2001
Mazda MPV

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  • 4dr DX
    Starts at
    $20,675
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LX
    Starts at
    $22,800
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr ES
    Starts at
    $26,280
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Vehicle Overview
Redesigned for 2000, Mazda’s front-drive minivan gains a few equipment items for 2001. Mazda offered a previous MPV with rear-wheel drive in the 1990s, but the current front-drive edition is considerably different. Three versions are offered: the base DX, midrange LX and top-of-the-line ES. Sales more than doubled during 2001, but the MPV still ranks among the moderately popular minivans.

The LX model gains remote keyless entry for 2001, as well as a three-in-one audio system that includes cassette and CD players. All models add child-safety seat tether anchors.

Exterior
Mazda’s minivan is smaller than those of most rivals — comparable to a regular-length Chevrolet Venture — partly because it’s sold globally. The wheelbase is 111.8 inches, and the MPV measures 187 inches long overall. A sporty GFX appearance package that includes aero body components, spoilers and fog lights is available for the LX and ES.

Interior
Seating for seven is standard. Second-row bucket seats may be slid together to form a two-passenger bench or removed from the vehicle altogether. A “tumble-under” three-person bench in the third row folds right into the floor when it’s not needed, or it can be flipped rearward to serve as a tailgate seat for picnics and outdoor events.

Leather upholstery is standard in the ES and unavailable in the other models. Extra features in the LX include power windows and locks, heated power mirrors, privacy glass and antilock brakes. The ES version has leather seating surfaces, premium nine-speaker audio, an ignition-immobilizing system, 16-inch alloy wheels and seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Under the Hood
All MPV models come with a 2.5-liter dual overhead cam V-6 engine with 170 horsepower and a four-speed-automatic transmission. The engine stems from a design by Ford, which is Mazda’s parent company.


 

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From the cars.com 2001 Buying Guide

2001 Mazda MPV review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Redesigned for 2000, Mazda’s front-drive minivan gains a few equipment items for 2001. Mazda offered a previous MPV with rear-wheel drive in the 1990s, but the current front-drive edition is considerably different. Three versions are offered: the base DX, midrange LX and top-of-the-line ES. Sales more than doubled during 2001, but the MPV still ranks among the moderately popular minivans.

The LX model gains remote keyless entry for 2001, as well as a three-in-one audio system that includes cassette and CD players. All models add child-safety seat tether anchors.

Exterior
Mazda’s minivan is smaller than those of most rivals — comparable to a regular-length Chevrolet Venture — partly because it’s sold globally. The wheelbase is 111.8 inches, and the MPV measures 187 inches long overall. A sporty GFX appearance package that includes aero body components, spoilers and fog lights is available for the LX and ES.

Interior
Seating for seven is standard. Second-row bucket seats may be slid together to form a two-passenger bench or removed from the vehicle altogether. A “tumble-under” three-person bench in the third row folds right into the floor when it’s not needed, or it can be flipped rearward to serve as a tailgate seat for picnics and outdoor events.

Leather upholstery is standard in the ES and unavailable in the other models. Extra features in the LX include power windows and locks, heated power mirrors, privacy glass and antilock brakes. The ES version has leather seating surfaces, premium nine-speaker audio, an ignition-immobilizing system, 16-inch alloy wheels and seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Under the Hood
All MPV models come with a 2.5-liter dual overhead cam V-6 engine with 170 horsepower and a four-speed-automatic transmission. The engine stems from a design by Ford, which is Mazda’s parent company.


 

Reported by Jim Flammang  for cars.com
From the cars.com 2001 Buying Guide

Safety review

Based on the 2001 Mazda MPV 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
5/5

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
3 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 50,000 miles

Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.4
Performance 3.8
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.3

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  • By MPV Fan from South Florida
    Owns this car
    September 30, 2019

    Maintenance is Key to a reliable car.

