2012 Nissan NV Passenger

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Rating7.3

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Fullsize Van
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$31,690 - $37,390
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Versatile and practical cabin

The armrests have hard plastics

All-new model introduced for 2012

Spacious cabin with a 12-passenger seating capacity

Numb steering feel

User-friendly center console

Specs & Features

$32,590

price

317 hp @ 5200 rpm

horsepower

385 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic

transmission

5.6L 8cyl RWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of fullsize van passenger vans, the 2012 Nissan NV Passenger Van is well known. Prices go up to an MSRP of $37,390, with a total of 3 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the NV offers seating for up to 12 people. The standard engine on offer is a 4.0L V6 mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. and makes 261 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 5.6L V8 for an additional $900. This engine is also mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission, making 317 horsepower and 385 lb-ft of torque. Nissan offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the NV among competitors like the Ford E-Series Wagon, the Chevrolet Express Van, and the GMC Savana Van.

Buying Advice

The mid-range SV trim offers a good balance of comfort and practicality by offering, an eight-way power driver seat, a front center console, chrome-clad steel wheels and other exterior trim, six speakers, rear parking sensors, manual lumbar, interior carpeting, and rear map lights.

Trims

    3500 S
    $31,690 onwards
    • 17-Inch wheels
    • Air conditioning
    • Auxiliary audio jack
    • Rear privacy glass
    • Tilt steering wheel
    3500 SV
    $33,890 onwards
    • Cruise control
    • Driver seat manual lumbar support
    • Keyless entry
    • Rear parking sensors
    3500 SL
    $37,390 onwards
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$31,690- $37,390

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.33

Horsepower

317 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque

385 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

Capacity

14

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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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$25,050- $32,800

Gasoline

7.83

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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2012 Nissan NV Passenger vs competitor's 0-60

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

    2012 Nissan NV Passenger 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 mpg17 mpg14 mpg31 gal.403/527 mi.
      13 mpg16 mpg14 mpg33 gal.455/560 mi.
      ---28 gal.-

      2012 Nissan NV Passenger vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        240.6 in.79.9 in.84 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.83.9 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 Passenger vs competitor's trunk space

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

          2012 Nissan NV Passenger vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            133.5 cu.ft.18.9 cu.ft.120.7 cu.ft.75 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.-
            100.7 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.236.5 cu.ft.-
            7.2 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.7.2 cu.ft.-
            6.6 cu.ft.92.1 cu.ft.216.2 cu.ft.362 ft.

            2012 Nissan NV Passenger vs competitor's towing capacity

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

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