2012 Nissan NV Cargo

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Rating7.8

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Fullsize Van
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$25,050 - $32,800
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Numerous available configurations

Cabin's filled with hard plastics

All-new model

Impressive payload and towing capabilities

Strong and fuel-efficient turbocharged gasoline engines

Pleasant road manners for a van

Specs & Features

$25,050

price

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

horsepower

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic

transmission

4.0L 6cyl RWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world of cargo vans, the 2012 Nissan NV Cargo Van is a well-known name. Belonging to the fullsize van segment, the Nissan NV competes with the Chevrolet Express Cargo Van and the GMC Savana Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around an MSRP of $25,050. With 3 trims on offer with three load ratings and 2 roof heights, prices reach around $30,250. Traditionally offered bareboned, cargo vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The standard engine on offer is a 4.0L V6 mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. This engine makes 261 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 317 horsepower producing 5.6L V8 engine on the 2500 and 3500 rating models. This engine is also mated to a 5-speed transmission and makes 317 horsepower and 385 lb-ft of torque.

Buying Advice

The SV trim is the most desirable trim as it adds chrome exterior accents, full power features, upgraded audio, cruise control ,and rear park assist. You can also opt for options like rear door windows, a glass breakage sensor, a rearview camera and a Technology package (which includes satellite radio, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and a rearview camera).

Trims

    1500 S
    $25,050 onwards
    • 17-inch silver steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth/Vinyl Seat trim
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    2500 S
    $26,050 onwards
    • Auxiliary audio jack
    1500 SV
    $26,650 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Parking assist
    • Remote keyless entry
    2500 SV
    $27,650 onwards
    • 4-Speaker audio system
    • Cruise control
    3500 S
    $28,650 onwards
    • Electric rear window defogger
    • Front Reading/Map Lamps
    3500 SV
    $30,250 onwards
    • Bluetooth audio streaming
    • Rearview camera

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,050- $32,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.83

Horsepower

317 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque

385 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

Capacity

2

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$28,940- $46,940

Gasoline

6.6

310 hp @ 5200 rpm

334 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

8

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$25,090- $42,745

Gasoline

7.15

195 hp @ 4600 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

2

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$26,630- $35,620

Gasoline

7.97

225 hp @ 4800 rpm

286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

8

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$26,595- $46,940

Gasoline

6.65

324 hp @ 4700 rpm

373 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

-

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$25,090- $42,745

Gasoline

7.61

195 hp @ 4600 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

2

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$31,690- $37,390

Gasoline

7.33

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

12

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2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    9.8 sec19.5 sec110 mph
    7.9 sec16.3 sec128 mph
    10.1 sec-80 mph
    10.1 sec--
    10.2 sec-138 mph
    11 sec20.4 sec108 mph

    2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      ---28 gal.-
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg31 gal.465/620 mi.
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg31 gal.465/620 mi.
      13 mpg16 mpg14 mpg33 gal.455/560 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg14 mpg31 gal.403/527 mi.
      ---28 gal.-

      2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        240.6 in.79.9 in.83.9 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        244.1 in.79.2 in.82.8 in.7.7 in.155 in.
        240.6 in.79.9 in.84 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.83.7 in.7.4 in.135 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.83.7 in.7.4 in.135 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.83.7 in.7.4 in.135 in.

        2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          234.1 cu.ft.75.2 cu.ft.7.2 cu.ft.
          65.8 cu.ft.-252.8 cu.ft.
          18.9 cu.ft.-120.7 cu.ft.
          34.3 cu.ft.172 cu.ft.236.5 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.
          92.1 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.216.2 cu.ft.

          2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            7.2 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.7.2 cu.ft.-
            100.7 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.236.5 cu.ft.-
            6.6 cu.ft.92.1 cu.ft.216.2 cu.ft.362 ft.
            252.8 cu.ft.65.8 cu.ft.252.8 cu.ft.79 ft.
            4.9 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.362 ft.
            15 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.-

            2012 Nissan NV Cargo vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
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              7000 lbs.2759 lbs.5791 lbs.
              7000 lbs.2820 lbs.5679 lbs.
              6700 lbs.2259 lbs.4918 lbs.
              6700 lbs.2332 lbs.4918 lbs.
              6200 lbs.2823 lbs.6697 lbs.
              6200 lbs.1532 lbs.5644 lbs.

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