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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  Its been a great vehicle - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Lisa - October 1 - 4:13 pm

  I bought my Pathfinder new, and although I am about ready to trade it in, I have loved everything about it from the day I got it. It rides well, it handles well, it still looks great.

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  Never Again - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By DL - July 21 - 8:56 pm

  Various sensors always seem to be burning out, especially O2 sensors. Ive gone thru 5 in the last 2 years. I also had the CD changer replaced 4 times. If youre going to buy one of these get the extended warranty! I wish I had splurged and bought the MDX. At 35,000 I got backed into by a dump truck and it has never ridden right since. Cant really blame the vehicle for this, but after 8 trips you would think the dealer could fix the horrible vibration. Ill keep this as a beater and buy a fun car to drive.

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  stuck in the middle again - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By PhilG - July 21 - 10:00 am

  This is the best riding of all mid? size SUVs. Handles fair, plenty of power, and very comfortable seating. Short on luggage capacity, and light on build quality, it is nonetheless the best of a dying breed of 5 passenger (really 4) SUVs. Transmission and window operation are its biggest quirks. The Automatic likes to upshift at inapropriat times and in my estimation is dangerous.

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  Great vehicle - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By dbhons - July 14 - 2:00 am

  The Pathfinder is an easy driving vehicle; handles well on the road, including in turns (better than anything else we test drove). Going up into mountains and canyons, towing a SeaDoo (about 1,000 pounds), camping "stuff" on the top and inside the car, is no problem. Plenty of spare energy and torque. The Pathfinder comes with a lot of standard items that are GOOD; i.e. disk changer and sound system, running boards, tow setup, extra 12V plugs, etc.

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  Be ware of this vehicle!! - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By soc77mai - July 10 - 2:36 pm

  I am very dissapoinded in my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE. I traded a 97 GMC Jimmy, and I am sorry I did. On the Nissan, the exhaust system gave out, a coil burnt out, all four O2 sensors have been replaced, and the check engine light will not stay off. I even changed the spark plugs, that did not solve the check engine problem. This vehicle has failed inspection two of the three years I have owned it, and I service it by the book! The gas mileage is awfull ( I do 55 to save fuel) and it still costs $70 dollars a week to fill it! Below 35 degrees,the windows will not roll up without me pushing on them, and below 10 forget it. I will never buy a Nissan again.

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  Solid car - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Bill - June 27 - 3:50 am

  Ive owned this pathfinder since it was new and have had very few problems. The alarm goes off for no reason fairly regularly and the rear latch isnt great...you really have to slam it to make it latch. Other than that all Ive done is changed fluids and brake pads. Overall I would say its the most reliable car Ive ever owned and it performs better than any other SUV Ive ever driven. The sound system is excellent as well. I dont love the car, but I would advise anyone to get one.

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  NOT WHAT EXPECTED - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By caesar - June 10 - 2:00 am

  I just bought the vehicle and I have had several annoying problems. It has 28,000 miles on it and the steering wheel vibrates. I took it back to Nissan and they balanced the tires but it still vibrates. The transmission always seems to "clunk" into gear just after take off. The tranny also slips first thing after a start up. Once it warms up it seems to be fine. Im thinking of returning this junker. Also the gas pedal too touchy.

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  Check Engine Light Problems - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By rjd44 - May 20 - 3:26 pm

  This is my second Pathfinder. They are nice looking vehicles and fun to drive. Poor mileage. My son has my 97 and still running great with 157K and using no oil. I now have 123K on my 2001 and is running well except for ongoing check engine light problems that no one seems to be able to fix. The check engine light has been on continuously for 4 years now. Ive had O2 sensors, mass air flow sensors, cat converters, coils, etc.. This is frustrating! With all the problems of this kind listed in these reviews, why has this not been a recall?

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  Fun, Reliability and Luxury in One - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Konopasek - May 3 - 10:00 am

  The 2001 Nissan Pathfinder is a great choice for SUV lovers who demand only the best, but refuse to pay $50,000 for another manufacturer. Ive not had any problems with this vehicle whether it be mechanical or cosmetic. The auto 4WD feature performs well in adverse conditions. Although it is a V6, it is a powerful 240-hp V6 that Ive used to pull a Ford extended cab pick-up, with a trailer attached and loaded, up a muddy incline. The interior features are very nice in the LE model and as a person who is 63" tall, I have virtually no problem with legroom or headroom.

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  Pathfinder - 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
  By vernon - April 3 - 10:00 am

  This is my second Pathfinder. It has a wonderful drive, holds my family and large dogs. We go everywhere. It is even towed behind our motorhome! It has been a great vehicle.