easy upkeep, safe and trustworthy
It has a very strong engine and goes much faster than any of the other cars i have owned. It has leather seats, easy to clean, very spacious and roomy, trustworthy toyota
accountCircle Anna M
Toyota Avalon is a great high mileage vehicle. I have over 300,000 Miles.
The car is very comfortable. It gets excellent gas mileage. Drives and handles well. I only wish it was newer.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jeffrey W
This vehicle gets extremely good mileage for its size.
It's an ok vehicle. The car controls well and is big enough for most needs. The upkeep on the vehicle isn't that bad either and neither is the mileage.
accountCircle Erica M
Black 2004 Toyota Avalon xl if good condition
I have a black Toyota Avalon. It has been a great vehicle and reliable. It is a 4 door xl and is very spacious. It has a sunroof and a spacious trunk. I have had this car for 5 years and I have not had any major issues with it. Just the usual maintenance to maintain a car.
accountCircle Quwaynie B
No details to give towards it
Not for sale so I don't understand why is it so important for me to describe my personal daily get around ride
accountCircle Nicole M
Toyota Avalon with a sunroof.
This vehicle I bought used with less than 60, 00 miles on it. The brakes are squealing a bit right now but I have had no other problems with this vehicle. I feel like this car is not really suited to my personality but I needed a car quickly as I was job searching at the time and had totaled my 2015 Honda Civic. The car has heat up seats but I haven't used them yet as it is still pretty warm here in Texas.

Toyota Avalon Models

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

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XL
210 HP 25-25 MPG 6 Seats
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XLS
210 HP 25-25 MPG 6 Seats
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2004 Toyota Avalon Owner Reviews

4.58
59 Reviews
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5 stars 64%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Emma M on April 1, 2021
Beautiful style and showmanship. Many compliments
Best car perform low maintenance very little problems. No recalls tires for life included but dealership put in additional criteria. Check light stays on and dealership unable to determine why. Radio speakers starting to go out replace early in ownership of car.
accountCircle Matthew S on March 28, 2021
It rides very smoothly and is nice and quiet inside.
I'd rides very smoothly, though I wish it would accelerate faster. The leather seats are nice. I like all of the ways to make the seats comfier as well.
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Ranks #2 Large Cars by Owners

The 2004 Toyota Avalon has an average owner rating of 4.58 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 11 other Large Cars.

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2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
4.8
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2004 Toyota Avalon
4.58
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2004 Ford Crown Victoria
4.39

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Toyota Avalon has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #2 of 11 other Large Cars.

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2004 Chevrolet Impala
30 MPG
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2004 Buick LeSabre
29 MPG
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2004 Toyota Avalon
29 MPG

Is The 2004 Toyota Avalon A Good Car?

The Toyota Avalon is an Excellent and trustworthy vehicle. I've had it 10 years without the need for major repairs. The repairs that have been required were simple and quick to complete. I feel safe... Read More
Marissa M.
This is a great car, the gas mileage is average, but it has gone about 250,000 miles and I only have had minor problems. I've had my car for 3 years and it has never died on me or left me stranded.
Kristen G.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Toyota Avalon?

There really are not any big issues. Had the door handle on the inside break but that was a simple fix. Had trouble with the alternator after 150000 miles.
Robert A.
The car is super reliable, I've never had any major issues. The time belt on the car seems to get loose once a year and make that obnoxious sound but it’s always been a quick fix.
Ginny S.

Is The 2004 Toyota Avalon A Good Value?

I paid $6500 for it used. I think it’s been a great value car! Not really sure what a new Avalon would cost, but I'm sure it is worth the price because of the overall quality that the car holds.
Emily S.
The cost when I paid for it back in 2015 or 2016 was about 6 grand and I feel like I've definitely got my money’s worth. The car hadn't been in an accident and the inside was super clean. I think it’s... Read More
Amber K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2004 toyota avalon power steering fluid type?

Answer: The 2004 Toyota Avalon power steering fluid type is prestone power steering fluid. Have You had that experience where Your car felt like it reverted to manual steering This is a clear indication that Your power...

Is there a radio wiring diagram for the 2004 Avalon?

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Does the 2004 Toyota Avalon have an AUX input?

Answer: The 2004 Toyota Avalon doesn't have an aux input. You will come into problems with the sound. This could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle. Whatever the source, You will...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety