2013 Nissan Quest

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Rating7.1

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Compact Van
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$25,990 - $42,640
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Sharp handling for a van

Cargo space is relatively less

It sees some minor features revisions for 2013

Spacious cabin for 7 passengers

Maneuverability can be a bit difficult in tight spaces

Smooth ride quality over any road conditions

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 vans, the 2013 Nissan Quest van is well known. It gives you the capacity to seat 7 people for a starting price of MSRP $25,990. Prices go all the way up to an MSRP of $42,640, with a total of 4 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the 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 automatic transmission, that makes 260 horsepower, and 240 lb-ft of torque. This returns a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. Despite a curb weight of 4,402 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 Honda Odyssey, the Toyota Sienna, and the Chrysler Town and Country.

Buying Advice

As the base trim is quite bare bones, the mid-level SV trim gets you foglights, power-sliding doors, tri-zone automatic climate control, a conversation mirror, a rearview camera, satellite radio and an iPod/USB audio interface, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, a front-seat center console, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth connectivity, a six-speaker sound system, and more convenient features.

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
    $29,740 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    SL
    $33,520 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    LE
    $42,640 onwards
    • M-Sport exhaust system
    • M-Sport exterior styling

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,990- $42,640

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.12

Horsepower

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

7

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$30,620- $41,145

Gasoline

7.59

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$19,995- $29,995

Gasoline

7.72

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$28,675- $44,025

Gasoline

7.84

248 hp @ 5700 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$19,940- $24,470

Gasoline

7.02

157 hp @ 6000 rpm

163 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

6

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$26,585- $41,475

Gasoline

7.92

266 hp @ 6200 rpm

245 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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2013 Nissan Quest vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.8 sec16.8 sec118 mph
    7.3 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec117 mph
    7.7 sec16 sec137 mph
    7.9 sec16.1 sec116 mph
    2013 Mazda 5

    Ranked #5

    9.2 sec--

    2013 Nissan Quest vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg20 gal.380/500 mi.
      2013 Mazda 5

      Ranked #1

      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/445.2 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg20 gal.360/500 mi.
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg21 gal.378/567 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.

      2013 Nissan Quest vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        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.
        202.8 in.78.7 in.67.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        200.2 in.78.2 in.68.9 in.6.5 in.119.3 in.
        2013 Mazda 5

        Ranked #5

        180.5 in.68.9 in.63.6 in.5.5 in.108.3 in.

        2013 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.
          33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          2013 Mazda 5

          Ranked #6

          11.7 cu.ft.97.7 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.

          2013 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.82 ft.
            15.1 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.-
            16 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.98 ft.
            2013 Mazda 5

            Ranked #4

            -11.7 cu.ft.44.4 cu.ft.60 ft.
            150 cu.ft.39.1 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.-
            32.8 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.-

            2013 Nissan Quest vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1451 lbs.4367 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4510 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1398 lbs.4652 lbs.
              3500 lbs.-4342 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1380 lbs.4310 lbs.
              2013 Mazda 5

              Ranked #3

              -1193 lbs.3417 lbs.

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