2001 Mazda B2300 Review (continued)
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Summary

Fresh styling and clever equipment options make Mazda's popular B-Series pickups even more attractive and practical for 2001. The option of a new 207-horsepower V6 engine upgrade propels the B4000 ahead of all import competitors.

New Dual Sport brings a sporty trim variation in monochromatic treatment with the raised suspension of a rugged 4x4 truck.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	B2300 (NA); B3000 ($14,755); B4000 ($19,375)
Engines:	4.0-liter sohc V6
Transmissions:	5-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	standard: ABS, dual front airbags, three-point seatbelts with force-limiting pretensioners, child restraint seat anchor brackets
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In:	Twin Cities, Minnesota; Edison, New Jersey

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	B4000 SE Cab Plus 4 4x4 ($22,220)
Standard Equipment:	limited-slip rear axle, Cab Plus 4 with rear jump seats, two rear access doors, AM/FM/6-disc in-dash CD, power controls for windows, locks, mirrors, remote keyless entry, step tubes, 16-inch aluminum wheels, 245/75/R16 OWL all-terrain tires
Options As Tested (MSRP):
Destination Charge:	560
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	22780
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	207 @ 5250
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	238 @ 3000
Transmission:	5-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	16/20
Wheelbase:	125.9
Length/width/height:	201.7/70.3/67.5
Track, f/r:	58.6/57.3
Turning circle:	43.0
Seating capacity:	4
Head/hip/leg room, f:	39.2/53.8/42.2
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	35.6/15.3/40.3
Cargo volume:
Payload:
Towing capacity:	5900
Suspension, f:	Independent
Suspension, r:	live axle
Ground clearance:	9.97
Curb weight:	3571
Tires:	P245/75R16
Brakes, f/r:	disc/drum with ABS
Fuel capacity:	19.5