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Why the fuss?
Barry Blank, 08/11/2015
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Its 2015 and I guess I'm the odd ball out. I have have 40,000 logged miles and no problems with one exception Last month (July 2015) the variable windshield control stopped functioning properly. That's it, pure and simple. I'll take this one issue in 8 years any day. This is our 2nd Quest *first one is a1994 still running - we use it for hauling. Very happy with both vehicles.
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A great mini-van with style
Jade1023, 03/08/2010
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
Having had 3 previous Town & Country vans, we had had enough of the maintenance/repair issues. We also were looking for more exterior style. We bought this van and promptly took a very long vacation. The performance of this van was far superior to our previous vans. We are sold on this van.
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New to Quest
New to Quest, 03/17/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Great car. Been debating b/w odyssey, sienna, crossovers. Very happy with quest. Wasn't thrilled with a minivan but this is acceptable. Coming from an Audi so quality and road noise are not as nice but the amount of room is great. Kids love the van.
nice ride
Dave, 05/21/2009
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I am not dissapointed I traded my gas guzzling Titan for this gas sipping van. the truck was no longer practical and driving 30K mls a year, I will save about $150 a month in fuel alone. great ride and handling, unique style.
Glad I bought it
Michael, 05/27/2010
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I was also considering Honda, Toyota, Hyundai and Kia. Hyundai cars are great but vans have all sorts of electrical/mechanical issues; Kia is a Hyundai with stripped down interior so they were out. Honda & Toyota bored me to tears, also much more expensive. I resisted buying a minivan for years but am enjoying the Quest. Looks and feels great. Build quality is even better than I expected. Handling is crisp, steering sharp, powertrain is strong and smooth. I traded from a small car so the mileage is not as good but still around 19 in town (with a light foot) and actually over 24 on the highway! Very pleased.
So far, so good!
Cliff Biggers, 02/03/2009
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The Nissan is the only van I've ever owned that drives like a well-made SUV rather than like a van. Steering is responsive, the engine seems confident and responsive, and the mushy ride of my prior Sienna & Odyssey is nonexistent here. The seating is more comfortable. The Bose stereo is much better than my two prior vans, making even XM sounds good. Nissan should have gone one step further and designed the second row seats to fold absolutely flat rather than almost flat. The central command console/stack is a bit too large and rounded, intruding slightly into the knee area. An intuitive redesign of climate & sound system would help, as would improved iPod integration.
After 8 Months
Esteban Salceda III, 10/02/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
My Quest is Awesome. It gets great gas mileage that ranges between 27-30 MPG on the highway. Tons of space. Phenomenal acceleration. Maximum performance is obtained by using 5W-30 Valvoline SynPower Oil or Castrol Edge (Synthetic Oil). Have not had any problems with it at all. Absolutely the best Mini-Van option on the Market. I got a great deal, that Ford, Toyota, nor Honda could match. The fold down rear seating options come in handy for moving days or hauling delicate items. Would buy again it opportunity arises. Great amount of features for base model. This van gots it all.
Don't buy Nissan!!!
yv13, 09/01/2012
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
I have certified Pre-Owned 2009 Nissan Quest with 36,500 mi. Before 30K I had to change driving belt, less then 36K front and back brakes changed and rotors on the back were so bad that mechanic could not cut them and had to be replaced. Now I have problem with AC Compressor ( over $1,000 to repair) and look like struts going out too. Nissan refusing finansial assistance with repairs of their low quality cars! DON'T BUY NISSAN AT ALL!!!
Electrical Problems from the get-Go
Dave Schneider, 01/09/2018
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Repairs are expensive and could happen at the most inopportune time.
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Very nice minivan
leeman391, 03/26/2010
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
19 of 23 people found this review helpful
Previous van was a Mercury Villager which I liked very much, and so wanted to buy the Quest. However I didn't like the center Instrumentation so when it was updated to the left side I was very pleased and started looking to buy one. The van is the nicest looking minivan and has a well laid out interior design and trim. It drives very car like and it is easy to exceed the speed limit.
Awesome People Hauler!!
kris, 05/27/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Just bought the '08 Quest. Car drives excellent and has a lot of room for my child, his stuff, my huge dog and all of his frisbees and all of our show equipment. I traded in an '01 Sentra that was exclusively maintained at the dealership and ran trouble free for us till we decided on a bigger vehicle. The van is very nimble and drives more like a car. Did consider the sienna and the odyssey, but the quest simply drove better and felt better. It was also cheaper by several thousands!
