Nissan Quest V42
The avant-garde minivan with a 350Z heart and polarizing style.
- Power
- 240 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.1 s
- Top speed
- 126 mph
- Est. value
- $700–$6k
About the Nissan Quest V42
The third-generation Nissan Quest (V42) was a radical departure from its conservative predecessors, featuring a bold, elongated exterior and a highly unconventional interior with a centrally mounted instrument cluster. Built on the FF-L platform shared with the Altima and Maxima, it was powered by the acclaimed VQ35DE V6 engine, famously used in the 350Z sports car. Despite its performance credentials and innovative 'Skyview' glass roof panels, the Quest's polarizing design and early reliability issues hindered its commercial success against more traditional rivals. Today, it is remembered as one of the most daring attempts to redefine the minivan aesthetic.
Nissan Quest V42 specs
The Nissan Quest V42 produces 240 bhp (179 kW) and 328 Nm (242 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.1 seconds and has a top speed of 126 mph (203 km/h).
| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Quest |
| Generation | V42 |
| Trim | 3.5 |
| Years | 2003–2009 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | Van |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $24,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.5-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,498 cc (3.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 240 bhp (179 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 328 Nm (242 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.1 s |
| Top speed | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,842 kg (4,061 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 130 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Nissan Quest V42 worth?
A typical Nissan Quest V42 is estimated to be worth $700 – $6,000 (about £522 – £4,500).
Its original price when new was about $24,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Nissan Quest V42 rarity in CarSpot
The Nissan Quest V42 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 2 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Nissan Quest V42 fun facts
- The V42 Quest was the first Japanese-brand minivan to be designed and manufactured entirely in the United States, at Nissan's Canton, Mississippi plant.
- Its 3.5-litre VQ-series engine was a detuned version of the same unit found in the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35.
- The interior featured a unique 'barrel' shaped centre console and was one of the first minivans to offer a fold-flat second and third row of seats.