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  • 4dr Reg WB Value 1SV Pkg
    Starts at
    $21,200
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Reg WB Plus 1SB Pkg
    Starts at
    $24,680
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Ext WB Plus Y3H Mobility Pkg
    Starts at
    $25,000
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Reg WB LS 1SC Pkg
    Starts at
    $25,610
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Ext WB Plus 1SB Pkg
    Starts at
    $25,680
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Ext WB LS Y3G Mobility Pkg
    Starts at
    $25,930
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Ext WB LS 1SC Pkg
    Starts at
    $26,610
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Ext WB LT 1SD Pkg w/ABD or ABE
    Starts at
    $29,125
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Ext WB LT 1SD Pkg w/ABC or ABF
    Starts at
    $29,475
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Ext WB Warner Bros 1SE w/ABB
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    $30,315
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Ext WB Warner Bros 1SE w/ABF
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    $30,770
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Expert 2001 Chevrolet Venture review

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When people ask me about the high-tech car of the future, I ask them a simple question: What about the Chevrolet Venture Warner Bros. Edition minivan that’s on sale right now?

They usually laugh. High-tech and Chevrolet? High-tech in a minivan?

Well, it’s true.

We took the specially equipped Warner Bros. version of the Chevy Venture minivan on a recent family road trip, and here’s what accompanied the duffel bags, coolers, beach toys and bikes that we carried:

A vehicle entertainment system consisting of a video-cassette player, a flip-down LCD monitor positioned on the ceiling behind the front seats, four wireless headphones and a remote control.

These systems are a godsend to parents taking long trips with little kids (and with teenagers, too, I’d imagine). But when we’ve tried them previously, they either didn’t have headphones or they came with headphones with cords that got tangled or pulled out. The result was that while the kids enjoyed “Barney’s Big Adventure” or similar fare, my wife and I got to hear it, too, which wasn’t a whole lot of fun.

On this trip, the kids (now 4 and 5) mastered the wireless headphones rapidly, and the technology enabled them to watch and hear their videos while my wife and I listened to a book on tape. In short, everyone was happy.

The Venture includes General Motors’ OnStar system as standard equipment on every model, except the cheapest one, which Chevy calls the Value Van. With the push of a button, we could get directions to the nearest McDonald’s or ATM. It also includes safety features, such as instant notification of emergency personnel in case our air bag activated.

This van also has a rear parking assist system with sensors that activate beeps and lights in increasing intensity as you get ever closer to smashing the rear of the van into another vehicle, a parking pole or a kid’s bike.

GM deserves major kudos for recognizing that such features give it a competitive edge in the minivan market where function rules.

We found the extended-wheelbase Venture to be very functional in almost every way. We met the grandparents at our Central Coast beach destination, and then we took day trips, which required a fairly frequent shifting of the third row of seats from folded up flat for maximum storage to back in use to accommodate people. The switch was done very easily.

The second-row seats slide back and forth to further adjust the cargo vs. leg formula. Getting into the third row of seats was a rather simple task, too, taking about five second to fold and scoot one of the seats on the outside of the second row. The access, however, while perfect for the legs of children, was a bit tight for the adults in the crowd.

Once everyone was safely seated, there was nice roominess and enough cupholders to serve everyone.

On the road, the Ven ture is an adequate performer. The 3.4-liter V-6 makes 185 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque. That’s enough to move this two-ton van at California highway speeds. But both the Ford Windstar and the Chrysler vans have more powerful engines these days. Handling is predictable, but the turn radius is a bit long.

Like almost every good minivan on sale these days, the Venture comes with four doors (five if you count the rear hatch.) GM only offers one power sliding door — on the passenger side — and I’d prefer two.

So, what’s not to like about the Venture Warner Bros. Edition minivan? Well, while, a base Venture starts at just over $21,000, this one has a suggested price of $30,000-plus. Throw in the trailering package, self-sealing touring tires and upgraded radio — as was found on our test model — and the out-the-door sticker topped $32,000.

That’s a pretty expensive minivan, and, unfortunately, GM doesn’t offer the entertainment packag as a stand-alo e option on cheaper versions of the Venture.

Also, compared to some competitors, the GM trio of vans — including the Olds Silhouette and Pontiac Montana as well as the Venture — don’t do well in Consumer Reports ratings, where they are criticized for “subpar reliability and poor crash-test results.”

In short, the Venture doesn’t have neat features like the Honda Odyssey’s fold-in-the-floor third-row seats or the new power rear hatch found on the Chrysler vans. But it still offers a nice combination of function and fun for on-the-go families.

2001 Chevrolet Venture review: Our expert's take
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When people ask me about the high-tech car of the future, I ask them a simple question: What about the Chevrolet Venture Warner Bros. Edition minivan that’s on sale right now?

They usually laugh. High-tech and Chevrolet? High-tech in a minivan?

Well, it’s true.

