2018 Nissan NV Passenger Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Nissan NV Passenger is built upon the brand’s NV-series of vans as an answer to a quintessential American need: a large, 10+ passenger vehicle capable of large groups places in reasonable comfort. A dying breed, it adopts the traditional body-on-frame layout of the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana rather than the newer unibody construction of the Ford Transit or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. And the short roof and long hood—the latter of which is a real rarity in the van market—probably make the NV Passenger natural to anyone used to driving a large SUV. The long hood also helps with serviceability.
Competitors make vans with varying wheelbases to accommodate different numbers of passengers — up to 15 — but Nissan hits the meat of the market with a single NV Passenger variant that holds up to 12 passengers across four rows on its 3500 HD chassis. For easy access, passengers enter and exit via a large sliding door on the right side of the vehicle, as opposed to the dual hinged doors seen on the GM offerings. There are still barn doors at the rear, and Nissan says the one on the left is slightly shorter to allow for less intrusion into traffic during curbside loading and unloading. The last row, which seats four-across, is split into two sections that can be individually removed, and even the front passenger seat folds down to create a flat workspace.
Power is supplied by one of two engines, either a 4.0-liter V6 with 261 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque or a 5.6-liter V8 with 375 horsepower and 387 pound-feet. The V6 gets a 5-speed automatic transmission, while the V8 employs a 7-speed automatic. Towing capacities are 6,200 pounds with the V6 and 8,700 with the V8, using a towing hitch.
The NV Passenger comes in three basic trims. 3500 HD S starts with the V6 engine, cloth upholstery with vinyl wear panels on the sides of the front seats, a 12-volt power outlet up front, four speakers, and 4-way manual front seats. And for 2018, there’s a standard 5.0-inch infotainment system with Bluetooth, a text-messaging assistant, and USB connectivity.
3500 HD SV adds chrome 17-inch wheels, a chrome grille, chrome bumpers, and chrome door handles, power door locks and windows, cruise control, two more 12-volt outlets, an 8-way power driver’s seat with manual lumbar adjustment, two additional speakers, carpeting for rear passengers, and six rear map lights. 3500 HD SL gets the V8 engine, leather upholstery for all rows, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, front dual-zone climate control, and a 5.8-inch color touchscreen infotainment system with navigation.
As far as safety, the NV Passenger gets a standard reversing camera and a full complement of airbags, including side curtain airbags for all rows. Other than that, NV3500 HD SV comes with rear parking sensors, while NV3500 HD SL comes with front parking sensors. Like most other large passenger vans, the NV Passenger has not been crash-tested by any official agency.
The NV Passenger is built to be a workhorse in terms of ferrying people back and forth. It is probably the best incarnation of the traditional van on the market, backed by Nissan’s full 5-year, 60,000-mile warranty.
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Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones · Second, third, and fourth row rear heat vents
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.4 · Rear brake width: 1.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Floor Material: carpet · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cupholders: front, rear, third, and fourth row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: under seat
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.36
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of fourth row headrests: 4 · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable split-bench
Roof
OEM roof height: standard
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 65-35 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones · Second, third, and fourth row rear heat vents
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front, rear, third, and fourth row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth 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: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.4 · Rear brake width: 1.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear, third, and fourth row · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: under seat
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.36
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: black · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of fourth row headrests: 4 · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 65-35 split bench
Roof
OEM roof height: standard
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front, rear, third, and fourth row · Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 65-35 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome clad
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · 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 · Second and third row rear heat vents
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.4 · Rear brake width: 1.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Front power outlet: 115V · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: under seat
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.36
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: heavy duty
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of fourth row headrests: 4 · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Weather · Infotainment: NissanConnect · Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable split-bench
Roof
OEM roof height: standard
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Fourth row seatbelts: 3-point · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Fourth row seat type: 50-50 split bench · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: removable split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome clad
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front