Overview & Reviews

Not much changes on Mazda's minivan. Keyless entry is standard on MPV LX, and the AM/FM/CD/cassette audio system is standard on LX and ES models. Child safety-seat anchors have been added to all MPV models, as have new exterior color choices. The 2.5-liter V6 engine now complies with NLEV emissions standards.

• Roomy interior, versatile seating configurations, sharp exterior styling, agile handling, good visibility.

• Weedy engine, unimpressive interior materials, no traction control available, limited maximum cargo capacity.

User Reviews:

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  Greatest Mini Van on Market for all - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By haasmancinci - February 27 - 2:00 am

  I worried about the small v6 engine and the reveiws, but I dont see the issue. Looks great! Drives Excellently! The leather seats are really comfortable. Im just back from a 17 hour 1100 mile trip and not once did my back feel it. In addition, I drove it in the mountains of Tennesee & Kentucky with little effort on the engine. It is NOT under powered at all. The interior style is very up scale compared to many of the "BEST" rated vans especially the Honda. With the CReports ratings at very high. Buy a ES MPV with no worries. You are smart to do so, and will get the best van on the road period.

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  Love our MPV - the ultimate family taxi - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By Johnny Mac - August 26 - 10:00 am

  Our family loves our MPV. Great size, easy to manuever and holds everything weve needed to haul. The tumble-under third row seat is a great feature. The kids love the working rear windows.

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  Sad to see the coming to an end - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By Ted - July 25 - 10:00 am

  Probably will have to replace the MPV soon, as it is getting up there in miles. It has been a good, reliable family vehicle for almost ten years. Still wish it had more power and a 5- speed automatic. The Ford engine (from the Contour) was the only mechanical challenge. It has a minor oil leak now, and the exhaust manifolds are leaking a bit, making warm-up slightly loader than normal. The van still looks great and rides and handles great, and the interior is tight and solid with no squeaks, rattles or broken/loose parts. Highest quality car I have ever owned, other than the aforementioned engine. I wish Mazda had not discontinued. Will likely go with the new for 2011 Honda Odyssey.

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  Best MiniVan Ever Drove - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By melp - April 25 - 10:00 am

  I like the car-like feel and behavior. Solid body, nimble and fun-to-drive. It has enough power to go zoom zoom.

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  MPV, Great family Van - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By wolfbear9 - September 15 - 10:00 am

  I have had this van for little over 2 years now. It has 35000 on it, and no problems. Its only been in the shop for oil changes and a brake inspection. Easy to drive. Had a ford windstar for 5 years before this vehicle and the MPV is much nicer. Not only is it about 600 pounds lighter then windstar, its also about a foot shorter, so its easier to park and fits in the garage much better. Power rear door windows, cabin filter standard, hide away third seat that folds forward or backwards and all 3 rows of seat recline. 25mpg freeway, handles well. Have hauled over 1100 pounds of building supplies in the back. Great family van.

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  Been a great car- bring it back, Mazda! - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By rwmich - February 5 - 1:30 am

  This has been a great car for 11 years (2001 model), and still going. I have been holding off getting a new car hoping that Mazda will come back with a real minivan- the 5 is too small. I have over 200,000 miles now, and its still going without any major issues. Been thinking about getting something new, but cant justify because this baby keeps on chugging away. It has done the full gamut of use- toting loads of kids to practices and activities, towing my 15 foot sailboat, vacation trips, hauling junk in the cargo zone, canoe on the roof, etc. What a versatile vehicle, and 20 miles per gallon.

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  Poor dads review - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By imapodaddy - July 25 - 3:56 am

  My wife and I love this van. I was surprised on how much it drive like a car. Just like the commercials..."Zoom Zoom". It does feel very sporty yet practical. I would recommend this van to anyone.

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  Mazda MPV - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By nutsywheels - June 11 - 12:26 am

  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.

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  Love my MPV - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By Jackson 5 - December 1 - 2:00 am

  We love our MPV! To me, the MPV is the sports car of mini vans. It looks great and is fun to drive and just gives you that feeling of zoom zoom. Sometimes when your driving and rocking out on the great sounding stereo, youve got to look back and remind yourself that your driving a mini van and have your kids in the back. Love this vehicle. So far, reliability has been great(knock on wood). Im just trying to find out now if there is a way that my MPV can accomodate 3 kids across the 2nd row seats when pushed together. If our family grows out of this van, that will be the saddest part. The MPV Rocks!

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  2001 Mazda MPV - 2001 Mazda MPV
  By JesseB. - May 25 - 2:00 am

  Great Car. Plenty of Power. Easiest MiniVan to parallel park. Milage around town could be better but not horrible.