We took the specially equipped Warner Bros. version of the Chevy Venture minivan on a recent family road trip, and here’s what accompanied the duffel bags, coolers, beach toys and bikes that we carried:

A vehicle entertainment system consisting of a video-cassette player, a flip-down LCD monitor positioned on the ceiling behind the front seats, four wireless headphones and a remote control.

These systems are a godsend to parents taking long trips with little kids (and with teenagers, too, I’d imagine). But when we’ve tried them previously, they either didn’t have headphones or they came with headphones with cords that got tangled or pulled out. The result was that while the kids enjoyed “Barney’s Big Adventure” or similar fare, my wife and I got to hear it, too, which wasn’t a whole lot of fun.

On this trip, the kids (now 4 and 5) mastered the wireless headphones rapidly, and the technology enabled them to watch and hear their videos while my wife and I listened to a book on tape. In short, everyone was happy.

The Venture includes General Motors’ OnStar system as standard equipment on every model, except the cheapest one, which Chevy calls the Value Van. With the push of a button, we could get directions to the nearest McDonald’s or ATM. It also includes safety features, such as instant notification of emergency personnel in case our air bag activated.

This van also has a rear parking assist system with sensors that activate beeps and lights in increasing intensity as you get ever closer to smashing the rear of the van into another vehicle, a parking pole or a kid’s bike.

GM deserves major kudos for recognizing that such features give it a competitive edge in the minivan market where function rules.

We found the extended-wheelbase Venture to be very functional in almost every way. We met the grandparents at our Central Coast beach destination, and then we took day trips, which required a fairly frequent shifting of the third row of seats from folded up flat for maximum storage to back in use to accommodate people. The switch was done very easily.

The second-row seats slide back and forth to further adjust the cargo vs. leg formula. Getting into the third row of seats was a rather simple task, too, taking about five second to fold and scoot one of the seats on the outside of the second row. The access, however, while perfect for the legs of children, was a bit tight for the adults in the crowd.

Once everyone was safely seated, there was nice roominess and enough cupholders to serve everyone.

On the road, the Ven ture is an adequate performer. The 3.4-liter V-6 makes 185 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque. That’s enough to move this two-ton van at California highway speeds. But both the Ford Windstar and the Chrysler vans have more powerful engines these days. Handling is predictable, but the turn radius is a bit long.

Like almost every good minivan on sale these days, the Venture comes with four doors (five if you count the rear hatch.) GM only offers one power sliding door — on the passenger side — and I’d prefer two.

So, what’s not to like about the Venture Warner Bros. Edition minivan? Well, while, a base Venture starts at just over $21,000, this one has a suggested price of $30,000-plus. Throw in the trailering package, self-sealing touring tires and upgraded radio — as was found on our test model — and the out-the-door sticker topped $32,000.

That’s a pretty expensive minivan, and, unfortunately, GM doesn’t offer the entertainment packag as a stand-alo e option on cheaper versions of the Venture.

Also, compared to some competitors, the GM trio of vans — including the Olds Silhouette and Pontiac Montana as well as the Venture — don’t do well in Consumer Reports ratings, where they are criticized for “subpar reliability and poor crash-test results.”

In short, the Venture doesn’t have neat features like the Honda Odyssey’s fold-in-the-floor third-row seats or the new power rear hatch found on the Chrysler vans. But it still offers a nice combination of function and fun for on-the-go families.

Safety review

Based on the 2001 Chevrolet Venture base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
3/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

Consumer reviews

3.0 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 3.6
Interior 3.7
Performance 3.1
Value 3.1
Exterior 3.4
Reliability 3.0

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  • Very versatile car/truck.

    Bought used in 2017,with 102k miles. Still runs excellently 7 years later. Adequate power and handling. Warner Bros. Edition adds great features, 120" wheelbase a plus. Sometimes I remove all of the rear seats to utilize this van's hauling capacity. Lumber, tools, reclining chairs, sofas, lawn mowers, riding lawn tractors (!), piles of ornamental stone (after lining interior with a tarp), treadmills, dump runs, dogs, etc. Versatile. Could use two power side doors instead of just one. Rear a/c and heat with rear controls is great. Nice leather seats. Great sound system. Overall very capable and pleasant to drive. No mechanical gremlins. Full-frame vehicle. Recommendable for many uses.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Comfortable, with a decent amount of power

    This vehicle is great for any family. If you need to haul something bud in the back, no problem, just take the back seat out.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • decent

    It great for families that has 4 or more members, reliable, good for trips and adventures, roomy and non claustrophobic. Satisfying if you love vans.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • Reliable Car

    We recently puchased a used Chevy Venture 2001 and have been very happy with the results. The van drives very well, gas is not too bad for a V6, it is safe, and all around a fun car to drive. We are very pleased with our purchase.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • The Venture drove me away from GM vehicles