    Our MPV took us on many a family trip. Also as a daily driver, as with any vehicle, it is important to keep up the maintenance. Oil changes, checking fan belts, hoses, and also the brakes and tires are most crucial. Of course any part can go bad after miles and miles of dedicated service. Cars and trucks are NOT infallible. Another important items to check on any car is headlights, brakelights, and running lights. Our MPV is reliable because we have kept it in good working condition so it has remained a reliable vehicle to count on.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Castillo’s Familia. from New haven, Connecticut.
    Owns this car
    January 27, 2019

    I loved my MPV Mazda has a good engine and transmi

    When I buying this minivan has a 125,000 miles We traveling to Mexico in diferents citys or states Like Veracruz,Acapulco, Puebla,Tlaxcala, and all of this traveling never lets me down now this minivan Has a 344,445 miles and still working perfect I don’t know when she’s going to broke.
    • 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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  • By Svenbob from Lawrenceville, GA
    Owns this car
    September 18, 2016

    Good Value - 2001 MPV LX

    Bought used in 2004 with 35K miles - now has 150K. Only left stranded once, due to failed alternator. Several years ago a coil block failed and we feared the engine was dying, but I was able to replace it and the engine has run well since. CEL for emissions vapor leak has been a problem - both solenoids have been replaced. Replaced O2 sensor as well. Either Front sway bar strut has broken more than once. Also the driver's door electric window regulator failed due to a stripped drive gear - common to these vehicles - replacement gears are available cheaply. And rear hatch strut needed replacing. A/C compressor failed. Some LED lights on gage binacle burned out, but replacement was simple. Rust is an issue - we lived in Ohio 10 years and it shows under the van - but not hazardous at this time. Poorest part of the design is the location of the spare under the car and the cable mechanism to lower it - it rusts and becomes nearly impossible to lower. All told, relatively minor repairs and annoyances for a vehicle that is 15 years old. It has survived two learning drivers and hauling their friends and has been safe and reliable. 25mpg highway / 18 city. Comfortable for trips. Seats six readily and seven if necessary. Good storage particularly with stowaway rear seat. It is relatively low on power (2.5 L engine) but it keeps up with normal traffic well - switching out of overdrive makes a noticeable difference when driving through mountains or needing to pass. I haven't felt that the relatively low power was detrimental. Love the cargo hauling ability and the roof rack which is perfect for my canoe. Have removed middle row seats and folded down rear seat to enable sleeping in the van. When I injured my left knee, the driving position and ease of entry was a blessing. The interior has held up well and the carpet mats and insulation help to keep it quiet and inviting. If purchasing an MPV, the blue book is now low enough to make it attractive even if more than one of the above repairs is needed. I still smile when I get in it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Blais33 from Windham, Maine
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2015

    Truly a great family car!

    My parents bought this car new, and had it my whole life. They bought the 2001 LX version in dark green. It carried us on many family vacations, sat us all comfortably and safely. It never broke down, and when I moved away from home they sold it to me. I traded it in after a year because it had 194,000 miles on it and I needed something four wheel drive due to where I live. The only complaint was the rust on the wheel wells, but eveything worked well even at the day I traded it in with almost 200,000 miles on it! It never broke down when I owned it and started up every morning, even when it was -25 degrees and snowing! If you want a safe, reliable, yet pretty powerful family car this is the one for you!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SoCal from San Diego
    Owns this car
    September 25, 2013

    2001 MPS

    We've had the van since 2001, the base DX model with the roll up windows. We have driven it all over the West and it has never let us down. There have been problems, but name one car that doesn't after 162,000 miles. The engine is still strong as well as the transmission. We have replaced the alternator twice and it is hard on tires and we had issues with the emissions equipment, but nothing out of the ordinary. The size is perfect for 2 kids plus their friends or dogs. Mazdas are not very quite on the road, but this was a base model. My wife has replaced the 2001 with a 2003 MPV, but we are keeping it for beach and dog car. It still has a go 50,000 left in it and the parts are becoming inexpensive.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By RL from Chas,SC
    Owns this car
    July 10, 2013

    Could not be happier with my purchase

    I bought this vehicle new 12 years ago. It's great for traveling with kids. Lots of memories. Underpowered, maybe, but it still pulls my 17' boat no problem. I think the boat weighs more than the van... It's now at 200K miles. Most repairs I can do myself. It shows considerable wear, but that's expected with what it has been thru. Just now replacing the ac compressor. No major work ever needed, even though I have never taken it for the regular maintenance. I don't remember ever having a tune up. SC to NY City and back with blown gasket, limped back into town. Reliable A++++. Lucky I guess. I'm going for 300K unless something major happens. Great car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By rogern1967 from Los Angeleles
    Owns this car
    April 22, 2013