Best car ever!
scott in virginia, 04/12/2009
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is the best car that I have ever owned out of about 13 in my life. It is perfect for my family & I. We love the looks and how well it handles.
More Than Mini
ithndr, 07/17/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We have owned 3 previous minivans and have been pleased with all 3 for there everyday and vacation utility to haul 4 children, a bunch of luggage and still not break your back at the gas pump. When we started out this time we set ourselves on the Odyssey EXL w/DVD or Toyota Sienna XLE. These are suppose to be the champs. We loved the Honda versus our prior Chrysler T&Cs for the style and build. We favored the Honda over the Sienna's styling, we were buying the Honda. I decided after further research to look at the redesigned Quest 3.5 SE. We were instantly impressed by this luxury/sport vans handling! This blows away the concept that minivans have to be boring, unimaginative people movers
Awesome Minivan
Eric , 06/05/2019
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Our van has been very reliable, comfortable and versatile. It's definitely the go-to car for any road trip, and the cargo space is amazing.
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Slam dunk family vehicle
forgetfl, 12/30/2007
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We just bought our Quest SE model after months of looking at the other minivans, including the new chrysler and looking at the GM crossover vehicles Acadia and Outlook. You just can't beat the interior volume in the Quest and the beautifully finished interior. The Mazda CX9 interior may be the best in the crossover market, but in our opinion the Quest is a close second. The Sienna interior is a bit long in the tooth and the Odyssey is nice, but doesn't have the skylights or the factory trailering option which is key for us because of our hitch mounted bike trailer and cargo carrier. The other minivan hitches significantly reduce ground clearance.
Sexy Mama Van
imariquinn, 01/19/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 08 Nissan Quest for 5 months now and have put on 4800 miles. I have had it in the dealer one time and that was for the first oil change at 3000 miles. The van is beautiful to look at, I love the auto hatch door. It is very convenient to have it open and close with the touch of a button! Also, the dual sliding doors both work and I don't notice any rattling. The fold flat rear seats are quick and easy to manipulate and came in handy when I was moving some furniture. My gas mileage is great, not as good as my Odyssey with the VCS engine though. I am averaging 24MPG using 87 Regular gas. I have flat terrain and avoid highways. I recommend!
Migrating from Sports Sedan to Minivan
Chris Garr, 05/07/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I went from driving a 5 speed Turbo VW Passat to this Quest. Overall I'm happy with it, but I do miss driving a sports sedan. We considered the Odyssey, Quest, and Sienna. The Quest was the best value that particular month and we've had 4 great Nissans before. The acceleration, steering, and braking are great. Tons of power regardless of its size. Very comfortable to drive. The interior is great, and I think the exterior offers the best styling in the minivan category. The cabin is a bit too noisy. I think it's weird to have only one power sliding door. I love being able to make all the seats flat wihtout having to remove any.
Many Nissans owned - 3 Quests
Nissan Guy, 12/09/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have owned an Altima, Pathfinder, two Maximas, and three Quests, 2004, 2007, 2008, all SEs. Our first Quest was great mechanically except for the sliding door rattles that Nissan fixed the next year. We found the road noise to be quieter after replacing the Good Year tires with Bridgestone. 2007 had front end issues fixed under warranty, no door rattles, but we got hoodwinked by the Michelin PAX tires so we just traded for the 2008. I think it will be quieter again after removing the Good Year Eagle tires. I have had Eagles on other vehicles without the road noise but not the Quest. We have loved all of our Nissan's. They have rarely if ever had to visit mechanics.
Never Buying Nissan Again
cmadd78, 03/05/2012
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 16 people found this review helpful
We bought a NEW Nissan Quest in 2008. When we first bought we enjoyed every aspect of it. About a month later the problems began. The windows would whistle as we picked up speed (dealership claimed it was normal), we had some problems with ac not working properly (dealership fixed), and then a few years later the cheap car starts having more and more issues. The passengers side mirror cover on the visor falls off, the body rattles, the passengers side window motor quit working, the brake disks warped and had to be replaced, you so much as sneeze on the thing and the paint will scratch or the body dents. Features are nice but van is built too cheap. Cant wait to get rid of it!!
Great family car
mstee, 01/13/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have only had this car for less than a month, but have been driving a mini-van for the past twelve years. This is by far the most drivable mini-van I have ever owned. It handles like a car. The Bluetooth is a wonderful plus! The only thing I feel I have to get used to is the body style is longer and wider than the last two Chryslers I have had. It makes parking a little more challenging for me.
