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2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Full Review
Date Published: 2/20/08
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2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Review
Oldsmobile's SUV. Basically a luxury version of the 4-dr Chevrolet Blazer/GMC Jimmy. All are due to be replaced in early calendar 2001 as '02 models. New versions will be slightly larger and offer a 270hp 6-cyl engine. Current Bravada continues for a shortened '01 model year. Sole powertrain is a V6 engine, automatic transmission. Standard are ABS and Olds' SmartTrak full-time 4WD.
Competition
This is by far the hottest market segment right now. Crowded with more than 20 vehicles, midsize SUVs vary in size and type but nearly all seat five adults and offer V6 or V8 engines. Our Best Buy is the car-based Lexus RX 300. Though it lacks a low range in 4WD mode, it's the most carlike to drive and offers all of the versatility of a truck-based model.
Our Recommended choices are all traditional SUVs: the Dodge Durango, which offers optional third-row seating; the best-selling Ford Explorer clone Mercury Mountaineer; the Teutonic Mercedes-Benz M-Class; the utilitarian Nissan Xterra; and the refined but expensive Toyota 4Runner.
Our Recommended choices are all traditional SUVs: the Dodge Durango, which offers optional third-row seating; the best-selling Ford Explorer clone Mercury Mountaineer; the Teutonic Mercedes-Benz M-Class; the utilitarian Nissan Xterra; and the refined but expensive Toyota 4Runner.
News
A redesigned 2002 Bravada is now hitting the streets, though its long-term future is unclear given the announced phase-out of Oldsmobile products. For more information, see our 2002 Bravada report.
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Fuel economy |
| Cargo room | Rear-seat comfort |
| Ride | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Good, helped by the smooth automatic transmission.
| Base | Class Average |
| 5 | 4.6 |
Good, helped by the smooth automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Echoes that of the 16.5 mpg we averaged in tests of 4WD Blazers.
| Base | Class Average |
| 4 | 3.7 |
Echoes that of the 16.5 mpg we averaged in tests of 4WD Blazers.
Ride Quality
Suspension tuning provides a compliant ride but also allows wallow over big dips.
| Base | Class Average |
| 4 | 3.8 |
Suspension tuning provides a compliant ride but also allows wallow over big dips.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Steering feels a tad numb, handling is less precise than newer rival SUVs.
| Base | Class Average |
| 3 | 3.7 |
Steering feels a tad numb, handling is less precise than newer rival SUVs.
Quietness
Moderate wind and road noise at highway speeds, but engine sounds gruff until it warms up.
| Base | Class Average |
| 3 | 3.7 |
Moderate wind and road noise at highway speeds, but engine sounds gruff until it warms up.
Controls
Basically-good Blazer and Jimmy layout, with large, clear radio and climate controls high in the center of dashboard.
| Base | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.8 |
Basically-good Blazer and Jimmy layout, with large, clear radio and climate controls high in the center of dashboard.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Adequate space, but large hump in the floor cuts into passenger foot room. Seat is too soft for some testers.
| Base | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.9 |
Adequate space, but large hump in the floor cuts into passenger foot room. Seat is too soft for some testers.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Narrow for three adults. Low seat forces uncomfortable knees-up posture. Step-in height is modest, but narrow doorways hinder entry/exit.
| Base | Class Average |
| 3 | 4.4 |
Narrow for three adults. Low seat forces uncomfortable knees-up posture. Step-in height is modest, but narrow doorways hinder entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Generous cargo room. Rear headrests don't have to be removed for seat folding.
| Base | Class Average |
| 7 | 7.5 |
Generous cargo room. Rear headrests don't have to be removed for seat folding.
Value within Class
Though pricey, Bravada has more standard equipment than many rivals. Still, it's an aging design and performs the same as lower-cost Chevy/GMC siblings.
| Base | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.2 |
Though pricey, Bravada has more standard equipment than many rivals. Still, it's an aging design and performs the same as lower-cost Chevy/GMC siblings.
Total Score
| Base | Class Average |
| 44 | 47.3 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 36 | |
| Average Score | 47 | |
| High Score | 64 |
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 08/07/2000
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Base 4-door wagon | $31,760 | $28,743 | $600 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
4.3-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, permanent 4-wheel drive with active electronic transfer case, limited-slip rear differential.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lamps.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/automatic climate control, variable-assist power steering, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, leather upholstery, front bucket seats, 8-way power driver seat w/memory, 8-way power passenger seat, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, overhead storage console (trip computer, compass, map lights, outside temperature indicator, universal garage-door opener), heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, illuminated visor mirrors, intermittent wipers, automatic headlights, cargo cover, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear liftgate, rear privacy glass, fog lights, roof rack.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Front tow hooks, full-size spare tire, 235/70R15 tires, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Option Pkg. 1SB
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Base
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$626
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$538
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OnStar System w/one year service (roadside assistance, emergency services; other services available), automatic day/night driver-side mirror, Towing Pkg.
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Platinum Edition
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Base
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$182
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$157
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Pewter-colored lower bodyside cladding, badging.
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Towing Pkg.
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Base
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$210
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$181
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Heavy-duty flasher lights, 8-wire trailer harness, platform hitch.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Heated front seats
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Base
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$250
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$215
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Power sunroof
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Base
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$800
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$688
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Automatic day/night driver-side mirror
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Base
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$77
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$66
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Bose AM/FM/cassette/CD player w/6-disc CD changer
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Base
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$890
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$765
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Bose sound system
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Base
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$495
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$
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6-disc CD changer
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Base
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$395
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$340
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Steering-wheel radio and climate controls
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Base
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$125
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$108
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Cargo management system
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Base
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$125
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$108
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Gold Pkg.
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Base
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$100
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$86
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Engine block heater
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Base
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$35
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$31
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Special paint
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Base
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$95
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$82
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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White-letter tires
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Base
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$135
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$116
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2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Oldsmobile Bravada 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 107.0 |
| Overall Length, in. | 183.7 |
| Overall Width, in. | 67.8 |
| Overall Height, in. | 64.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4049 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 74.1 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 18.6 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.6 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.1 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.3 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 4.3 /262 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 190 @ 4400 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 250 @ 2800 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 15/20 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Oldsmobile Bravada 4-door wagon |
| Collision | 5 |
| Collision (HLDI) | 64 |
| Front Impact, Driver | 3 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Injury | 5 |
| Injury (HLDI) | 56 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
| Theft | 3 |
| Theft (HLDI) | 84 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/60,000 | GM Protection Plan, see dealer for details. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive
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