2004 Toyota Solara: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $19,220 -$29,450
- Invoice: $17,297 -$26,504
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2004 Toyota Solara. See if the 2004 Toyota Solara is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2004 Toyota Solara |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | SLE V6 |
| Arrival Date: | 05/20/2004 |
| Engine: | dohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 2-door convertible |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 29,450 |
| Price as Tested: | 32,178 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 260 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 6914 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 6654 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 328.591 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 20.56 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Vehicle Stability Control with Tractin Control, Preferred Accessory Pkg. (First Aid Kit, Carpet/Cargo Mat Set), Navigation System, AM/FM/CD and 6 Speakers,
From the Back Seat
John Biel
A realistic four-passenger interior mixed with the flair of a convertible make the Solara softtop a distinctive vehicle. About the only thing around like it for the money is the Chrysler Sebring--and the Solara can be ordered with a nav system, a feature not available on the Sebring.
John Biel
The Solara convertible was a pleasant companion during the five nicest months of the year that constituted the period of this long-term test. Appointments are very nice and it's fairly roomy. But it wasn't a particularly stirring companion in the performance department, and the cowl shake tends to negate Toyota's reputation for solidly built vehicles.
Mark Bilek
If you care more about comfort than sport, there isn't a better four-seat convertible on the market. Solara's body quivers and shakes over bumps and the top leak is disturbing--we'll have to keep tabs on both--but overall it is a comfortable cruiser that does everything its owners will ever ask.
Tom Appel
Copious body flex is a major disappointment in this otherwise well-built cruiser. Not even sorta sporty, Solara is best suited for sun lovers "of a certain age." The $30k sticker seems reasonable given the level of equipment and materials.
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