Model year guide

2004 Cadillac Seville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Cadillac Seville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.

2004 Cadillac Seville — representative photo
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2004 Cadillac Seville at a glance

Owner complaints17
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$2,597

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2004 Cadillac Seville common problems

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2004 Cadillac Seville MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2004 Cadillac Seville worth?

Low
$700
Typical price
$2,597
High
$5,000

From 15 comparable 2004 Cadillac Seville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Cadillac Seville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$800
Total$18,550
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,597) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,817), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Cadillac Seville trims & engines on record

Trims
SLS
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl

2004 Cadillac Seville vehicles on record

2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y54U152373 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y84U132778 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y94U162839 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y24U127463 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y64U137834 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y14U168179 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y84U133753 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y74U143951 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y44U109563 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y54U101424 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y04U144732 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y04U131995 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y94U150514 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54YX4U101628 2004 Cadillac Seville 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y94U128688 2004 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y04U162888

Other Cadillac Seville model years

2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1987 1984

2004 Cadillac Seville — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Cadillac Seville?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Cadillac Seville get?

The 2004 Cadillac Seville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2004 Cadillac Seville worth?

Comparable 2004 Cadillac Seville listings run roughly $700–$5,000, typically around $2,597 (from 15 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.