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2018 Nissan NV Passenger Trims Comparison

2018 NV Passenger trim level differences

The 2018 Nissan NV Passenger is a full-size van with seating for up to 12 passengers. It is offered in three trim levels, S, SV and SL, with a choice of two engines. The base engine is a 4.0-liter V6 (261 horsepower, 281 pound-feet of torque) paired with a five-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. A 5.6-liter V8 (375 hp, 387 lb-ft) is available as an option on the S and SV trims, standard for the SL, and comes with a seven-speed automatic transmission.

The base S trim is outfitted with three rows of configurable bench seats, front and rear air conditioning, power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry, cruise control, a tilt-only steering wheel, a rearview camera, a 5-inch color display, Bluetooth, a USB port, and a two-speaker stereo with a CD player.

The SV adds some chrome exterior accents, a security system, rear parking sensors, an eight-way power driver seat, a center console, four 12-volt power outlets throughout the cabin, overhead lighting for the passenger rows, audio controls on the steering wheel, and an upgraded six-speaker stereo.

S and SV models with the V8 engine also get extendable tow mirrors and a Class IV towing hitch with a brake controller.

The top-of-the-line SL trim is only available with the V8 engine. It adds foglights, front parking sensors, leather upholstery for all rows, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control for the front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a 5.8-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, NissanConnect mobile apps and satellite radio.

Just one option is available, the Navigation package, which fits the SV with the SL's navigation system, a 5.8-inch display, NissanConnect and satellite radio.

Which 2018 NV Passenger trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2018 Nissan NV Passenger in base S trim, although not totally bare-bones, is still fairly basic and will likely prove a bit under-equipped for most buyers. We'd suggest moving up at least one level to the SV trim for its extra comfort and additional useful features. And for those who anticipate hauling a full load of people or cargo, we recommend opting for the more powerful V8 engine.

Compare 2018 NV Passenger trims side-by-side

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Corona, CA
Vehicle
NV Passenger 3500 S
NV Passenger 3500 SV
NV Passenger 3500 SL
Vehicle
3500 S
4.0L 6cyl 5A
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3500 SL
5.6L 8cyl 7A
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
optional
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not Available
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
Heated seats
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
United States
United States
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
261 hp @ 5,600 rpm
261 hp @ 5,600 rpm
375 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque
281 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
281 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
387 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Engine displacement
4.0 l
4.0 l
5.6 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
v8
Transmission
5-speed automatic
5-speed automatic
7-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
245/70R17
245/70R17
245/70R17
Wheel size
17 X 7.5-in
17 X 7.5-in
17 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
painted steel wheels
painted steel wheels
steel wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
28.0 gal.
28.0 gal.
28.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
45.2 ft.
45.2 ft.
45.2 ft.
Curb weight
6,710 lb.
6,782 lb.
6,971 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.1 in.
8.1 in.
8.1 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
99.5 in.
99.5 in.
102.8 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
79.9 in.
79.9 in.
79.9 in.
Height
84.0 in.
84.0 in.
84.0 in.
Length
240.6 in.
240.6 in.
240.6 in.
Wheelbase
146.1 in.
146.1 in.
146.1 in.
Seating Capacity
12
12
12
Cargo Space
28.9 cu. ft.
28.9 cu. ft.
28.9 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
42.8 in.
42.8 in.
42.8 in.
Front Leg Room
42.0 in.
42.0 in.
42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room
65.7 in.
65.7 in.
65.7 in.
Rear Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.9 in.
33.9 in.
33.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
69.2 in.
69.2 in.
69.2 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal, cloth
Charcoal, cloth
Beige, leather
Exterior
Pearl White
Arctic Blue Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Super Black
Cayenne Red Metallic
Glacier White
Java Metallic
Pearl White
Arctic Blue Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Super Black
Cayenne Red Metallic
Glacier White
Java Metallic
Pearl White
Arctic Blue Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Super Black
Cayenne Red Metallic
Glacier White
Java Metallic