New van for the grandkids
ronosa, 04/20/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have 6 grandkids so Mamaw decided she wanted a new minivan. We got the Quest. I love the features, the ease of operating the features particularly the electric sliding door and power liftgate. The front and rear air is a real blessing and I love the fact the antenna is in the rear glass. I wish satellite radio had been included instead of an add on. The only thing is the trip feature says we are only getting about 19.3 per gallon at the moment. I hope it's lying. This is the only thing I would not like about this van. I would buy another in a heartbeat.
Almost the Best
Jeremy McCoy, 10/21/2009
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This van is simple and practical, while still having today's new technology that is a lot easier to use, it is fun to drive and a lot more roomier than the other vans I have driven. I hope this is the best to come.
Good but expensive
Erika Martinez, 02/20/2021
2009 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Once something breaks it's a hassle to fix
NEVER!!!..Ever, Ever, Ever buy!!!
Jeff, 12/04/2015
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 14 people found this review helpful
I concurr with everyone who has had problem with this Van: interior quality is Cheap- mirrors/visors easily break, AC zips sues, Driver & Passenger Windows stop working but the very rear vent Windows work..changed out motor, controller, fuses (inside & out) and still don't work; rear end went out, power steering pump went out, rattling, siding on interior seats started coming off. THIS VAN is HORRIBLE!!!! Do not buy, New or Used !!!!!!!
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2008 Nissan Quest
Phil Glasser, Sr, 05/02/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased a used 2008 with 500 miles. At the time I wondered why anyone would trade this vehicle with under 500 miles, but was taken with the style and the lay down 2 row seats. Long story short, after my first long ride, over 100 miles, I took the van back to the deal complaining of hard ride that left my kidneys aching for two days. After some counseling, we exchanged tires, used nitrogen, reduced tire pressure, tried every seating position with electronic seat and manual lumbar adjustment during the next week--all to some relief but still could not get comfortable. Talked to managers, other salespersons all to no avail. tried leather seat vs cloth--no
Drives like a wagon, roomy as a minivan
AlphaForceX, 09/05/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our 1st mini-van and we had our eyes set on Odyssey and Sienna. After testing driving them all (Quest twice), we decided on the Quest due to the incentive and designs. It drives and looks like a wagon but is roomy as a minivan. The other cars especially the Sienna are very boring but Quest still looks fresh after 4 years (since 2004). The fuel economy is awesome for a 4000+ lbs vehicle. I could easily get 26+ MPG on the highway. Doesn't feel like driving a mini-van at all.
A Nice Van
kulunphan818, 10/02/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My SE Quest includes dual DVD screen + navigation system. The main reason for purchasing the Quest because all my family members like the style, interior designs of the van, even though I am not very confident of the long-term reliability of the Quest. However, I was willing to make the bet. It is no question that the Quest has much better exterior and interior designs, comparing with other major vans (Odyssey, Sienna, etc.). The only thing I did not like is the uncomfortable front seats. But the van is much quieter than Sienna or Odyssey.
Lemon???
kehaunani, 11/08/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well within the first year and a half, I had to take van back to dealer for quite a few fixes. There was a missing piece in the braking component, they replaced it, they had to replace the seals for the sliding door and hatch, the visors broke off just by opening them, they were replaced. My van was bogging while driving,check engine light came on with that,car had to be towed back to dealership, they had to change out the cylynoids. The a/c came on when it felt like it.they changed two major components for the a/c. went to p/u van after a/c repair, van would not start. end result, could not lemon law. didnt have 3x for the same problem.traded van in for a 2009 altima.wish me luck! :(
Made cheap
haynie3, 01/16/2011
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought our van in 2008 thought it would be great to own a brand new vehicle. Well within 1 year the mirror visor broke off and the arm rest fell off and the rubber seals on side doors came off. Well today i was driving and there was a flapping noise, I looked back and it was the metal insert on top of the van,where you would have the racks at flapping on the side of van, i had to pull over and get before it hit someones vehicle. It just seems like the veichle is made cheaply, when only having a short time.
It's A Nissan...How could you not ?!
Colette, 06/26/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is our 3rd Nissan Quest, previously had a 1994, 2004 and now the 2008. I love this van I am 5'9, my husband is 6'3, my sons are 6'6 and 6'8, and I have two young daughter's as well. Would you believe there is room left over. We are going camping next month and we will definitely have a better time with all the space. The look and feel of the car is beautiful, the sound system is awesome!
