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Nissan Quest

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  • 4dr Van S
    Starts at
    $24,340
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Van SL
    Starts at
    $26,740
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Van SE
    Starts at
    $32,240
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Center-mounted instruments
Side-curtain airbags
Distinctive styling
Extra-long sliding doors
Made in Mississippi

The good & the bad

The good

Tightly controlled ride
Stable, secure handling
Sporty steering feel
Energetic engine response
Fold-down second- and third-row seats

The bad

Hard-to-notice gauges
Climate controls
Windshield reflections

Expert 2004 Nissan Quest review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Kristin Varela
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our expert's take


Let me take a moment to introduce myself. I am not an automotive expert or car buff. I am a mother of two young children, and I spend my glamorous days in sweats, driving car pool and running errands. Sadly, I spend more time in my car than any other place. It’s this admission that fuels my quest to find the ultimate “mom-mobile.”

At first glance, the 2004 Nissan Quest appears very different from other minivans on the market. I’ll even venture to say it looks sexy. Yes, you read right: I called this minivan sexy. Nissan has done a great job marketing this vehicle as “what women want,” but did it actually have a woman test it before putting it on the market?

I love the advertisements for the 2004 Nissan Quest. After watching them, I find myself fantasizing about spending the day surfing, painting or playing the cello (all without my kids), then hitting the town for a hot night out with my husband (and no kids). In the real world, however, I drive the mommy express. I decided (rather masochistically) that the best way to test this minivan would be to load up the troops (two children, my husband and in-laws) for a 10-hour road trip.

Right off the bat I discover that the rear doors open very wide for easy access to all three rows of seats. The seats are wide and flat and make a stable base for car seats. The interior of the cabin is very spacious, with plenty of room to move about (helpful for reaching the perpetually vomiting baby in back). The cargo area of the Quest dips below floor level, lending an amazing amount of cargo space. With six people in this car we still have plenty of room for all our luggage, plus three coolers. The grocery bag hooks behind the third row are perfect for holding duffel bags.

After loading my clan, I hop in the driver’s seat. I’m struck by the unusual dashboard design. In my husband’s words, it looks like the Starship Enterprise. (Does it come with a transporter so I can skip this road trip altogether?) I explore the storage compartments (of which there are many) and cupholders (which are inconveniently located). I try to hang my purse on the “purse and hat hook,” but to no avail. This seemingly great innovation is poorly placed and my purse ends up on the floor.

The entry-level Quest 3.5S has manually adjusting seats. I crank two separate wheels to raise the seat to a suitable level. The steering wheel is too far away, though, and I end up driving with my arms stretched at an odd angle.

Pulling into the first pit stop, I notice the hood slopes so steeply that I can’t see the front end of the vehicle. This makes parking difficult. I inch the car forward until it bumps the curb. I have trouble finding a suitable place in the car for changing the baby’s diaper and end up using the cooler as a changing table.

I decide to let my husband take a turn driving while I rest. Did I say rest? I don’t think so. The suspension on this minivan makes even small bumps in the road feel like Mt. Everest. Not to mention a very loud cabin from wind noise.

When we finally arrive at our destination I discover how useful a navigation system would have been (unfortunately it’s not even an option on the S model). We spend most of the weekend lost wandering some not-so-safe areas of the city. This leads me to discover another oversight with the 2004 Nissan Quest. The door locks aren’t color coded to let you know when they’re engaged. I have to actually open the door before discovering that it’s not locked.

In summary, the 2004 Nissan Quest 3.5S needs some tweaking before I’ll recommend it to any of my girlfriends. In this case, beauty only runs skin deep. If you’re dead set on the aesthetic qualities of this particular minivan, I recommend researching the SL or SE models. If you can afford it, spring for leather seats and automatic opening doors.

*For more information on the Nissan Quest and its safety features, visit www.cars.com.

Senior Editor
Kristin Varela

Former Senior Family Editor Kristin Varela blends work and family life by driving her three tween-teen girls every which way in test cars.

2004 Nissan Quest review: Our expert's take
By Kristin Varela


Let me take a moment to introduce myself. I am not an automotive expert or car buff. I am a mother of two young children, and I spend my glamorous days in sweats, driving car pool and running errands. Sadly, I spend more time in my car than any other place. It’s this admission that fuels my quest to find the ultimate “mom-mobile.”

At first glance, the 2004 Nissan Quest appears very different from other minivans on the market. I’ll even venture to say it looks sexy. Yes, you read right: I called this minivan sexy. Nissan has done a great job marketing this vehicle as “what women want,” but did it actually have a woman test it before putting it on the market?

I love the advertisements for the 2004 Nissan Quest. After watching them, I find myself fantasizing about spending the day surfing, painting or playing the cello (all without my kids), then hitting the town for a hot night out with my husband (and no kids). In the real world, however, I drive the mommy express. I decided (rather masochistically) that the best way to test this minivan would be to load up the troops (two children, my husband and in-laws) for a 10-hour road trip.

Right off the bat I discover that the rear doors open very wide for easy access to all three rows of seats. The seats are wide and flat and make a stable base for car seats. The interior of the cabin is very spacious, with plenty of room to move about (helpful for reaching the perpetually vomiting baby in back). The cargo area of the Quest dips below floor level, lending an amazing amount of cargo space. With six people in this car we still have plenty of room for all our luggage, plus three coolers. The grocery bag hooks behind the third row are perfect for holding duffel bags.

After loading my clan, I hop in the driver’s seat. I’m struck by the unusual dashboard design. In my husband’s words, it looks like the Starship Enterprise. (Does it come with a transporter so I can skip this road trip altogether?) I explore the storage compartments (of which there are many) and cupholders (which are inconveniently located). I try to hang my purse on the “purse and hat hook,” but to no avail. This seemingly great innovation is poorly placed and my purse ends up on the floor.

