2012 Nissan Quest

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Rating7.3

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$25,990 - $42,350
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Flat folding second-row seats are a plus

Average cargo room

Satellite radio is standard on a few trims

Slick shifting CVT

Offers only 7-passenger seating

Capacious interiors with ample set of features

Refined and smooth ride quality

Specs & Features

$25,990

price

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of midsize van passenger vans, the 2012 Nissan Quest Minivan is well known. Prices go up to MSRP $42,350, with a total of 4 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the 2012 Nissan Quest offers seating for up to 7 people. There is a single-engine on offer, which is a 3.5L V6 engine, attached to a continuously variable-speed automatic, that makes 260 horsepower, and 240 lb-ft of torque. This returns a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. Despite a curb weight of 4,503 pounds, this engine feels potent enough. Nissan offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the Quest among competitors like the Toyota Sienna, the Honda Odyssey, and the Kia Sedona.

Buying Advice

It is recommended to opt for the LE trim, which has a more advanced set of features than the base trims. Among the additional features are xenon headlamps, blind-spot warning, driver memory functions, power-return third-row seats, second- and third-row sunshades, advanced air filtration, and a navigation system.

Trims

    S
    $25,990 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • 60-40 split-bench Third row seats
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    SV
    $31,050 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    SL
    $34,500 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    LE
    $42,350 onwards
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,990- $42,350

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.3

Horsepower

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

7

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$29,995- $39,650

Gasoline

7.68

283 hp @ 6350 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$20,995- $29,995

Gasoline

7.4

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$28,375- $43,825

Gasoline

8.13

248 hp @ 5700 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$24,900- $29,190

Gasoline

6.95

271 hp @ 6300 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

7

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$19,625- $24,025

Gasoline

7.35

157 hp @ 6000 rpm

163 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

6

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$25,060- $40,570

Gasoline

7.54

187 hp @ 5800 rpm

186 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

7

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2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.5 sec16.6 sec118 mph
    7.3 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    7.6 sec15.9 sec-
    7.7 sec--
    8.3 sec16.2 sec114 mph
    2012 Mazda 5

    Ranked #6

    9.2 sec--

    2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg20 gal.380/480 mi.
      2012 Mazda 5

      Ranked #1

      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/445.2 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg20 gal.380/480 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/527.5 mi.
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg21 gal.378/567 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.

      2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        200.8 in.77.6 in.73 in.6.2 in.118.1 in.
        202.9 in.79.2 in.68.4 in.4.5 in.118.1 in.
        202.8 in.78.7 in.67.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        202.5 in.76.9 in.68.9 in.6.1 in.121.2 in.
        202 in.78.1 in.69.3 in.6.6 in.118.9 in.
        200.2 in.78.2 in.68.9 in.6.5 in.119.3 in.

        2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          25.7 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          39.1 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          38.4 cu.ft.172.5 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.
          32.2 cu.ft.172.3 cu.ft.141.5 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.156.1 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.

          2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            108.4 cu.ft.25.7 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.99 ft.
            2012 Mazda 5

            Ranked #2

            -11.7 cu.ft.27.5 cu.ft.60 ft.
            85.8 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.-
            77.1 cu.ft.32.2 cu.ft.141.5 cu.ft.-
            15.1 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.-
            150 cu.ft.39.1 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.-

            2012 Nissan Quest vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1451 lbs.4367 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1398 lbs.4507 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4510 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1340 lbs.4337 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1524 lbs.4374 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1550 lbs.4275 lbs.

              2012 Nissan Quest Minivan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              1

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              92

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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