Pleased so far.......
Samuel, 08/20/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased the Quest about 2 months ago and to my surprise, have had no real issues. This is our first minivan and I was leaning hard to the Sienna simply because I have owned Toyotas in the past and have had no major problems. After much research, we went with the Quest because of the incentives offered at the time. We got much more van at a lower cost than the Sienna. Happy so far, but only time will tell.
2008 Quest S Trim
boomboxjoe, 09/01/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have only owned it for a month but I can say it has great power for a minivan. I can get 25 mpg Highway when trying. Have maxed out at 26.4 I have fun with the MPG display gauge and Tire PSI which i set at 44 PSI. Automatic hatch is great but the cubby hole where the 3rd row can fold into is great for food shopping. I feel for the money its a good van.
Not your average mini-van
blundoboys, 09/07/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With a large family of 4 children, we are forced to drive a mini-van. I've owned 2 prior mini-vans in the past & always "felt" like I was driving a mini-van. With the Quest, not only does it not look like your average mini-van, but you feel like you're driving a luxurious car, not some soccer mom vehicle (even though that's what it is). The interior is amazing, my husband & I actually argue on who's going to drive it where as before I could have cared less. I love this van & would HIGHLY recommend it to anyone in the market for a new mini-van w/ a large family.
Love my Quest
1sttimequestbuyer, 09/10/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We looked at all minivans before looking at the quest, it was our final stop. I test drove it and loved it! It does drive like a car and is very comfortable. I love the room inside. The seats are very comfortable. I am getting the average minivan gas mileage so i cant complain about that. I would recommend this van to anyone, and for what you get for the price compared to odyssey and sienna its a great deal. I also love that all the seats can fold flat without having to be taken out of the vehicle.
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE
Jimbou, 02/16/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent when it is new. VERY new. Because at 4 months, it is old yet. the interior sounds like if the car was 10 years old. Wind, rattle, vibrations. Customer support overlooks my problems with arrogance. Nothing abnormal, they say.
Great MPG
ed, 02/22/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We needed larger transportation so we checked out Honda, Toyota and Nissan. The Nissan had what we needed and at the right price. We drove 300 miles to the shore the next week and got 29.6 mpg all highway with cruse control. Mixed driving is 21 mpg. Love the tinted glass on the base model. It carries everything you need to take the family on vacation. It is also great for getting on the highway, very good acceleration.
Road champ
brooksfam08, 03/11/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2000 Quest SE which we loved dearly. I thought it would be hard to see it go but na, I don't look back anymore because this performance and ride surpasses the old. Our 2000 model was fully loaded but this is definitely a upgrade. This is our 3rd car and it is hard to stay out of it. I got a unbeatable deal which made it very affordable which Honda didn't offer. For the options I have in the Quest SE, the only honda model that could compare is the Touring but the price was ridiculously much higher. Nissan Delivers.
One Year In
Tony, 06/27/2009
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Lots of space. Got a good deal on it, so it was a great value. Drives very much like a big car. Good power and pretty decent gas mileage (18 city - 24 to 25 highway). Agree with others that the body structure is a little loose.
Nissan Family
c_howe, 02/25/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We used to drive a 1993 Nissan Quest, and just over a year ago we finally sold it. We replaced it with a 2000 Dodge Caravan. Probably my most regrettable choice ever. We just purchased a new Quest 3.5 S and couldn't be more thrilled. I wouldn't even look at another brand of minivan, and will replace this one in many years with another Quest. The interior design is so comfortable for my family of 6. The exterior is very stylish. We love it!
Family dream
Gary, 03/23/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Quest is a fun to drive take everyone and everything van with multiple seating arrangements without removing a single seat or head rest. The ride is smooth and effortless, but still fun to drive. Still getting used to the navigation system, but the 3-D view that it offers is great. We gladly would recommend the Quest to anyone considering buying a minivan.
Best of the best
atf, 03/31/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 S 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We just bought a 2008 Quest after looking and driving other make(Honda & toyota), but in my own opinion this is the best among them, in terms of performance, comfort, finish quality and value. This van runs like my E 350 MB, very smooth and responsive, and more features for your money. Reliability and dependabilty, I like nissan, this is our fifth nissan car.
Was worth it
Michael G., 08/30/2008
2008 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We (my wife and I) cannot be more happy; I love the acceleration, space, comfort, sound and the feel driving this car.