    Bought the LS Extended version new as a model year closeout in late '01. As soon as we drove it home, it was leaking ATF (a Harbinger of things to come). The dealer summed it up as someone on the assembly line having a bad day. Less than 3 months later the motor in the window went out and oil had leaked into the radiator - luckily it was under warranty. Had about 6 years of trouble free performance until the casting broke off on the driver's seat tilt lever - leading to the plastic cowl falling off around the seat. About a year later, the fuel gagen failed (a common occurance in several GM vehicles built at that time). About 3 years ago (135K mile mark), the Venture started developing the rocker panel rustout that victimizes this model. Within the last year I had to replace another window motor, wheel bearings, lower control arms, strut assemblies, tie rod/links and sway bars. The van recently (166K mile mark) went into its final death throes as the engine block failed with coolant pouring into areas it didn't belong. I was absolutely crushed by this vehicle's poor reliability and high cost of ownership because it was always garaged and I took very good care of it. In my opinion, the Venture is representative of everything that is wrong with GM from top to bottom. I have since replaced the van with a new Hyundai.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Greatest Family Van

    We had the Venture with a WB package. We totally loved this van. Getting in and out was just the right height, not having to climb up or go low. Lots of windows, visibility good, I had no problems with blind spots. We have three grandkids we raised, the van was good at keeping them entertained with the wireless headsets for the movies, the jacks in the rear to plug the chargers in. While they were entertained passengers, we enjoyed our music while going down the road. The van handled great, we had no problems or complaints. The AC could freeze you out the heaters were fine with front and rear controls. We sold our Venture, the kids grew up, bought another Chevie. Malibu Maxx LTZ, really like it, too.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great car

    This is a great vehicle. I have owned one for many years and it has always been very good. It seats our large family and we still have room for other kids or a lot of sport equipment.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • WORST VEHICLE IN THE WORLD

    I purchased a 2001 Chevy Venture in October of 2000. I gave the vehicle 1 star in each category but in all honesty, the vehicle deserves a minus 10 for each criteria!!! I GAVE my Venture away in 2009 and purchased a KIA Sportage :).
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • TERRIBLE VEHICLE!!!

    DO NOT BUY THIS MODEL! I have spent thousands in repairs including two transmissions. I bought this van in 2003 and have so many problems I can not list them all. I should have been willing to pay a bit more and bought a Honda instead. Next time I will do more reserch before buying a vehicle. DO NOT BUY THIS VAN!!!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Best car I've owned

    I own the chevy venture warner brothers edition and it's been wonderful. With 2 kids and frequent trips to NC from NY it can't be beat. The VCR has been a life saver. The gas mileage is awsome. 31 HWY on my trips to NC
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Not bad, but I think I'm done with Chevys

    I bought the Venture used in 2005 with 60k miles, drove it alot for 2+ years, after it hit 95k miles, lots of problems. Transmission bad, suspension awful, engine sputtering, heating/cooling system blew TWICE. Once under warranty, and again 6 months after it was fixed (warranty had expired) Radiator blew, Brakes and Rotors replaced TWICE during a 40,000 mile span. Just sort of falls apart after awhile. This was a Warner Bros. edition, so the ammenities were nice. VCR/TV, dual power sliding doors, OnStar, Leather trimmed seats, Back Up warning sensor, Traction control, and ABS were all useful. But after purchasing it for over $15,000 and just 2-3 years later, having a trade in value less than $3,500, It was not a great value for the money. Going with Chrysler this time around...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • This car is definitely and embarassment for GM

    When we bought this car, it seemed to be an excellent vehicle, everything ran smooth and the car was quick and agile (we had the short one). This lasted about two years. Then the entire car seemed to die around us. First the fuel sensor failed, which was not that important as you can always use the trip-odometer and the cost to repair such a simple part cost at least $400. Then the engine blew a lower intake manifold gasket and cost $700 to replace (which doesn't make any sense as the intake manifold basically funnels the the air in to the cylinders and should n't have any coolant or oil in it, must be a space saver or maybe a cooling trick.) While we suspect that the repair shop we used may be at fault, the a/c refused to work as soon as we got the car back. This cost another $700. Lastly, just before we got rid of it, the transmission developed an issue with one of its solenoids. Not since a friend owned a Plymouth Voyager has a car been so bad. Luckily this car and the factory that made it have ended just like the Voyager.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2001 Chevrolet Venture?

The 2001 Chevrolet Venture is available in 9 trim levels:

  • LS 1SC Pkg (2 styles)
  • LS Y3G Mobility Pkg (1 style)
  • LT 1SD Pkg w/ABC or ABF (1 style)
  • LT 1SD Pkg w/ABD or ABE (1 style)
  • Plus 1SB Pkg (2 styles)
  • Plus Y3H Mobility Pkg (1 style)
  • Value 1SV Pkg (1 style)
  • Warner Bros 1SE w/ABB (1 style)
  • Warner Bros 1SE w/ABF (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2001 Chevrolet Venture?

The 2001 Chevrolet Venture offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Venture reliable?

The 2001 Chevrolet Venture has an average reliability rating of 3.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2001 Chevrolet Venture owners.

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Venture a good Minivan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2001 Chevrolet Venture. 64.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.0 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.6
  • Interior: 3.7
  • Performance: 3.1
  • Value: 3.1
  • Exterior: 3.4
  • Reliability: 3.0
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