Platinum Front-Wheel Drive Passenger Van
2016 Nissan Quest

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The Nissan Quest fights minivan dullness with satisfying road manners and rewarding driving traits. Passengers will like the Quest's smooth ride, while drivers will appreciate its performance and steering response, and owners will appreciate its fuel economy.

Performance benefits from Nissan's 3.5-liter V6, matched well with a responsive continuously variable transmission. Responsive CVT is considered an oxymoron, but Nissan has some of the best CVTs on the market. The transmission incorporates some pre-programmed virtual shift points, to reduce any rubbery response, which has been the bane of some CVTs. All models are front-wheel drive.

On the whole, the powertrain doesn't struggle or complain. In fact, the entire setup feels quite peppy while propelling such a big vehicle.

Steering delivers good feedback to the driver, while body roll is better curtailed than in other large minivans. Simply put, Quest may offer the best handling among minivans.

Space utilization is disappointing, however. Front-seat passengers get sufficient leg and head room, as well as storage for small items. But sliding side doors don't open wide enough to easily accept large people or objects. A Quest seats only seven passengers, while most rival minivans seat up to eight, though that won't matter to buyers who want a seven-seater. The second-row seats fold forward, but doesn't disappear into the floor and is not removable. The third-row seat does fold flat, but remains in place.

Cargo space totals 35 cubic feet behind the third-row seats, 108 cubic feet with all rear seats folded down, and 64 with the back row folded. Most rival models top 140 cubic feet.

Many consider Quest design to be more adventurous than that of other minivans, helped by an abundance of flared lines up front. At Quest's no-pillar greenhouse and near-vertical tail, there's a similarity to the Ford Flex crossover SUV.

This fourth-generation Quest was introduced as a 2010 model. There are no significant changes for 2016.

Despite family-friendly intentions, safety ratings fall below average. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Quest Good crash-test ratings for front and side impacts, but Acceptable for roof crush. In the small-overlap crash, Quest was among the worst they'd observed.
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The Nissan Quest fights minivan dullness with satisfying road manners and rewarding driving traits. Passengers will like the Quest's smooth ride, while drivers will appreciate its performance and steering response, and owners will appreciate its fuel economy.

Performance benefits from Nissan's 3.5-liter V6, matched well with a responsive continuously variable transmission. Responsive CVT is considered an oxymoron, but Nissan has some of the best CVTs on the market. The transmission incorporates some pre-programmed virtual shift points, to reduce any rubbery response, which has been the bane of some CVTs. All models are front-wheel drive.

On the whole, the powertrain doesn't struggle or complain. In fact, the entire setup feels quite peppy while propelling such a big vehicle.

Steering delivers good feedback to the driver, while body roll is better curtailed than in other large minivans. Simply put, Quest may offer the best handling among minivans.

Space utilization is disappointing, however. Front-seat passengers get sufficient leg and head room, as well as storage for small items. But sliding side doors don't open wide enough to easily accept large people or objects. A Quest seats only seven passengers, while most rival minivans seat up to eight, though that won't matter to buyers who want a seven-seater. The second-row seats fold forward, but doesn't disappear into the floor and is not removable. The third-row seat does fold flat, but remains in place.

Cargo space totals 35 cubic feet behind the third-row seats, 108 cubic feet with all rear seats folded down, and 64 with the back row folded. Most rival models top 140 cubic feet.

Many consider Quest design to be more adventurous than that of other minivans, helped by an abundance of flared lines up front. At Quest's no-pillar greenhouse and near-vertical tail, there's a similarity to the Ford Flex crossover SUV.

This fourth-generation Quest was introduced as a 2010 model. There are no significant changes for 2016.

Despite family-friendly intentions, safety ratings fall below average. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Quest Good crash-test ratings for front and side impacts, but Acceptable for roof crush. In the small-overlap crash, Quest was among the worst they'd observed.
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Retail Price

$43,230 MSRP / Window Sticker Price
Engine 3.5L V-6
MPG 20 City / 27 Hwy
Seating 7 Passengers
Transmission Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD
Power 260 @ 6000 rpm
Drivetrain front-wheel
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