Overview & Reviews

A long overdue 250-horsepower V6 engine debuts for 2001, making Pathfinder the most powerful SUV in its class. An interior freshening and more standard goodies, as well as snazzy options like an in-dash navigation system and an entertainment system for rear-seat occupants, are new for 2001. Also added to the LE's options list this fall is the handy All-mode automatic 4WD system from the Infiniti QX4.

• Powerful V6 engine, car-like interior, good reliability record, rear entertainment system option, available Infiniti All-Mode 4WD on LE models.

• Tight rear seat, high price tag, cheap interior bits.

User Reviews:

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  Love my LE - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By jack1619 - June 12 - 2:00 am

  71,000 miles and still runs like new. I love it.

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  Love my Pathfinder LE - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Brooxsy - May 25 - 2:00 am

  I bought this Pathfinder with 46k miles and love it, it is as tight as when it was new; has the Navigation system, but really didnt need want it, but nice to have. It is fun to drive and I cant get it off my wife. Hopefully this summer she will want here Acura TL S- Type back, so I can drive it. My Pathfinder has the entertainment system also and my kids love it.

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  Female Perspective:Rides like a truck... - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By phzcskk - March 2 - 6:06 pm

  only worse. Didnt know its a truck chasis-wish Id paid closer attn @dealership. Feels like spine compresses when u go over the tiniest bump. Nowhere to put purse. Purse/any cargo-no matter where in car-rolls around, contents spill out. I put crates in back to contain groceries etc & they slide around too. Net is useless. Back hatch extremely heavy & takes all my strength to close. Passngr seat has a 1" gap between the seat & seatback. Whatever is put on seat ends up in back floor. Cupholders are too close together. Cell charger in the way when in park. CD player ate a CD while under warranty so dealer had to replace. Hi-test gas. Bad blind spots on both sides. Limited passngr legroom.

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  The Absolute Best! - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By mscam - February 3 - 10:00 am

  I did my "homework" for almost six months before deciding on the "Pathy". It was my first SUV. It was love at first drive - and the love affair continues 19 months later! Handling, style, reliability. Over all "coolness" - its great! I could not have done such a thorough exploration on the various competitive without Edmunds - and the corresponding sites, comments, and info. Edmunds, in turn. Led me to. You cant go wrong with this car (please dont call it a "truck"). It is the BEST!

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  99% Perfect - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By kp - December 9 - 2:16 am

  This is my first Nissan vehicle, and it wont be my last! This thing is incredible, the coldest days of the year it starts with out a problem. Whether its on wet, snow covered, dirt, muddy roads or going uphill downhill or around a tight curve i have never felt unsecure driving it! I have had it now for about 1.5 years and its got about 85k on it and runs like its new! Nice job Nissan

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  Second Pathfinder - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Yoe - November 12 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Pathfinder.The first was 1997,XE, I really miss it. MY third Nissan just sold a Maxima 1982 93000.00 miles no problems.I am happy with it.Cd player ate a cd, dealer installed new one after having this vehicle for 2.5 years.Check engine light a problem took 5 tries to fix.

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  What a beast - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By DK - October 2 - 12:53 pm

  I bought this vehicle used after I wrecked my 99 4Runner and I have not regretted the purchase. It now has 107k and Ive really only had to replace the rear muffler because of rust (I had to replace other things but I was the cause of the other things I replace). It drives amazing and has plenty of power, well a lot more power then my 4Runner. I love to go offroading and this vehicle has aced everything that I have thrown at it. It rides comfortably on the highway and maintaining a certain speed is easy due to its potent v6 engine. Towing is easy though its only rated at 3500 lb for the 5 speed manual. I am hoping to keep this vehicle until it dies!!

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  Other than gas milage, a great car - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By kgcy - September 29 - 10:00 am

  A very fine mid-sized SUV. The only significant flaw is the poor gas milage which is worse than my big old Dodge 3500 van when loaded down.

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  The Best SUV Out There - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By JS123 - September 29 - 10:00 am

  I have driven many different SUVs and this is by far the best overall vehicle out there. It is the best combination of on-road and off-road capabilities. The new engine in 2001 is FANTASTIC! It is easy to see why the Maxima engine is consistenly rated one of the best and Nissan did a great job converting it for an SUV. The Pathfinder has a very smooth and quiet ride on the road (even at highway speeds) but you can make one turn and it is equally comfortable on demanding off-road situations.

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  Dependable, sturdy SUV - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By sanjoy - September 17 - 10:00 am

  Fun SUV on and off the road.