2001MazdaMilleniaMazda Millenia2001 Mazda Millenia SSedanSedanFWDHofo, JapanMazda has strengthened the Millenia's body structure to improve torsional rigidity 30 percent. Combined with a new rear stabilizer bar and a larger front stabilizer bar, improved handling is the result. Visually, the car should be more appealing thanks to new front and rear styling. The interior has been updated significantly, as well. Hardware changes include larger disc brakes, a revised ABS system and standard side airbags for both models.Improved exterior styling and interior design, supercharged Millenia S engine, competitive price.Cramped interior, no navigation system available, aging platform.The Mazda Millenia leads a dual-purpose life. It comes in two versions: the Millenia and the Millenia S. In terms of price, the base Millenia competes against cars like the Honda Accord EX V6 and the Nissan Maxima, while the Millenia S goes up against sporty entry-level luxury cars like the Audi A4, Acura TL and Lincoln LS V6. The Millenia has been around in its current iteration since 1995. To keep the car fresh, Mazda has updated the 2001 car's styling and made minor mechanical changes. Never a standout in terms of styling, the Millenia's new hood, fenders, bumper, grille and headlights should help matters. The rear end also gets new taillights. Inside, Mazda has ditched the cloth interior on base Millenias and made leather trim standard equipment. It has also given the Millenia a new silhouetted gauge cluster that is similar in design to those found in Lexus vehicles. There's also an upgraded audio system, a new center console with dual-level storage, a leather armrest cover, a 12-volt power point and dual covered cupholders. Materials are better thanks to a new two-tone interior color scheme; a leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob and parking brake; and cloth-covered A-pillars. Rounding things out are larger control switch graphics, power lumbar support, rear-seat cupholders and retained accessory power. As was the case last year, traction control and heated front seats are part of the Four-Seasons package. The main difference between the Millenia and Millenia S is their engines. The base Millenia is powered by a 2.5-liter V6 that makes 170 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 160 foot-pounds of torque at 4,800 rpm. The supercharged 2.3-liter V6 in the Millenia S makes 210 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 210 foot-pounds of torque at 3,500 rpm. Both are equipped with four-speed automatic transmissions. Mazda says powertrain improvements have given the Millenia smoother transmission shifts and the Millenia S better acceleration. The Millenia's 170 horsepower is a bit wanting, so best to step up to the Millenia S if you're looking for power. Acceleration is strong, and because of the Miller-cycle supercharged design, gas mileage remains frugal. On the road, the Millenia's suspension does a good job of soaking up broken pavement. Mazda says it has improved the 2001 car's steering, suspension and body structure for greater stability and response. Acura TL-SeriesChrysler 300MLincoln LSPontiac Bonneville350,000350,000350,0005UnlimitedNANANA62.3 litersV6210 hp @ 5300 rpm210 ft-lbs. @ 3500 rpm189.9 in.69.7 in.54.9 in.3355 lbs.108.3 in.37.9 in.36.5 in.55.1 in.54.2 in.53 in.55.7 in.43.3 in.34.1 in.13.3 cu.ft.StandardStandardNot AvailableStandardNot AvailableStandardNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested18 gal.20 mpg / 28 mpg360 mi. / 504 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$28,340$31,0257.35%$480N/A2% of the Base MSRPBASE (4A): 2.5L V6 DOHC MPI 24-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up converter; 90 amp alternator; front-wheel drive, 4.38 axle ratio; partial stainless steel exhaust with tailpipe finisher; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rear independent multi-link suspension with rear coil springs, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering with engine-speed-sensing assist; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 18 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers; body-colored bodyside cladding, rocker panel extensions; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen headlamps with auto-off feature; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored heated folding outside mirrors; 16" x 6.5" silver alloy wheels, P215/55VR16 BSW A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; air conditioning with climatecontrol; AM/FM stereo, seek-scan, cassette player, single-disc CD player, 6 speakers, window grid diversity antenna, radio steering wheel controls; cruise control with steering wheel controls; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry, child-safety rear door locks, power remote trunk release, power remote fuel door release; 1 power accessory outlet, front lighter element, driver's foot rest, smokers' package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, in-dash clock, exterior temp, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, door ajar; driver's and passenger's front airbags, driver's and front passenger's seat-mounted side airbags; ignition disable, panic alarm, security system; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down function; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, frontbucket seats with adjustable tilt headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's seat includes 8-way power adjustment, 2-way power lumbar support, front passenger's seat includes 4-way power adjustment; rear bench seat with fixed headrests, center pass-thru armrest; height-adjustable front seatbelts; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, leather-wrapped gearshift knob, simulated wood door panel insert, simulated wood console insert, chrome interior accents; interior lights include dome light with fade, front and rear reading lights, door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel with power tilt adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors, driver's side auxiliary visor; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, 2 seatback storage pockets, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light; chrome grille, chromeside window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and body-colored door handles.
S (4A) (in addition to or instead of P (4A) equipment): 2.3L V6 DOHC MPI intercooled supercharged 24-valve engine, requires premium unleaded fuel; 110-amp alternator; traction control, 3.81 axle ratio; power sliding and tilting glass sunroof with sunshade; 17" x 7" silver alloy wheels, P215/50VR17 BSW A/S tires; 9 premium speakers, amplifier; front passenger's seat includes 8-way power seat; rear bench seat with adjustable headrests; leather seats and vinyl door trim insert.