2001 Nissan Altima SE MT
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- Photo: 1999 Nissan Altima GXE, Front left, 01-26-2026 by 2000chevymontecarlo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: '98-'99 Nissan Altima by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Nissan Altima GXE rear 5.20.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Nissan Altima GXE in Opal Blue Metallic, Rear Left, 10-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Nissan Altima SE MT is a 155-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual w/od and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,640 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 155 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 156 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Altima measures 186.0 inches long on a 103.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,962 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,640 ($34,207 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L I4 (KA24DE), gas, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 156 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Injection Type | SMPI (Sequential Multi-Port Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual w/OD |
| 1st Gear | 3.29 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.85 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.21 |
| 4th Gear | 0.95 |
| 5th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 3.43 |
| Final Drive | 3.82 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut w/coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent strut w/coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.83 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.63 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.0 in x 0.87 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.2 in x 0.35 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.0 in (aluminum alloy) |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.0 in (aluminum alloy) |
| Tires Front | P205/55HR16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55HR16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186 in |
| Width | 69.1 in |
| Height | 56 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Front Track | 59.3 in |
| Rear Track | 58.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,962 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.8 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.6 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Nissan Altima SE MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Nissan ALTIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 14, 2007 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. DS517-B001L AND DS517-B001R, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OPTICEL SURFACE OF THE REFLECTOR IS CORRODED INHIBITING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE UPPER AND LOWER BEAMS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: EAGLE EYES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 11, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EAGLE EYES AT 1-800-568-1098.
NHTSA campaign 07E074000
Feb 23, 2001 · TIRES:TREAD/BELT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE FIREHAWK GTA-02 , SIZE P205/55R16 89H TIRES. THE RECALLED TIRES ARE IDENTIFIED BY DOT SERIAL #W2 T2 VF3 XXX OR W2 T2 VF3 XXXX; WHERE XXX MAY BE 289, 299, 309, 319, 329, 339, 349, 359, 369, 379, 389, 399, 409, 419, 429, 439, 449, 459, 469, 479, 489, 499, 509, 519, 529, 010, 020, 030, 040, 050, 060, 070, 080, 090, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 170, AND WHERE XXXX MAY BE 1800, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500, 2600, 2700, 2800, 2900, 3000, 3100, 3200, 3300, 3400, 3500, 3600, 3700, 3800, 3900, 4000, 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, AND 4500. WITH INCREASING MILEAGE, THE TIRES MAY DEVELOP SHOULDER AREA CRACKING. CONTINUED USE OF A TIRE WITH THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE OF THE BELT EDGE.
Consequence: UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, A BELT EDGE SEPARATION IS POSIBLE, WHICH COULD RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE.
Remedy: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE WILL REPLACE THE TIRES WHICH WERE INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON THESE ALTIMA VEHICLES. FIRESTONE IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED FIRESTONE DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE AT 1-800-465-1904.
NHTSA campaign 01V065000
168 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Nissan ALTIMA
Owner Complaints
168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Nissan ALTIMA (23 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 60 |
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Suspension | 19 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Visibility | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 NISSAN ALTIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.