2001OldsmobileIntrigueOldsmobile Intrigue2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue GXSedanSedanFWDFairfax, KSThe Intrigue receives only minor changes for 2001, including two new exterior colors and a standard air filtration system. The OnStar driver assistance system is now standard on GLS models while Precision Control System equipped models receive exterior "PCS" badging. Cleanly styled inside and out, available stability control, good-sized trunk.Poorly constructed and creaky, rear seat room tight for adults, unproven reliability record.Since being introduced in the 1998 model year, the Intrigue has played a key role in helping Oldsmobile redefine its struggling brand identity. Aimed squarely at the imports, Intrigue features a functional sedan design inside and out that delivers a minimum of glitz and a maximum of ergonomic operation. Providing tight space for five adults, the Intrigue offers acceptable interior room without abulky exterior size or hefty curb weight. Built off a rigid structural backbone, Olds gave its midsize front-driver four-wheel independent suspension, disc brakes and ABS. The GX is a fully equipped base model, while moving up to the GL nets extras such as a dual-zone air conditioner, fog lamps, keyless entry and upgraded mirrors, seats and sound system. The GLS pops for top-of-the-line items such as a now standard OnStar vehicle assistance system, leather, fake wood trim, and a CD player. Need more pizzazz? The gold exterior badge package and special Sterling (as in silver) Edition model offered in 2000 remain available for 2001. All models receive a standard air filtration system for 2001. All Intrigues are now powered by GM's 24-valve 3.5-liter V6 (based on the Aurora V8) that sends a torquey 215 horsepower through a four-speed electronically controlled transaxle. Last year the Intrigue debuted the PCS driver control system that uses sensors to measure the speed of each wheel as well as steering and yaw angles. If a panic stop, quick swerve or slick pavement forces the car into a skid, the system hydraulically adjusts the individual ABS unit(s) needed to bring the car back under control. Driving the Intrigue feels more like driving an import thana typical Oldsmobile. Speed-sensitive steering offers good feedback, and the brake pedal is easy to modulate. Seats are comfy and supportive. While the car is fairly big, it doesn't feel like it from the driver's seat, thanks to responsive handling and good visibility. Hoever, the speed-sensitive steering can be rather schizophrenic when its ratio and weighting change in mid corner. Understated styling provides strong family ties to the flagship Aurora in the headlights, front fascia and rear quarters. And Intrigue's twin-cam V6 not only provides stout acceleration and good fuel economy, but it does so without the need for premium fuel, unlike many other performance-oriented V6 powerplants in this class. Pricing is in line with the Toyota Camry LE and XLE V6, the Nissan Maxima SE and GLE, and the Mercury Sable LS. Offering style, room and power, the Oldsmobile Intrigue is one sedan priced in the mid-20s that shoppers should at least test drive when searching for their next family sedan. Chevrolet ImpalaHonda AccordMercury SableToyota Camry336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA63.5 litersV6215 hp @ 5500 rpm230 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm195.9 in.73.6 in.56.6 in.3434 lbs.109 in.39.3 in.37.4 in.58 in.57 in.55.6 in.54.8 in.42.4 in.36.9 in.16.4 cu.ft.StandardStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableOptionalOptionalRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested18 gal.19 mpg / 28 mpg342 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.$20,491$22,3957.35%$610N/A3% of the Total MSRPGX (4A): 3.5L V6 DOHC SMPI 24-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up; 690 amp battery with run down protection; 105 amp alternator; front-wheel drive, 3.05 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; touring ride suspension, front independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rear independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs, gas-pressurized rear shocks; power rack-and-pinion steering with vehicle 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 molding rocker panel extensions; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights, delay-off feature; additional exterior lights include cornering lights; driver's and passenger's power remote black folding outside mirrors; 16" x 6.5" silver finish aluminum wheels silver finish aluminum;P225/60SR16 BSW touring A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; air conditioning, air filter, rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan, cassette, 4 speakers, auto equalizer, theft deterrent, window grid antenna; cruise control with steering wheel controls; power door locks, child safety rear door locks, power remote hatch/trunk release, power remote fuel release; 2 power accessory outlets, driver's foot rest, retained accessory power; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, systems monitor, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, service interval; driver's and passenger's front airbags; ignition disable; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with adjustable headrests, centerarmrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment; rear bench seat with fixed headrests, center armrest; front height adjustable seatbelts; cloth seats, vinyl door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, plastic/rubber gearshift knob; interior lights include dome light with fade, front and rear reading lights, illuminated entry; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; vanity mirrors, dual auxiliary visors; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, instrument panel covered bin, 2 seat back storage pockets, driver's and passenger's door bins, rear door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light; chrome side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and body-colored door handles.
GL (4A) (in addition to or instead of GX (4A) equipment): Traction control; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored folding outside mirrors; dual zone front air conditioning with climate control; cassette, single CD, 6 performance speakers, radio steering wheel controls; power door locks with 2 stage unlock, remote keyless entry; instrumentation display includes exterior temp, systems monitor; panic alarm; driver's seat includes 6-way power seat, 8-way adjustment; 60/40 folding rear bench seat with fixed headrests; leather-wrapped gearshift knob; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors and cargo net.
GLS (4A) (in addition to or instead of GL (4A) equipment): Emergency S.O.S. (OnStar); instrumentation display includes compass; tracker system; heated-cushion driver's and passenger's seats, passenger's seat includes 6-way power seat, 8-way adjustment; leather seats, leatherette door trim insert, simulated wood door panel insert, simulated wood console insert and auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror.