Model year guide

2004 Pontiac Bonneville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville — representative photo
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2004 Pontiac Bonneville at a glance

Owner complaints28
Combined18–21 mpg
Typical price$3,155

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville common problems

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville MPG & running costs

Combined18–21 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,667

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville worth?

Low
$850
Typical price
$3,155
High
$5,680

From 15 comparable 2004 Pontiac Bonneville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

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

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,335
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,400
Total$20,735
Per mile$0.28

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 ($3,155) with the same model 5 model-years older ($769), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Pontiac Bonneville trims & engines on record

Trims
GXP · SE · SLE
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl · 4.6L 8-cyl

2004 Pontiac Bonneville vehicles on record

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Other Pontiac Bonneville model years

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2004 Pontiac Bonneville — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville?

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, steering, air bags.

What is the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2004 Pontiac Bonneville get?

The 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2004 Pontiac Bonneville worth?

Comparable 2004 Pontiac Bonneville listings run roughly $850–$5,680, typically around $3,155 (from 15 vehicles).

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