2001 Nissan Maxima Review
Fuel Economy
20 - 22 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
The athlete of family sedans.
Pros
Silky and powerful V6 engine, sports car moves, room for the whole family.
Cons
Odd styling details, high price, rough ride quality with SE suspension.
What's New for 2001
A 20th Anniversary edition includes the 227-horsepower version of the standard 3.0-liter V6 from the Infiniti I30, as well as goodies like bronze-lensed headlight covers, a body kit, ersatz carbon-fiber interior trim, drilled metal pedals and a number of features normally optional on the SE. This special model also gets an exclusive color: Majestic Blue. A new Meridian package is optional on all Maximas, bundling side-impact airbags and a low washer fluid indicator with heated front seats and side mirrors, as well as special trunk lid trim. Adding optional traction control to the SE or GLE results in a Z Edition Maxima, for some zany reason.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
It's a Dud!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Nissan Maxima GLE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this car new in 2001 due to it's great handling and performance. Unfortunately, I had no way of knowing how cheap Nissan had gone on the parts. O2 sensors, mass airflow sensors, busted muffler, warped door to the gas tank, electrical system issues...I can go on and on. My advice is to stay away!
Favorite Features
Great pickup and handling.
Suggested Improvements
Better quality!
RG 1 Maxima
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Nissan Maxima GXE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
During the 8 years I have owned since new, I have put new brakes once, new tires twice, one new radiator at 150000 miles and now the struts need replacing. If this were a ford focus or whatever it would now be around in this good a condition. Also my actual miles per gallon is city 21 highway 27
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Brakes
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
Orig. owner of my 01 Max. Love it overall, but have put 3 sets of brakes on it now at 140,000 miles. this last set involved callipers as the rotars were very warped - perhaps due to callipers not releasing fully, wearing them faster. Also needed a speed sensor for the right rear wheel. All for $900. Wondering how other owners were faring with brake issues on their 01'. Still handles well. Great Giddy-up and gets an avg. of 23mpg in the city - around 330 miles to a tank of gas.
Favorite Features
222 HP! Really goes when you need to get on the freeway every day! Body Style! Still a great looking little buggy!
Suggested Improvements
Ditto with other posts... paint is rusting around wheel wells and spoiler. The Ride is pretty stiff.
Some good some bad
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Nissan Maxima GLE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased the car with 62k miles still have it at 118k today. Overall solid car, minus the constant idle problem which no one can find a solution for, coils, and squeaky front end. OH yeah and rear wind noise is wayyy too loud!..other than that fast fun car to drive. Must use premium for maximum performance. And never take the car to the dealership once you are out of warranty.
Favorite Features
VQ engine
Suggested Improvements
Electrical components
Nothing like a Maxima.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this car at 56k miles and have been very pleased. I have taken very good care of the car, all recommended maintenance. I have replaced the alternator at 70K, had a small problem with the front right tire making noise, turns out it was only a slightly uneven wheel, simply put it on the back and it has never maid a noise since. Wish I could have found a 5-speed for the same price/miles. I average 22mpg in town; about 26mpg at 80mph. The ride is a little rough in town, but nothing but comfort at high speeds. Overall a very impressive car.
Favorite Features
Rocket-like acceleration, backseat room, handling at high speeds (120+).
Suggested Improvements
Make all GLE Maxima's automatic and all SE Maxima's manual. Slightly less road noise...I'm stretching here.
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