At a Glance: 2013 Nissan Quest
From its bold styling with full surround glass to its extensive list of family-friendly innovations, the 2013 Nissan Quest "gets" parenting better than any other minivan. With one-touch power sliding doors, quick release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats, Advanced Climate Control System, and an always-available rear storage well, Quest provides the innovation to help make the impossible possible on a daily basis.
Enhancements for 2013 include the addition of standard Around View® Monitor on LE models, and an available DVD Entertainment System on SV and SL models (it remains standard on Quest LE and was previously offered as an option on SL).
Key features of the 2013 Nissan Quest minivan include standard Nissan Intelligent Key® and optional one-touch power-sliding doors, which unlock and open the side door with the simple touch of a button; quick-release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats -- the 3rd row folds forward unlike any other minivan, so there is no stowing required; available Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS) with Plasmacluster® air purifier and Grape Polyphenol Filter, which works three ways to help reduce allergens and unwanted odors within the Quest cabin; and a standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy-Fill Tire Alert that lets owners know when the ideal inflation is reached with a beep of the horn.
Quest's sophisticated, modern exterior combines fluid sculptural elements with a dynamic mass and crafted details to provide a fresh take on minivan design. In front, the bold bumper and horizontal grille and headlights blend into the side character line. The bold door sections and surfaces flow seamlessly into the rear "boomerang" taillights and tailgate finisher, helping create a look as if Quest was carved from one solid piece of sculptor's stone.
Also, the sliding door step-in height is several inches lower than competitive minivans, which is helpful for small children or older adults getting into the 2nd or 3rd rows. To assist entry further, the Quest's 2nd row features a standard walk-in device for easier access to the 3rd row. Finally, a one-touch unlock/open power rear liftgate is standard on Quest SL and LE models. Third row power return seatbacks are standard on Quest LE.
All 2013 Quest models feature a standard VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 rated at 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, and an advanced Xtronic CVT® transmission that provides a smooth driving experience. Fuel economy is estimated at 19 mpg City/25 mpg Highway. Quest also features 4-wheel independent suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes and vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering.
As part of Nissan's "Safety Shield" concept, Quest is designed to incorporate a number of advanced safety systems, including the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system, which is standard on Quest LE. BSW helps alert the driver by illuminating an indicator light in the outside mirror if another vehicle is detected in the blind spot area. If the driver then engages the turn signal, the indicator flashes and an audible alert sounds.
The 2013 Nissan Quest is offered in four well-equipped models: S, SV, SL and LE.
