2001 Nissan Altima Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.18/5 Average
96 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

GXE is available with a new Limited Edition package, which includes goodies like an eight-way power driver seat, remote keyless entry, floor mats, special badging and a security system.

Pros:
  • Fun to drive, strong reliability record, big rebates.
Cons:
  • Tinny construction, lacking powertrain refinement, vanilla personality.

User Reviews:

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  • Disappointing - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    I bought this 01 in 2005 with 75K. Its been pretty disappointing from the beginning. The handling is sloppy. I had to replace both motors at a cost of $300 each to the two front windows. That shouldnt have happened. The alternator also went out for another $600. New brake rotors on all four wheels cost another $900. I should have bought a used Camry or Accord (better quality), or a Ford Contour (cheaper, better handling). My parents had a 01 Camry and replaced nothing but the timing belt after 160K. No brakes, no window motors, no alternator. Nothing. The wheel caps are also extremely noisy. Poor quality over all. GM is probably better.

  • Altima 2001 SE - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    I had previously owned Altima GXEs and experienced much better gas mileage with minimal difference in performance. I was disappointed in the gas mileage, about 23MPG, but the car is extremey reliable.

  • Practical and Basic - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    I have owned Nissans since 1979. I dont think they can be beat for reliability/dependability. The Nissan Altima 2001 is no exception to this, only its a really boring car. Its not fun to drive: Less power, poorer handling in wet weather, wider turning radius, and it just looks like a million others. It is so common looking that you lose it in parking lots. Save your money and buy one thats 2002 model year after they changed the design and made it look a whole lot sharper. Why not have looks, performance and dependability instead of just dependability?

  • doing search i found it is the best - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    2.4 liter engine for average size body. good ride

  • doing search i found it is the best - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    2.4 liter engine for average size body. good ride

  • Altima SE, 2001 - 2001 Nissan Altima
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    The car has been a zero defect vehicle. It does everything well. The standard six CD in-dash radio is a delight. the std four wheel disc brakes are excelent as well as the sport suspension. It has been totally reliable so far (30k miles).

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