2012 Nissan Quest Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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Virtually no changes have been made to the 2012 Nissan Quest from the previous model year, when Nissan overhauled its minivan inside and out. Access to Sirius XM satellite radio has been added to the 3.5 SV and 3.5 SL trims. Otherwise, everything is the same as last year's version.

Trims available for the front-wheel-drive 2012 Nissan Quest include the 3.5 S, 3.5 SV, 3.5 SL and 3.5 LE,. All come standard with a 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection V6 engine that reaches 260 hp and 240 lb-ft of torque. All are coupled with an Xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission), run on premium gasoline and are estimated by the EPA to get 19 mpg city/24 highway.

All four trims come standard with air conditioning, cruise control, cloth seats, power windows, power door locks (with auto-locking feature), power steering, 6-way manual driver’s seat, second-row fold-flat captain’s chairs (sliding and reclining), 60/40 split-fold-flat third-row bench seat, quick-release third-row bench seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering column, steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, Nissan Intelligent Key (with push-button ignition), power outside mirrors, variable intermittent speed-sensitive front and rear windshield wipers, dual sliding rear doors, 4-speaker AM/FM/in-dash 6-CD audio system, MP3/WMA CD playback capability, auxiliary audio input jack and 16-inch steel wheels with bolt-on wheel covers and all-season tires.

For those choosing the SX trim, additional standard features include tri-zone automatic temperature controls, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, one-touch power-sliding doors (with auto-reverse feature), premium AM/FM/CD audio system with 6 speakers and a 4.3-inch color display, Bluetooth HandsFree system, Sirius XM satellite radio (with a 3-month trial subscription), USB connection port for iPod-compatible devices, fog lights, rear-view monitor and 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels with all-season tires. Upgrading to the SL trim adds leather-appointed seats, a leather-wrapped shift knob, 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, HomeLink universal transceiver, automatic headlights, roof rack side rails, one-touch power liftgate and 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels with all-season tires as standard equipment. LE trim buyers receive an advanced climate control system, 4-way power front passenger’s seat, driver’s memory seat system, power-return third-row seat, HID xenon headlights, automatic tilt-in-reverse outside mirrors, blind-spot warning system, Digital Bose audio system (with AM/FM/CD and 13 speakers), DVD entertainment system (with 11-inch second-row monitor, 2 wireless headsets and remote control), Nissan’s Hard Drive Navigation System (with 8-inch color touchscreen display with voice recognition, Sirius XM NavTraffic, Sirius XM NavWeather and Zagat Survey restaurant reviews) and second- and third-row manual sunshades.

Several options can be packaged together, depending on the trim level selected. Available packages include the DVD Entertainment System package, Bose Audio System package and Dual Opening Glass Moonroof package. Some features of the more expensive trims can be added, in certain cases, to less-expensive trims.

Numerous safety and security features come standard for the 2012 Nissan Quest. All trims come with the Nissan Advanced Airbag System (with dual-stage supplemental front airbags, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental airbags, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags for front, second- and third-row seating), height-adjustable head restraints (for all seating positions), tire pressure monitoring system, energy-absorbing steering column, 4-wheel vented disc brakes (with antilock braking system, electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist), traction control system, vehicle immobilizer system and vehicle security system.

Interior color choices for the 2012 Nissan Quest are Gray or Beige cloth or leather, while exterior color options are Pearl White, Brilliant Silver, Platinum Graphite, Titanium Beige, Super Black or Twilight Gray.

Current owners are pleased with the handling and ride the 2012 Nissan Quest provides. The Quest handles extremely well for a minivan, and its CVT gets high marks for smooth and flawless shifting. Its ride is rated as being very quiet, with a smooth, reactive suspension.

Coming off a total redesign in 2011, the Nissan Quest already seems dated when compared against competing minivans from Dodge (Grand Caravan), Honda (Odyssey) and Toyota (Sienna). Although the Quest is powerful enough, roomy enough and has a number of standard and upgradeable features, it falls short in a number of categories when compared to the other minivans on the market. Many competing minivans have room for 8 passengers, while the Quest has room for only 7. The Quest also falls short when it comes to gas mileage and available cargo space (25.7 cubic feet) when compared to what else is currently available. While it remains a good choice, especially when it comes to ride and handling, other choices may fit your needs better.

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Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by william h
Oct 30, 2023
This van is great, but if you want something with more details, the 2013 or 2014 are better, because the parking camera have a better look with multiple points to see everything around you, it also have sensor that advised if a car is near to you when are making any turn, the driver seat can adjust automatically and the back sit can fold with bottoms automatically, but about confort, this 2012 is great for long trips, you have enough room for your family and bags, also super economic in mile per gas gallon, powerful van, is a V6, but save gas like a V4 truck thanks to the eco system, so trust me, you will love this van.!Oct 30, 2023
by Christopher H
Apr 09, 2022
With expressive looks and glass house rear look combined with a practical box rear, It is very practical hate removing rear seats? In the Quest just fold em. easy! Comfort and luxury based on the ultra luxury minivan from Japan England, it had Pure Japanese fit n finish quality. Paired with the reliable VQ35DE and comfortable cvt just change its oil very often to keep it alive. Platinum/LE offer a dvd entertainment center standard with optional dual moon roof. Special air conditioning air cleaner standard on Top version. 2015 model years offer birds eye camera. Combined with a very easy steering system that is dynamic for speeds and parking situations. Its easy to drive and live with.Apr 09, 2022
by James A
Jul 25, 2021
Great looking family car smooth ride and alot of features Jul 25, 2021

2012 Nissan Quest Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: third row · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: grocery bag holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 550 CCA

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual manual sliding

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack: with crossbars

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 18.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: Class II

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: third row · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 550 CCA

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual power sliding

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack: with crossbars

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: flat · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 18.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: Class II

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Front power outlet: 120V · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: grocery bag holder · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 550 CCA

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual power sliding

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in. · Video monitor location: rear · Video monitor size: 11

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rails: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 18.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: Class II

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote control: video · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Front power outlet: 115V · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: third row · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Sunshade: side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 550 CCA

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: dual power sliding

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 8 in. · Video monitor location: rear · Video monitor size: 11 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Moonroof: dual power · OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rails: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 18.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: Class II

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front

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