Used 2001 GMC Jimmy
Pros & Cons
- Wide model range, plenty of available features, sleek styling.
- No V8 available, some low-buck interior bits, revamp due in 2002
Edmunds' Expert Review
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Vehicle overview
GMC's long-lived Jimmy has built a following on versatility and content, and 2001 is no exception. Jimmy is available in two bodystyles (as a two- or four-door on 100.5- and 107-inch wheelbases, respectively), and in two- or four-wheel drive versions with two different suspensions and either automatic or manual transmissions for each. It also comes in three trim levels (SLS for sporty, SLE for comfort, and SLT for luxury/touring), with a separate Diamond Edition luxo-model for those who prefer maximum snob appeal. While it's positioned as the "professional grade" compact SUV over its sister Chevy Blazer and Olds Bravada, there's really not a whole lot to set these three apart.
Like its stablemates, Jimmy received a minor facelift for 1998. The result was a clean-looking four-door and a rakish, four-seat two-door with a distinctive C-pillar. Jimmys can be had with either solid color or two-tone paint treatment, and the upscale Diamond Edition adds a slew of aftermarket-style add-ons, such as a prominent grille guard with integrated fog lamps, aluminum side-step tubes, bodyside cladding and special badging. Inside, the Diamond Edition earns its moniker with diamond-quilted perforated leather. You can choose rear-drive, or one of two different four-wheel-drive systems: InstaTrac engages 2Hi, 4Hi and 4Lo ranges on the fly at the touch of a button, while the AutoTrac automatic, on-demand two-speed transfer case makes four-wheel traction a no-brainer.
If the idea of a high-profile compact SUV goes beyond your needs, the regular Jimmy can be tailored to suit any driving requirement. The only difficulty is deciding what to include. The SLS trim level is standard on two-door Jimmys and SLE trim is the norm for four-doors. If you need all the bells and whistles, opt for SLT equipment or simply pop for the Diamond Edition. Euro- or Luxury-Ride suspensions are offered in 2WD two- or four-door versions, while 4WD two-doors add the choice of beefy off-road underpinnings.
Jimmy features strong acceleration from its 190-horse, Vortec 4.3-liter V6 (packing 250 foot-pounds of torque) and smooth-shifting electronically controlled four-speed 4L60-E automatic. A "tow/haul" mode button helps optimize shifts when pulling a load, and four-wheel antilock brakes with four-wheel discs is standard. Inside, there's plenty of elbow room, and headroom is immense. There's a place for three passengers in back of the four-door model, but restrict it to two unless you enjoy hearing comfort complaints.
Overall, Jimmy is easy to handle and fun to drive, and uplevel versions can be downright luxurious. There's also a huge options list to help you customize your Jimmy to suit your tastes. Just be careful not to overdo it, because the price tag can zip skyward in a hurry.
2001 Highlights
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| Overall | undefined / 5 |
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Most helpful consumer reviews
I wanted to pass along my thoughts on this car. I had bought new and had the following replaced: Ball joints, intake manifold gasket, door hinges. That said, until now I have not had many issues other than fuel economy. The doors have awful hinges that are not adjustable. If they are used a lot, they fail and need to be drilled out and re-bushed. Terrible design. Lastly, I am now in the looking for another SUV because the Jimmy needed a Crankshaft Sensor replaced because of fouling caused by the intake coolant leak. Well it needed a computer "reset" to fix the erratic engine and now I think we killed the motor. Oh well, 160,000 not bad.
my jimmys a 2001 that i received as my first vehicle a couple of years ago i put around 20,000 miles on it myself and its still below 100,000 miles and it runs amazing the only major problems ive had so far is my brake calipers seized up which is my fault for letting it sit too long, my spedometer doesnt work quite correctly and my fuel sensor is a little dirty but other then that i beat the crap out of it especially in winter and it still runs amazing, but if you dont keep up with it maintence wise then yea youll have problems, but thats with all vehicles
Very funny to read comments from those suckers who have been getting ripped off from shady mechanics and blaming GM. 3 waterpumps and you blame GM ? They were garbage aftermarket parts. And ball joints ... get good ones that can be greased and have oil change people lube them -its called maintenence.Your mechanic uses garbage parts and charges you top $ and it's GM's fault ??.. get a clue. Yes you have 125,000 miles and need to get repairs - big surprise. Quit getting ripped off, spend the time to find an honest mechanic -many of you sure don't know one. This is a decent , fun 4 wheel dr that goes great through snow. Love mine.
Yes, very reliable OVER SIZED STATION WAGON. Awesome in the snow with the original Good Year Wrangler tires but a very expensive vehicle to maintain. Sealed front wheel bearings and brakes always seem to fail and are costly repairs. I've had mine for 10 plus years and I just put $2,000 into the breaks, bearings and idler arms or some crap like that and honestly, I'm glad I did. This "truck" is a great work horse, 144k miles, and I love to beat the hell out of it off roading at the farm. Maintain it and the mechanic said I can go another 100k miles easy. beats a car payment and insurance on a new vehicle!
Features & Specs
| SLE 4WD 4dr SUV 4.3L 6cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 14 city / 18 hwy |
| Seats 5 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 190 hp @ 4400 rpm |
| SLS 4WD 2dr SUV 4.3L 6cyl 5M | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 13 city / 16 hwy |
| Seats 4 | |
| 5-speed manual | |
| Gas | |
| 190 hp @ 4400 rpm |
| SLE 2WD 4dr SUV 4.3L 6cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 15 city / 20 hwy |
| Seats 5 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 190 hp @ 4400 rpm |
| SLS 2WD 2dr SUV 4.3L 6cyl 5M | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 14 city / 20 hwy |
| Seats 4 | |
| 5-speed manual | |
| Gas | |
| 190 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
| Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall | Not Rated |
| Driver | 3 / 5 |
| Passenger | 4 / 5 |
| Side Crash Rating | Rating |
| Overall | Not Rated |
| Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
| Overall | Not Rated |
| Driver | 5 / 5 |
| Passenger | 5 / 5 |
| Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
| Front Seat | Not Rated |
| Back Seat | Not Rated |
| Rollover | Rating |
| Rollover | 1 / 5 |
| Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
| Risk Of Rollover | Not Rated |
FAQ
Is the GMC Jimmy a good car?
Is the GMC Jimmy reliable?
Is the 2001 GMC Jimmy a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2001 GMC Jimmy?
The least-expensive 2001 GMC Jimmy is the 2001 GMC Jimmy SLS 2WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $19,270.
Other versions include:
- SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $28,770
- SLS 4WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M) which starts at $22,270
- SLE 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $26,770
- SLS 2WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M) which starts at $19,270
- Diamond Edition 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $31,925
- SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $30,225
- SLS Convenience 4WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $25,170
- SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $28,225
- SLS Convenience 2WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $22,170
- Diamond Edition 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $29,925
- Diamond Edition Special 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $33,920
What are the different models of GMC Jimmy?
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Used 2001 GMC Jimmy Overview
The Used 2001 GMC Jimmy is offered in the following submodels: Jimmy SUV. Available styles include SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLS 4WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M), SLE 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLS 2WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M), Diamond Edition 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLS Convenience 4WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), SLS Convenience 2WD 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), Diamond Edition 2WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A), and Diamond Edition Special 4WD 4dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 4A).
What do people think of the 2001 GMC Jimmy?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2001 GMC Jimmy and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2001 Jimmy 3.4 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2001 Jimmy.
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