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2005 Nissan Quest
Date Published: 7/31/08

2005 Nissan Quest
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MSRP:
$23,700 - 32,600

Invoice:
$21,919 - 29,809

Class:
Minivan
2005 Nissan Quest
Expert Rating Summary
Category 3.5SL Rating (See All
Ratings)
Minivan Average Rating
Acceleration 6 4.2
Fuel Economy 4 4
Ride Quality 6 5.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 5 4.4
Quietness 4 5.4
Controls 4 6.1
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 6 6.3
Room/Comfort (rear) 8 6.7
Cargo Room 9 9.4
Value within Class 5 5.8
Total Score: 57 57.8
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2005 Nissan Quest Review
A new base model makes 2005 news for Nissan's minivan. It's called the 3.5 model and it joins 3.5S, 3.5SL, and top-level 3.5SE versions. All have a 240-hp V6 and automatic transmission; a 4-speed on the 3.5 and 3.5S, a 5-speed on the others. Quests come with just two seats--a pair of front buckets. The optional Seat Package adds two 2nd-row buckets and a 3rd-row bench for 7-passenger capacity. The bench folds into the floor. Leather upholstery and heated front seats are standard on SE, optional on SL. All but the 3.5 have a power liftgate. The 3.5S and SL include power operation for the right-side sliding door; SE version powers both sliding doors. ABS, traction control, and a tire-pressure monitor are standard. So are head-protecting curtain side airbags for all seating rows. Front side airbags and an antiskid system are available. An antitheft/alarm system is standard for '05. Satellite radio is a new option. Also available is rear DVD entertainment with one or two screens, a navigation system, rear obstacle detection, a full-length overhead console with air vents and reading lights, Nissan's Skyview roof (four glass roof panels), power-adjustable pedals, and power seat/pedal/mirror memory.

Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Long the choice as the family hauler, Minivans are easily the smartest use of space for passengers and cargo. These vehicles offer a fantastic blend of comfort, convenience, and safety features for the modern family.

Our Best Buys include the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, and Honda Odyssey. Recommended picks are the Mazda MPV and Toyota Sienna.
News
Nissan execs have admitted that their latest minivan goes too far in styling and not far enough in other areas. Such candor is commendable, but it does nothing to change the fact that Quest has been a sales disappointment since its 2004 rebirth. And Nissan is stuck with this basic design for another four years or so. For these reasons, we wouldn't be surprised to see some corrective cosmetic surgery on the 2007 or '08 models. We also think Quest may get an engine transplant at some point, swapping its current 3.5 V6 for the huskier new 4.0 engine from Nissan's redesigned Frontier pickup and Pathfinder SUV.
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