Overview & Reviews
A 20th Anniversary edition includes the 227-horsepower version of the standard 3.0-liter V6 from the Infiniti I30, as well as goodies like bronze-lensed headlight covers, a body kit, ersatz carbon-fiber interior trim, drilled metal pedals and a number of features normally optional on the SE. This special model also gets an exclusive color: Majestic Blue. A new Meridian package is optional on all Maximas, bundling side-impact airbags and a low washer fluid indicator with heated front seats and side mirrors, as well as special trunk lid trim. Adding optional traction control to the SE or GLE results in a Z Edition Maxima, for some zany reason.
- Silky and powerful V6 engine, sports car moves, room for the whole family.
- Odd styling details, high price, rough ride quality with SE suspension.
User Reviews:
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SE 2001 - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By sog - July 9 - 2:00 amThis car looks good, handles well,good gas milage, plenty of power, all comfort features, excellent sound system. One of the better cars that I have owned.
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RELIABLE - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By southwest7 - May 30 - 10:00 pmI have 226,000 miles on my Maxima, and wouldnt hesitate to go on a road trip in it right now. The need for the catalytic converter to be replaced is about the most expensive thing Ive experienced, which doesnt affect the performance of car, just satisfying emissions needs. Otherwise just a radiator, alternator, shocks/struts and starter needed replacement after 100,000 miles which is to be expected for a 13year old car. It starts and runs no problem, All my Nissans have been good reliable vehicles.
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Not very happy with car - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By samantha - February 21 - 10:06 pmThis car has the turning radius of a semi. It also has a very rough ride.
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Not a Honda in any way shape or form - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By Dutch - January 17 - 5:23 amBought a fully loaded GLE Meridian edition with every option that was available. Compared to my other car a 2001 Honda Accord EX V6, the Maxima is bigger and more powerful. The Accord on the other hand has been bullet-proof reliable only going back to the dealer for a malfunctioning clock. The Maxima however has had all 6 engine sensors replaced and now I am dealing with the infamous wheel bearing issues. Waiting to find out if the dealer will honor the warranty and cover them. Based on the lack of reliability I would have reservations recommending this car.
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Great Max - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By Guantanamo - December 25 - 2:00 amWhen it came time to replace my 93 Maxima (with 175,000 miles on it) it only made sense to give Nissan another try -- and boy am I glad I did. The 2001 Max is better in every way - bigger, roomier, faster, and more powerful. Its comfortable for long trips, has great front and rear passenger room, and the V-6 is one of the best on the planet.
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Gotta Love It - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By AE SEoulchild - November 26 - 10:00 amI considered several other cars before purchasing this one. Some of the cars that I thought about were the Infiniti I30/I35, Lexus ES300, and the BMW 528i. I chose the Max because for the money I got everything I wanted plus more and I saved thousands by not buying the others. The car is fun to drive, has a great stereo system, and looks awesome. With the AE my max stands out from other Maxima owners because of the subtle extra features such as the ground effects kit and 20th Anniversary badges. Both of my roommates have Lexus GS400s and I have their approval with the Max, and they are the hardest critics I know!
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Love the 20th anniversary edition - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By wyatt808 - November 19 - 10:00 amAwesome car, but i bought it from a bad previous owner who put a tremendous amount of miles on it in the year before i bought it. It needed new rotors, brake pads, belts, & MAF. Eventually it needed 2 o2 sensors, but they were due anyway and are cheap. If you get drilled & slotted rotors, you should have no problems with warping.
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Best in class - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By fchild - November 12 - 2:00 amThis car is just best in its class. For under-30K price middle-to-full size sedan it makes perfect choice for mid-age family man.
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Great car for the money - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By Vinay - November 7 - 10:00 amI just bought the Maxima GXE. So far, its been great...handles very well for a car its size. Interior room is aplenty, and the dashboard layout is much better than the new Altima I was considering. It doesnt have the frills (spoiler, rims, sunroof) but has the same engine as the other trims, and the car moves its weight very well! Its too early for a reliability estimate, but by all indications it should be excellent. Overall, a the best car for this price range.
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Great all-around performance car - 2001 Nissan Maxima
By dude_472 - September 11 - 10:00 amI love this car and never doubt that it will perform in extreme situations. I go through front tires every year so you can imagine how aggressively I drive it. I had this car at very high speeds, including turns, and never lost control; it slides beautifully through the turn. The suspension seems soft and suspect on turns, but the compression is set nicely so that it holds...just have to get the feel. No problems with the engine after 50000 hard miles. Ive gone through 3 sets of breaks and 14 tires already ($$$) but that was my fault, not the cars. There really isnt much you can be unsatisfied with for the money. Had it for 4 years and plan to keep it for 4 more or so (sell@100K).
