December 26, 2007
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News and reviews on new motor vehicles
2 0 0 8 Nissan
Quest 3.5 SE
A modern space
for family life
K athleen C arr
by
N issan re sty le d its Q u est
minivan, outfitting it with a new
instrument panel, a new center con
sole and revised exterior panels,
including new front and rear treat
ments for a cleaner look than be
fore.
A new color - Lakeshore Slate -
is available for 2008, but otherwise
not a lot has changed on the out
side. It still features a low beltline in
front that rises as it moves toward
the rear. Strongly defined wheel
arches continue to set the Quest
apart from the rest of the minivan
field.
For 2008, the Quest returns in
essentially the same form as 2007. It
continues to be powered by a 240-
horsepower version of the same
3.5-liter, DOHC V-6 used in both the
Maxima and Altima, tied to a stan
dard five-speed automatic. The big
V-6 provides ample torque, giving
the large (seven-passenger/three-
row) Quest confident acceleration
and passing power.
Nissan says the Quest is one of
the room iest front-w heel-drive
minivans in the market. The sec
ond- and third-row seats fold fiat
Specifications: 3.5-Liter V-6 235 -h p @ 2 4 0 Ib-ft. torque engine: 5 -S p e e d A utom atic transm ission: 16-City 24-Highway MPG:
$ 3 8 ,2 6 0 .M S R P .
into the floor, creating a large 148.7-
cubic-foot cargo area. This year,
the third-row seat also gets auto
matically folding headrests and a
spring assist that makes it easier to
fold.
The Quest has front bucket seats
and an optional fixed center con
sole between the driver and front
passenger that includes a hidden
The 2(X)8 Quest is offered in four
storage compartment. (Those who well-equipped models - 3.5, 3.5S,
don't choose that option get a fold 3.5SL, and 3.5SE. The S versions
ing tray table in the same position.) now can be ordered with rear park
Trim choices include eitherafaux ing assist; SL versions get a stan
w oodstyleorabrushed, metal look, dard power sliding side door, rear
and there are chrome bezels around view monitor, dual-zone climate
the gauges. Rear skylight windows control, and automatic headlights.
are optional.
The SE versions get Bluetooth and
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satellite radio subscription must be
paid separately.
A 265-watt, ten-speaker audio
system can be ordered, as can
Bluetooth and 19-inch wheels and
run-flat tires. The 08 Quest retains
its signature Skyview fixed roof
panels.
The 2008 Quest's windows as
sist in safe driving. By allowing
drivers to enjoy terrific visibility,
thanks to; a long side glass, side
mirrors that are ample, and an enor
mous windshield. We also appre
ciate the windshield which makes
for an expansive view out the front,
while the side mirrors easily allowed
for confident lane changes.
All Quests have anti-lock brakes;
side-impact airbags for the front
se a ts, th re e -ro w side cu rta in
airbags, active head restraints for
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are standard and tire-pressure moni
tors. An electronic stability system
is optional.
Though the minivan class lead
ers offer a more luxurious interior
ambience, the current Quest has
more than a few things in its favor.
With its peppy acceleration, com
posed (even entertaining) handling
and roomy cabin, the current Quest
is a solid pick for families looking
for a minivan that breaks from the
mainstream. Andulthough we'd like
to see Nissan improve the breadth
of the van’s safety features, there's
no arguing with the Quest's top
safety scores in NHTSA and IIHS
crash tests.
The 2008 Nissan Quest provides
families with a modem space for
life; and living.
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