2001 Mazda MPV Consumer Reviews

Great vehicle

Written by: cyn on 06/25/2008

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV DX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this van new. It's been very dependable. We have only done basic repairs of things that wore out, brakes, tires. I love the handling, and the fact that it is a little smaller than other minivans. Hate the look of most boxy vans. Hope it keeps going for another 4 years!

Favorite Features

Handling - feels like a car. Very open feeling design of dash, other vans have limited visibility. Roll down middle windows. Smaller footprint of vehicle, easy to park.

Suggested Improvements

Larger cup holders in front, split rear seat.

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Good little Van

Written by: HarryJ on 03/21/2008

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV DX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Overall, this has been a fantastic vehicle. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a van that has power and is also concerned about fuel economy. I purchased this knowing I was going to Europe and on the roads and streets there, it was outstanding. I had practically no issues at all with it. My only challenge was to get an American spec vehicle serviced in Europe. I can honestly tell you this van would run 120 mph on the Autobahn with no problems, and the fuel economy was pretty good doing so.

Favorite Features

Fold flat rear bench seat. This vehicle was the truck I needed when needed. Powerful engine.

Suggested Improvements

Make the rear hatch open to match the interior width.

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Mazda MPV

Written by: nutsywheels on 06/04/2007

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have owned a Volvo, 2 Audis, a Buick, and 2 Chevy Suburbans. My 2001 Mazda MPV has truly been the best of them all. It currently has 86,000 miles on it and has only needed minor repairs thus far. A big thing for me is that no little pieces have fallen off like in my other cars, and the whole car seems to be very well made.

Favorite Features

It drives like a sedan, not a minivan.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the hood was at a more horizontal angle. It is difficult at times when I have my hands full, because I can't set anything down on it.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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One of the best family cars

Written by: Costa on 06/03/2007

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought our MPV brand new in 2001 and have never had a single problem We have 90K+ and it still runs like a new vehicle. We are planning to keep this car for another 5-7 years. There is no reason to replace it. We have been to 25-30 states with our Mazda, sometime driving 15 hours straight. You would never want any other minivan. We love it!

Favorite Features

Rear power door windows. Fold into floor 3rd row. Middle captains seats slide together.

Suggested Improvements

Gear shift interferes with radio and fan controls while in driving position. Bad design! Adjust placement of gear shift so it doesn't interfere with radio and fan controls.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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My 1st Mazda, my last Mazda

Written by: Brenda on 01/20/2007

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This car has been a lot of trouble. I put on a lot of highway miles, but have put more money into this car in 125,000 miles than I ever did with our Hondas or Toyotas with over 200,000 miles on them. The engine light comes on every 10,000 miles with something wrong. 9 months ago I replaced the catalytic converter, $1100, and now they say the "other" converter needs replacing for another $1100. I am looking at Honda Odyssey or Toyota Sienna....no more money sucked out for that vehicle. It's not like we don't do every scheduled maintenance either. Gas mileage is poor for the size car. It is priced about $4000 too high and the resale on it is terrible. Mazda has lost our business forever.

Favorite Features

It fits well in the garage.

Suggested Improvements

Everything!

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Mazda MPV = Man's Perfect Van

Written by: Howard on 12/06/2006

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

What can I say...Mazda did it again for me. A fantastic space saving/utilizing concept on wheels. On the LX the seats could have had a lumbar support to make the comfort better. The radio controls were obscured by the automatic gear changer. Other than those comments, no other criticisms/suggestions. :)

Favorite Features

Removable and light-weight center row seats and fold away rear seat.

Suggested Improvements

Radio controls to be better placed, maybe onto the steering wheel. Also, a lumbar support in the front and mid row seats. A storage container between the two front seats next to the hand break lever. A compass and outside airtemp gauge in overhead console. Heating controls above midrow seats.

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The little van that could

Written by: Zapped on 08/28/2006

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Have had the vehicle now for 4 years. We have had very few problems with it. Overall, it's quiet, responsive, and fun to drive. Been in other vans, and this is miles ahead of the others. No regrets!

Favorite Features

Versatility from top to bottom.

Suggested Improvements

Better door handles. More interior space (although that would take away from its compactness), to be comparable to the Odyssey (which was our first choice).

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Been very reliable, gas consumption bad

Written by: Kim on 05/24/2006

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV DX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this car new to replace a 1991 MPV. Gas mileage was good to start but as it gets older it's terrible. Hate the spare tire setup. It's the worst to try and change to the spare. It broke right after the warranty expired. Mazda needs to re-think the mechanism of storing the spare. Mazda also needs to be real on the carpet color choices. Kids, pets, etc. are riding in this vehicle and the light colored carpeting takes a severe beating. Thank goodness for steam cleaners. Upholstery is light but cleans up nicely. Leg room and clearance between back seat and middle seats are hard to maneuver unless you're a kid. I like the middle seat feature of being able to move them apart.

Favorite Features

Love the back seat folding flat and the well for groceries and stuff.

Suggested Improvements

Driver and passenger cup holders are not deep enough. Large cups fall over. See above review for more improvements.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Not a bad van

Written by: RDW on 12/22/2004

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

No major problems in nearly three years. Dealer service is good. The MPV is not a street racer but it gets around OK in the flatlands of the southeast. Gas mileage is not that good.

Favorite Features

Interior layout, comfort and size.

Suggested Improvements

I think that Mazda has taken care of my main complaint, performance, with the 3.0 liter engine.

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Zoom Zoom (Not!)

Written by: rdw on 11/17/2004

Vehicle

2001 Mazda MPV LX 4dr Minivan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I knew when we bought the MPV that it was not going to be a high performance vehicle. It does just fine on the coastal plains of NC but the mountains of VA and WV are a challenge for its little Ford-build 2.5 litre engine. Otherwise the MPV is a quality car and is reliable. It is very comfortable - you can drive 500 miles without tiring. It is a nice car but it doesn't compare to the Honda or Toyota in value (it's a lot smaller). I think the MPV's MSRP is about $2,500 too high. Mazda's end-of-year rebates on the MPV make it competitive and I'm thinking about buying a 2004 model.

Favorite Features

Visability and seat position.

Suggested Improvements

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