    Dependable, good handling family hauler

    I am the original owner of a 2001 MPV EX. Paid $26k. Now has 150k miles and 12 years of family use. I do all my own servicing and repairs. My wife choose this van because it is more maneuverable than competitors, and the 3rd row seat folding system was also superior to competition. As many pro and owner reviews of this van have stated, the 2.5L engine is over-matched for the van--the engine was designed for a small sedan. As a result, the van uses as much fuel as a larger more generously powered van, but under performs under a full load or towing. That said, the engine has been very dependable, with the only problems being a few nagging oil leaks which started at around 60k miles. Radiator was replaced around 100k. My van has dual Air Conditioning. This system is used frequently and has been completely trouble free--great system! The 4-speed auto transmission in the van needed to be rebuilt at around 110k, which is fairly typical. All other systems have received scheduled maintenance and have been trouble free. Only device not working is the CD player--it won't read a disk. My leather wrapped steering wheel has worn and looks awful--as does my the armrest on the driver's seat. I replaced the starter just recently--around 145k miles. Rear tailgate and both sliding doors (all manual) have been completely trouble free--quite a different story compared to what owners of other brand minivans with power doors share. Fuel economy maxes at about 23 on long trips, around town expect mid teens. If you buy good quality tires, they will last 40k. This Mazda has been a dependable family hauler. We bought it for its clever 3rd row seat and good handling. It remains trusted and dependable after 12 years.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By TestyTess from Kansas City Metro Area
    Owns this car
    December 19, 2012

    We LOVE our MPV!

    We bought this minivan in 2006 and have never regretted it. Aside from an outside door handle that broke off (my daughter was sure it was unlocked), and the visor clips (like every car I've owned), nothing inside or outside has failed. In cold weather we get a loud hum that almost sounds like a horn, but just have to rev the engine or change in/out of gear and it stops; no one has ever figured it out but it doesn't cause any problems. It has almost 180k miles and I never want to replace it! Gets near mpg city, more on highway. A little smaller than other minivans, easier to park or fit in garage but not more crowded inside somehow. I LOVE it.
    • 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 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mazda fan from Torrance CA
    Owns this car
    May 25, 2011

    I am glad I bought this car

    I bought this 10-year old car with with only 52k miles on it after my beloved 98 Honda Odyssey developed transmission problems. This car is smooth handling, fast enough for average needs, tall but narrow and handles like a passenger car. I love it. I drove from Los Angeles to San Francisco lately and it was perfect and trouble free. A good value. Japanese-made, though the engine is actually a Ford Duratec engine, as I recall. I am very happy with my car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • 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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  • By Samican from Florida
    Owns this car
    February 22, 2011

    Tranny NIGHTMARE

    Don't do it this van will drive you nuts. Today I found out I need my 3rd transmission and thats just f ing crazy. The door handle fell of the other day while my 5'3" wife was opening the door. Its loud as heck compared to other models in its range. And Mazda does know of all the tranny problems and won't do a thing to help. Look up all the law suits out against mazda because of their faulty trannys. They don't care. Please I beg you go with a different vehicle any other vehicle just not this one !!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Ah Dee from Bay area, CA
    Owns this car
    June 28, 2010

    Equippment

    (1) Add the hitch on the rear for all models; (2) Add to install the sunshine block roll inside the frame of all doors.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MK from Philadelphia, PA
    Owns this car
    July 21, 2009

    An OK Minivan

    My family have owned this minivan for 8 years. We have the ES version. The van looks beautiful from the outside and from the inside. It apparently have a few negative sides to it. First of all, the engine is not strong enough for the van it only has 160hp. You can really feel the performance come down when you turn on the AC or if you have a full load of passengers/luggage. Another negative thing about this van has to do with the transmission. It is a 4 speed transmission so if you are on a high way and lets say you are going at 70-75 mph the engine is working hard, about 3000-3250 rpm. I believe this is unnecessarily puts strain on the engine. Also the gear ration on the van is not that great, especially the first and second gears. Other than these issues, the van looks and runs great. Just make sure that you maintain it on time i.e. engine oil, transmission, brakes, spark plugs etc. Like the other reviews, if you are not planning on packing this van up..it will be okay.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2001 Mazda MPV?

The 2001 Mazda MPV is available in 3 trim levels:

  • DX (1 style)
  • ES (1 style)
  • LX (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2001 Mazda MPV?

The 2001 Mazda MPV offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 23 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 Mazda MPV reliable?

The 2001 Mazda MPV has an average reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2001 Mazda MPV owners.

Is the 2001 Mazda MPV a good Minivan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2001 Mazda MPV. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 3.8
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.3
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