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Nissan Quest
2004-2006 Nissan Quest
Manufacturer Nissan (2004-2008)
Ford Motor Company (1993-2002)
Production 1993-2008
Predecessor Nissan Axxess
Nissan Van C22 (Vanette)
Class Minivan
Layout FF layout
First generation
1993-1995 Nissan Quest
Production 1993–1998
Assembly Avon Lake, Ohio
Body style(s) 3-door minivan
Engine(s) 3.0 L VG30E V6
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase 112.2 in (2850 mm)
Length 189.9 in (4823 mm)
Width 73.7 in (1872 mm)
Height 67.5 in (1715 mm) (Cargo)
65.6 in (1666 mm) (1993-95 XE)
68 in (1727 mm) (GXE & 1996-98 XE)
Fuel capacity 20.0 US gal
Related Mercury Villager Nissan Maxima
Second generation
2nd-gen Nissan Quest
Production 1999–2002
Assembly Avon Lake, Ohio
Body style(s) 4-door minivan
Engine(s) 3.3 L VG33E V6
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase 112.2 in (2850 mm)
Length 194.6 in (4943 mm) (2001-02)
194.8 in (4948 mm) (1999-2000)
Width 74.9 in (1902 mm)
Height 64.2 in (1631 mm)
67.3 in (1709 mm)
Fuel capacity 20.0 US gal
Related Mercury Villager Nissan Maxima
Third generation
2004-2006 Nissan Quest
Production 2004-2008
Assembly Canton, Mississippi
Body style(s) 4-door minivan
Platform Nissan FF-L platform
Engine(s) 3.5 L VQ35DE V6
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic
Wheelbase 124.0 in (3150 mm)
Length 204.1 in (5184 mm)
Width 77.6 in (1971 mm)
Height 70.0 in (1778 mm) (2004-06)
71.9 in (1826 mm) (2007-present)
Fuel capacity 20.1 US gal
Related Nissan Altima
Nissan Maxima
Nissan Murano
Nissan Teana

The Nissan Quest is a minivan produced by Nissan since 1993. There have been three generations of this model. The first generation Quest was a collaboration with Ford, which produced the mechanically identical and cosmetically similar Mercury Villager. The vans debuted at the 1992 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Today, its top competiters are the Honda Odyssey, Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, and Toyota Sienna Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 510 pixelsFull resolution (1140 × 727 pixels, file size: 102 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... Automakers, also known as carmakers, automobile manufacturers, motor manufacturers, or the automobile industry are companies that design and manufacture automobiles. ... Nissan Motor Co. ... “Ford” redirects here. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Nissan Prairie. ... 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The Quest is distinguishable by a grille and headlights that are slightly shorter top to bottom than those on the Villager. Both vehicles were initially powered by the 3.0 L Nissan VG30E V6 until 1999, when the Quest received the 3.3 L version of the same engine. The Quest was completely redesigned for 2004. The current model is built on the FF-L platform, which it shares with the Altima, Maxima, and Murano. It also shares the award-winning 3.5 L VQ engine with those cars. The VG engine family consists of V6 piston engines designed and produced by Nissan for several vehicles in the Nissan lineup. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The VG engine family consists of V6 piston engines designed and produced by Nissan for several vehicles in the Nissan lineup. ... The Nissan FF-L is an automobile platform for front wheel drive automobiles. ... For the Final Fantasy Tactics character, see Altima (Final Fantasy Tactics). ... The Nissan Maxima is a car manufactured by Nissan that is in a line of upper mid-size executive and sports sedans. ... 2004 Murano SE in black (Front) 2004 Murano SE in black (Back) The Nissan Murano is a near-luxury mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by Nissan Motors which began retail sales in the 2003 model year, originally as the top-of-the-line SUV, which was larger than the Pathfinder... The VQ engine is a 2. ...

Contents

First generation (1993-1998)

The Nissan Quest was a new model made by Nissan to compete in the minivan segment. The Quest was a successor to the Axxess, which was sold in the United States in 1990 only and in Canada from 1990-1995. It also replaced the rear-wheel drive Vanette, also discontinued in 1990. The Quest was initially powered by Nissan's 3.0 L VG30E SOHC engine that made 151 hp (the engine is a slightly modified version of that found in other Nissan vehicles; one of the requirements of Ford was it be modified to become a non-interference engine, thus if the timing belt breaks, there would be no damage to the valves). The Quest was available as GXE or XE models. Because of manufacturing issues, Nissan had an arrangement for Ford to assemble the minivan in North America, and in turn they were allowed to rebadge it and sell it under the Mercury brand as the Mercury Villager. Many of the interior parts, including the radio, heater controls and power windows controls were adapted from Ford, and were similar to the Ford Aerostar. This generation of the Quest minivan was built in Avon Lake, Ohio, where the Villager was also built. The van shares a modified version of the VG30E from the U11, and early J30 Maximas, as well as the transmission from the Maxima. It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Nissan Prairie. ... Rear-wheel drive (or RWD for short) is an engine/transmission layout used in automobiles. ... The Nissan Van C22, also called Nissan Vanette or Nissan Van, is a van produced by Japanese automaker Nissan since 1981. ... Single overhead cam (also SOHC) refers to the internal combustion engine design where one camshaft is located above the valves. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into Internal combustion engine. ... North America North America is a continent[1] in the Earths northern hemisphere and (chiefly) western hemisphere. ... Black 2002 Mercury Villager This picture was taken in front of Northville Highschool in Northville, Michigan. ... The Ford Aerostar was Fords first attempt at building a minivan, and was introduced as a 1986 model in summer 1985. ... Avon Lake is a city in Lorain County, Ohio, United States. ...