The entry-level Quest 3.5S has manually adjusting seats. I crank two separate wheels to raise the seat to a suitable level. The steering wheel is too far away, though, and I end up driving with my arms stretched at an odd angle.

Pulling into the first pit stop, I notice the hood slopes so steeply that I can’t see the front end of the vehicle. This makes parking difficult. I inch the car forward until it bumps the curb. I have trouble finding a suitable place in the car for changing the baby’s diaper and end up using the cooler as a changing table.

I decide to let my husband take a turn driving while I rest. Did I say rest? I don’t think so. The suspension on this minivan makes even small bumps in the road feel like Mt. Everest. Not to mention a very loud cabin from wind noise.

When we finally arrive at our destination I discover how useful a navigation system would have been (unfortunately it’s not even an option on the S model). We spend most of the weekend lost wandering some not-so-safe areas of the city. This leads me to discover another oversight with the 2004 Nissan Quest. The door locks aren’t color coded to let you know when they’re engaged. I have to actually open the door before discovering that it’s not locked.

In summary, the 2004 Nissan Quest 3.5S needs some tweaking before I’ll recommend it to any of my girlfriends. In this case, beauty only runs skin deep. If you’re dead set on the aesthetic qualities of this particular minivan, I recommend researching the SL or SE models. If you can afford it, spring for leather seats and automatic opening doors.

*For more information on the Nissan Quest and its safety features, visit www.cars.com.

Safety review

Based on the 2004 Nissan Quest base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
N / A
Dealer certification
167-point inspection

Consumer reviews

3.9 / 5
Based on 33 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 3.8
Performance 4.1
Value 3.8
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 3.7

Most recent

  • Bought with a new motor , one week later it all started ,

    Bought with a new motor , one week later it all started , radiator fans died ,heater blowers dual both of them then breaks locked up now I lost steering like seriously. It's a xxx. I've owned it a month and only drove it a week so far.. some nice man offered me a 2004 I have 2007 so I can have parts seems that I will need them for sure.
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Followup - still running strong

    This van continues to run strong @ 217,000. Best - most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. Every feature of this van still works. Other than idea that it is 16 years old gives me no reason to purchase a new vehicle. It is maintained at a highly competent auto repair facility. No corrosion issues.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    13 people out of 13 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • CAR FOR BIG FAMILY

    Car spacious, comfortable, economical and good to drSpacious, comfortable, economical and good car for driving on long trips. I made several trips with my family in this car. We went to Canada visiting Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Niagara Falls. We were also in Boston, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Delaware, West Virginia and no problem at all. We was very happy with this car.ive on long trips.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
    8 people out of 8 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Most Reliable Van I?ve Owned

    This van met all my family?s needs. Lots of leg room for front and back. The DVD package kept my family entertained for extended travel.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Perfect car for family and delivery purpose

    This car successfully passed the inspection. It?s good for two more years. I was completely happy and can?t wait to try it for a long distance.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 3.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Spacious, comfortable and reliable Quest

    7 seater with panoramic sun roof, 6 cyl mini van in excellent condition. Many options. A/c, power windows, door locks etc.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • Worst vehicule.

    This is the worst vehicule i ever bought (Even sold from my brother). Don't get me wrong ,this van shows a lot of nice potentiel like roomy,gaz efficient but when you buy a used car ,you chk if its reliable,this one "IS NOT RELIABLE". The dealer is aware of the problems but won't tell you (Hey! they want your money). Here is the few problems:radio/audio/video system shots down with anoying sounds(very nice from japan technology "I am sarcastic!),chk engine lights on,sensors on the mufler lights on (mufler is built only a the end anti corrosion but the rest gets corroded very fast),the electric door in winter gets stuck. At the end i had to change the brakes and its was seized ,the dealer toasted all the sensors to replace just the pads(sensor 300$/each)of course i didn't change the sensors (another light on in the dash. Anyway if you read this and you intend to buy one (year 2004)I warn you...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
    5 people out of 6 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Best van we have had !!

    Great vehicle no major issues ... we are sorry we sold it. Perfect for family road trips. Fun comfortable and great on gas. We loved this car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Perfect for a big family

    I have a beautiful family of 6 and this van is very spacious. I've had my van for a little over a year and it has provided my family with all the room that we need. With 4 children it provided easy access for them to get in and out without having to worry about someone's hand getting slammed in the door.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Great vehicle

    This is a good vehicle for your bucks. Extra space and roomy. Only problem is that there seems to be a common problem with the fuel pump that could mess the TCM, so prepare for that.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    1 person out of 2 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Very dependable vehicle before it broke down.

    Very spacious for myself and my 4 children, good gas mileage, easy to maintain, hard to find parts but loved my van!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Pass on the nissan

    This car meets my needs. But it is poorly build all around. Thr cheap plastic is breaking all over with with normal use. All the doors freeze shut in winter. The auto open/close feature on on sliding and tail door does not operate as should. The plastic piece cover the licence plate ripped off. Look on almost any quest and you will see the back cover ripped off. The engine knocks. This started at 140000 miles. The vehicle could be so much more. It has good power and is comfy and the entertainment system is nice for the kids. Its roomy.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 Nissan Quest?

The 2004 Nissan Quest is available in 3 trim levels:

  • S (1 style)
  • SE (1 style)
  • SL (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2004 Nissan Quest?

The 2004 Nissan Quest offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2004 Nissan Quest reliable?

The 2004 Nissan Quest has an average reliability rating of 3.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Nissan Quest owners.

Is the 2004 Nissan Quest a good Minivan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 Nissan Quest. 72.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.9 / 5
Based on 33 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 3.8
  • Performance: 4.1
  • Value: 3.8
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 3.7

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