2001 Infiniti I30 Consumer Reviews

Excellent Car

Written by: Excellent Car on 09/29/2008

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased this car about 3 1/2 years ago with 14k on it. I have only had to do routine maintenance on it. Great fuel economy because of regular maintenance. I currently have 94,000 miles on the car and it still runs like new. This car drives like sports car and still seats 4 adults comfortably.

Favorite Features

230 HP and great gas mileage. Huge gas tank is a plus as well. With 18 gallons you fill up even less! HUGE truck!

Suggested Improvements

Struts out lasted the bushings, not cool! Had to replace the struts at 93,000 miles just to replace the bushings. The drivers seat motor has worn out and cannot move seat back and forth. Volume knob on the weak Bose stereo does not work. The Bose stereo is weak... Not the Bose I know!

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Excellent Used Car

Written by: Jerry on 08/17/2008

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought my 2001 I-30T used off a one owner lease at 31K. I have now had the car for 4 years and it is still meeting my expectations at 85K. I've changed tires, belts, brake pads but other than one item (mass air flow sensor $300) all I have done is put oil and gas into it. It is sporty, plenty of power and averages 22 (19/25) mpg in mixed use driving and is quieter at highway speeds than the M. No rust, no probs, engine is one of the best.

Favorite Features

Comfy seats, great std options, Bose stereo, great visibility and power rear sunshade.

Suggested Improvements

Poor turning radius, my wife's Sienna outturns this car. Car also sits a tad low.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I love this car

Written by: nadine710 on 07/19/2008

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I've had this car close to 4 years, bought it used. Almost 100K miles on it now. Rides like brand new. Talked to a car salesman today and he said that these cars start running their best at 100K and I believe it. You can't even tell the car is on. I have been tempted to get something newer but I just can't trade my baby in. Best car I've ever owned.

Favorite Features

Rear sunshade, great seats and quick and very reliable.

Suggested Improvements

Better paint would be nice.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Best car I've had

Written by: Kitty on 05/21/2008

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I've put 70K miles on this car and aside from other people denting and running (mostly in parking lots) this car has been wonderful. Never a problem I've owned 5 other makes and this has been the least amount of trouble. Waiting for them to do a hybrid...

Favorite Features

classic lines, almost like an old mercedes, rounded features deco style.

Suggested Improvements

better gas!! it's not terrible but most cars could be a lot better.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Infiniti and Beyond

Written by: potamus on 11/04/2007

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this car because of the good consumer reviews at the time. 1.5 years later I understand those reviews. This is my first Nissan product and I'm impressed. Love the firmed-up suspension and look of upgraded wheels/tires in the Touring model. Bought it for my wife, and I now drive it more than she does. This is the first four-door car I will actually admit to owning!

Favorite Features

Touring Package, Bose stereo.

Suggested Improvements

Wish it didn't need high-octane fuel for optimum performance.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Not as nice as it should be

Written by: David on 06/22/2007

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is more of a tank than a sports car. Slow at the start, but has zip at 30+ mph. Interior quality is average. Well known radio/CD issues with this car that Infiniti never offered to fix for owners. Outside temp does not show unless asked for. Gas mileage for a car this size is poor and the amount of road noise is in unacceptable range. I cannot have a decent cell phone call while on the highway in the I30. New tires may help, but not that much.

Favorite Features

Stereo sound is very good. Car starts and runs every day like it should. Uses 87 octane fuel.

Suggested Improvements

Noise, noise, noise... this car is far too loud. If you have a highway commute, don't buy.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Pretty good car

Written by: mobucky on 05/17/2007

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

After 3 Maximas, this was my first Infiniti. Car has been a pleasure, with only a couple annoyances. The reading light has burned out four times due to an apparent short that the dealership only identified after the warranty was gone. Leather has been faster to wear than in my Maximas. And the heater/AC motor has developed a loud growl that goes away after 2-3 minutes. Car still looks "fresh" after 6 years and 101,000 miles. Seats are comfortable. Turning radius is awful. It's like turning the Titanic in a farm pond. All in all, though, a good investment and outstanding driving machine for the open road.

Favorite Features

Still-fresh styling after six years; smooth transmission; good BOSE system; slide in/slide out driver's seat; attentiveness of Infiniti service; loaner cars for all repairs AND maintenance; split/folding rear seat makes it a mini-SUV for hauling long stuff.

Suggested Improvements

Softer, more durable leather surfaces; shorter turning radius; a little more tautness (less limousine ride) through tight corners; a little more braking ability - brakes are a little too soft for more liking; and finally, a stiffer rear suspension.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Stay away

Written by: mas4497 on 04/12/2007

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I read reviews before I bought this car, and it seemed like a safe choice. All scheduled maint. was provided by the dealer but at 80K the problems began and haven't stopped. MAF sensor, 2 alternators, driver's seat motor, O2 sensor, another problem has just popped up and it's sure to be another. $1,000. Low price is not worth the thousands spent in repairs, not to mention it has left me stranded 3 times in 3 years.

Favorite Features

Interior and trunk space.

Suggested Improvements

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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excellent car!

Written by: infiniti_i30 on 03/13/2007

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

excellent car! acceleration from 0-40 is my favorite! very tight car! highly recommended!

Favorite Features

electric rear sunshade. BOSE audio system. 230 hp V6 engine. One-touch opening of windows and sunroof. steering wheel controls.

Suggested Improvements

better seat quality. in-dash 6 CD changer. telescopic steering wheel.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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great car but long in tooth

Written by: ertsfan on 10/15/2006

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Very reliable, but bad mileage (19/21). Suspension can be slightly squirrelly. Engine is great; way better than the variable cam Toyota V6.

Favorite Features

Engine.

Suggested Improvements

Car's been disco'd but mileage is wretched. How about a 5 speed?

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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