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Oldsmobile · model year 2004
2004 Oldsmobile Alero
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is a compact front-wheel-drive car with a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 25 MPG combined, with 21 MPG city and 31 MPG highway. The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,700, and tailpipe CO2 is 355.48 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 25 MPG combined EPA rating
- 31 MPG highway EPA rating
- Front-wheel drive compact car
- 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine
Watch for
- 21 MPG city EPA rating
- $2,700 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate
- 355.48 grams CO2 per mile
- Four-speed automatic transmission
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact front-wheel-drive gasoline car Mixed driving where 25 MPG fits the budget
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero makes a straightforward choice for someone seeking a compact car with front-wheel drive, a four-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission. Its mixed-driving rating is 25 MPG, while the EPA projects $2,700 in annual fuel expense. City-heavy use will align more closely with 21 MPG; highway trips can approach 31 MPG. Consider it when those operating figures and its conventional gasoline setup suit your driving pattern.
What it is
The 2004 Alero is a compact gasoline car from Oldsmobile. It uses front-wheel drive, a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic transmission. See more Oldsmobile cars.
The numbers
Its defining EPA figure is 25 MPG combined. The split is 21 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. Your actual result will depend on how much of your driving matches those conditions.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2,700. Tailpipe emissions are rated at 355.48 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
Use the 25 MPG combined rating as the main side-by-side number when comparing this Alero with other compact cars. Its 21 city and 31 highway figures show how the result changes with driving type.
Who it suits
This Alero fits a buyer who wants a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and mostly needs a clear city, highway, or mixed-driving fuel reference.
Trade-offs
The 31 MPG highway rating is higher than its 21 MPG city rating, so frequent city driving will use more fuel than highway travel. The four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission define the powertrain, while the EPA estimate puts yearly fuel cost at $2,700.
Verdict
Choose the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero if a compact, front-drive gasoline car matches your needs and its EPA fuel figures fit your budget. Plan around 25 MPG for mixed use, with lower results in town and higher results on open roads. The yearly fuel estimate is substantial, so this car makes the most sense when its size and conventional drivetrain matter more to you than minimizing fuel spending.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 25 MPG
- City MPG
- 21 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 31 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 355 g per mile
- Model year
- 2004
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.2 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 25 MPG.
What are the city and highway MPG figures?
It is rated at 21 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway.
How much does the Alero cost to fuel for a year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,700.
What engine and transmission does it use?
The car has a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 2004 Alero front-wheel drive?
Yes. Its drive layout is front-wheel drive.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
The EPA tailpipe rating is 355.48 grams of CO2 per mile.
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