Review of the 2001 Mazda B-Series
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Cloning Ford's Ranger pickup to create the B-Series was a good idea. Giving it distinctive styling was a better one.
- Safety | Reliability
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Pros
Numerous engine and body configurations, functional interior, impressive towing capacity.
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Cons
Room in back of extended-cab area isn't enough for adults, still no V8.
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What's New for 2001
More power is the big news for the ?01 B-Series. The B4000 boasts a new 4.0-liter SOHC V6, while the B2300 has a more-powerful 2.3-liter…
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What's New for 2001
More power is the big news for the ?01 B-Series. The B4000 boasts a new 4.0-liter SOHC V6, while the B2300 has a more-powerful 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine. The flexible-fuel feature on the 3.0-liter V6 has been dropped. To keep up with the additional horsepower, Mazda has made ABS standard on all models. The company has also created a new 4x2 Dual Sport trim level and modified every model's exterior and interior styling. To the chagrin of Troy Lee but probably nobody else, the B-Series Troy Lee edition has been dropped.
(4 out of 5)