An initial complaint was the sometimes annoying motorized shoulder seatbelts. Seating was for 7, with a removable 2-seater bench in the middle, allowing the third row bench of 3 seats to slide up (either folded up for more room or down for passengers) behind the front for more rear cargo room. 1996 saw the introduction of changes to the front and rear fascias, as well as headlights and taillamps.

Second generation (1999-2002)

For 1999, the Quest got a facelift that gave the exterior a more aerodynamic look, and the driver's side sliding door. The Quest also got a power boost via the 3.3 L VG33E SOHC engine, making 170 hp (127 kW) and 200 ft·lbf (270 N·m) of torque. The XE trim was discontinued and the GXE was moved as the base model. Two new trim levels were also introduced: the top of the line GLE and the sport model SE. Single overhead cam (also SOHC) refers to the internal combustion engine design where one camshaft is located above the valves. ... Torque applied via an adjustable end wrench Relationship between force, torque, and momentum vectors in a rotating system In physics, torque (or often called a moment) can informally be thought of as rotational force or angular force which causes a change in rotational motion. ...


Nissan imbued the 2001 Quest with a raft of minor improvements. Styling front and rear was updated, along with new alloy wheels on all models. The entry-level GXE gained a rear stabilizer bar, while the sporty SE received acceleration-sensitive strut valving and a strut tower brace. New interior gauges and fabrics as well as a 130-watt sound system were standard on SE and GLE. Luxury GLE models also received an in-dash six-CD changer and a wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel. An optional overhead family entertainment system replaced the former floor-mounted model, though it could still be specified for SEs and GLEs equipped with a sunroof. Front seatbelts were given pretensioners. The 2001 Quest was also slightly longer, with more cargo space than the previous generation. A CD Changer holds multiple Compact Discs and allows the user to access (or play) any of them, one at a time. ... Open sunroof in a Peugeot 206. ... A three-point seat belt. ...


By the end of this generation, both Honda and Toyota had switched to the size of long-wheelbase Chrysler minivans, and the Quest was becoming too small for the American market. There was not a 2003 year Quest Model produced. This article is about the Japanese motor corporation. ... This article is about the automaker. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ...


Third generation (2004-2008)

The Quest was redesigned in 2004 whereas the Villager was discontinued in 2002. Production moved to Canton, Mississippi. In size, this generation was made slightly longer than the class-defining Chrysler long-wheelbase minivans. The Quest is powered by the oft-used 3.5 L VQ35DE engine from the Maxima, Altima, and others. In the Quest, it produces 240 hp (179 kW) and 242 ft·lbf (328 N·m) of torque. The Quest has a flat folding rear bench and the two middle chairs fold nearly flat into the floor. The interior volume is 211.9 ft³. Canton is a city located in Madison County, Mississippi. ... For other uses, including the Chrysler Brand, see Chrysler (disambiguation). ... The VQ engine is a 2. ...


The third generation Quest has been both praised and criticized for its styling. The original center-mounted instrument panel, which drew some buyers in and turned others away (the speedometer and tachometer were in the center of the dash, rather than in front of the driver) had been especially criticized. It features an unusual moonroof glass arrangement, and positions for 2 DVD screens rather than the usual one. Sales of this third generation model have been less than expected, and Nissan redesigned the front grille and the much-criticized dashboard for the 2007 model. DVD (also known as Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video Disc) is a popular optical disc storage media format. ...

Price

Pricing for 2006:

  • Base MSRP: $24,150
  • S Special Edition MSRP: $25,450
  • SL MSRP: $27,050
  • SE MSRP: $33,650

MSRP stands for Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price. Under earlier U.S. state Fair Trade statutes, the manufacturer was able to impose a fixed price for items. ...

Sale Figures

2003 - 23,170 (From remaining 2002 & 2004 model early sales)


2004 - 46,430


2005 - 40,357


2006 - 31,905


2007 - 20,769(as of August 2007)


Fourth generation (2009-future)

[No reference material for this claim can be found at this time. Please document sources] The Quest will be discontinued at the end of 2008 and will be replaced by the Nissan Bevel witch was revealed at the North American International Auto Show. Production will move to Japan, despite slow sales of the minivan in the United States. [1]. Quest sales were up for the 1st quarter in 2007 but have since been falling slightly short of 06' sales.


External links

  • Nissan USA Quest site
  • YahooAutos-2007 Nissan Quest
  • YahooAutos-2006 Nissan Quest
  • AutomobileMagazine-2005 Nissan Quest (review)
  • Quest Driver Community Forums

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Nissan Quest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (744 words)
The Nissan Quest was a new model made by Nissan to compete in the minivan segment.
Nissan imbued the 2001 Quest minivan with a raft of minor improvements.
The Quest was redesigned in 2004 whereas the Villager was discontinued in 2002.
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