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As always.... (Reply to this comment)
by UncleJimbo
Another fine review. I had the pleasure of driving a 2005 Quest this past week and agree with your assessment fully.
* It's quirky styling may not be for everyone - it reminded me of a shuttle craft from Star Trek.
* Maybe it's because I'm left handed, but that center console's use is difficult to the point of distraction.
* Rough just about begins to describe the interior finish of the Quest. Maybe it's me, but the texture of the steering wheel bordered on irritating.
* The seats, however Euro-styled they might be, supply the least amount of lateral support I've experienced in any minivan I've every been in(GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda or Toyo). Personally, the seats bothered me more than the pedestal console.
That being said, it's not a cookie-cutter people hauler by any stretch; and, its handling is better than the average mini especially given its size.
Overall, Nissan deserves high marks for difficulty (they really went for something different here), but only better than average marks for their execution.
I still haven't gotten that 4x4 you and I discussed recently. I've decided to go with a Trailblazer LT or LTZ in the fall. I'll let you know how that washes out.
Thanks again for the great information.
Jim
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Mar 18 '05
9:08 am PST
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I Love Mine! Your review was critical but helpful Thanks (Reply to this comment)
by gapeachrn
Your review was very helpful in that you pay particular attention to the details as well as the overall comparison picture.
I very recently purchased my 2004 Nissan Quest SL new and so far am extremely pleased. I traded my loaded 2000 Maxima GLE and as you referred to the before and after drive I understand. I felt the Quest was a very smooth ride and it had a little get up and go in my book. I am a 30 yr old fairly new mom/professional and the mini-van option was not a pleasing thought initially. However, as you say the style is eye catching and innovative. I agree that the center console is "awkward" at first because it is different however; it is designed to bring your eye to the road and front right hand corner (safety option). I am very familar with the controls and it is easy once you acclimate yourself and get to know your vehicle. I agree the display panel to the far right needs refinement. My friend who is 5'10 and very long legged says she loves the design because it is nice not to not "knock" her knees on the front console area. For me, being 5'5", I like the adjustable foot pedals and power seat. I opted for the upgraded seat package in cloth and have no issues with the style, just personal taste I guess. I also agree the third seat can be a little rough to maneuver but I am about 135lbs and by no means a body builder and can get it to go. A nice option is that you can flip the third row into "tailgating position" by reversing the head rests to stablize the back (now the seat). Other selling options were the steel reinforced bars in 3 sections of the van to reduce side impact injuries, side air bags, curtain airbags, rear sensing backup up to 7 feet, moon roof, and 4 sky view windows (which my 2 year old loves) and of course overall style. I don't see a lot of these on the road and I'm surprised. I'll let you know how this feels on an extended trip when that happens. Thanks a lot your review helped my weigh my options. I test drove the Grand Caravan and Town & Country. I did not compare the Quest to the Odyssey or Sienna.
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Sep 13 '04
8:20 pm PDT
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Re: My Quest far better than this one? (Reply to this comment)
by mkaresh,  in Cars & Motorsports
If you like it, then that's fine with me. Hopefully the redesigned the seat tether.
I hardly said this van stunk. Most reviews, like mine, have been mixed.
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Jun 03 '04
9:49 am PDT
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My Quest far better than this one? (Reply to this comment)
by dlkoenig
Have you ever gone to a movie that was fantastic and the next day read a review that said it stunk. Well thats how I felt after reading this review. I checked out all the vans for about nine months (the length of time before our 4th child was born) At the beggining the Quest was not even on my screen. But after extensive investigation it came out on top. The Nissan Quest fits perfectly into our family needs. Plenty of room and excellent layout of seats inside. (We have had no problem with the rear seat folding down?) Next the comfort is outstanding with heating and cooling such a large vehicle front and rear. Noise is not much of factor when hauling four children and their friends but sitting in the front seat is quiet, comfortable and an oasis from the kids.
Nissan did an excellent job of being innovative in designing the front dash and controls - I find them easy to access and use. The ride is comfortable and the safety features far above standard with air bags all around, ABS traction control, automatic tire pressure check and warning lights. Thanks Nissan for building a very practical but innovative minivan for our family.
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Jun 02 '04
9:29 am PDT
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Re: A good review, but needs a correction.... (Reply to this comment)
by mkaresh, in Cars & Motorsports
Thanks for the corrections. I wasn't aware I had the front seats all the way back, but maybe I did on the passenger side, which is where I checked out how the second row folded.
The vehicle was very new when I drove it, and the saleman must not have known about the black bag. It is at any rate a crude solution and sounds like an afterthought.
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Oct 23 '03
3:24 am PDT
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A good review, but needs a correction.... (Reply to this comment)
by boingo82
" Aside from folding, the captain’s chairs adjust to three different fore-aft positions to shift legroom between the second and third row. Folding any seats requires that the headrests first be removed, and unlike in the Honda no place is provided to securely stash them. It’s interesting the Nissan could come from nowhere in this segment to offer the most innovative interior. "
Just a correction: It is NOT necessary to remove the headrests from the second row bucket seats to fold the, AS LONG AS the two front seats are not in the furthest-back position.
And Nissan DOES provide a place to stow the third-row headrest, there is a black back that hooks into the walls of the cargo area and holds all three headrests.
Also you might want to mention the van's safety, it was rated "good" by the IIHS (www.hwysafety.org) and it comes with standard side-curtain airbags for all three rows, even on the $24k Quest S model. Side-curtain airbags have recently been shown to reduce death rates by 40% in side-impact collisions.
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Oct 22 '03
7:04 pm PDT
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Thorough non-biased review! (Reply to this comment)
by antwbone
A well-written, non-biased, well thought out review. The thorough recounting of your test drive experience should certainly give potential buyers food for thought!
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Sep 22 '03
4:36 pm PDT
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