2004 Nissan Quest Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.41/5 Average
520 Total Reviews
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The 2004 Quest is an all-new minivan from Nissan that features distinctive styling, innovative features and a powerful V6.

Pros:
  • Flat-folding rear seats, several trim levels to choose from, head airbag protection for all occupants, smooth 240-horse V6, comfortable ride.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • Disappointing Reliability - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    Very disappointing reliability, just over 60,000/5 yer drive train warranty, required new front wheel bearings, the one month later a new timing chain was needed. Timing chain is supposed to last life of engine. Is a $2,500 service job. Nissan would not cover, decided to trade in. Be very wary if purchasing a used 2004 Quest van if the timing chains have not been replaced yet. Nissan is aware of problem, issues a tech bulletin 1 year ago, but no recall. If buying a newer year, make sure you bring it in for service if engine ever makes a whining sound before warranty is up. I had planned on keeping it more than 5 years and 60,700 miles but could not see spending an additional $2,500 now.

  • Great Car! - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    The new Quest is not like a mini-van, but more like a car. It rides beautifully, has excellent pick-up, and has lots of great features. My favorite is the sunroof! It is NOT for the person who wants the standard old mini- van. The speedometer and gauges are in the middle of the dash board. I think this is cool, because I can see better from the drivers seat. ALL of the 2nd and 3rd row seats fold down. The 2nd row seats also tilt back and forth individually. And dont forget the heated mirrors in winter.

  • unsafe on steep downgrades. - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    We love and hate our new Quest 3.5S. The problem is the transmission. In low gear, on a 10% downgrade,from a complete stop, the car will accelerate to 50 mph in 0.3 of a mile without ever using the gas pedal. I have since test driven one other Quest 3.5S and a 3.5SL they both performed the same way. If you think it is unsafe please write the NHTSA to get it recalled.

  • Rattle Trap! - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    Like other reviewers, we were initially attracted to the Quests sleek body style and "non-minivan" appeal; indeed, every day we get comments from admirers. Unfortunately, though, the vehicles integrity does not match its style. Weve had it back to the dealer 3 times for interior/side door shudders, rattles, and other mechanical malfunction, and for starting failure during cold weather. Generally, we receive inconclusive answers from the service department. We would love to keep it but need it to just WORK!!!

  • Best Minivan For the Money - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    Therere two things Im against in a vehicle: Front wheel drive and Minivan. But yet weve had this Quest since 01/2004 and my wife loves it. She likes it better than the Mercedes ML430 weve had for the last three years. Me, I have nothing against this front-wheel drive minivan.

  • Happy with the van - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    We have been happy overall with this van. I love the interior design, especially the center console. The car continues to drive well and has been very reliable. Handling is good. It is comfortable to drive on the highway. One drawback, backing up and parking are both difficult. Material- wise, I like it but have a few complaints. First of all, the water temp and gas gauges are poorly lit and have poor graphics. Second, I am not happy with the coating on the center console which has worn off in places and in others has become dirty and cant be cleaned. We have had a couple of minor electrical problems with console lights going out, but not a big deal. Overall it was a good deal.

  • skeptical at first, now never happier - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    The 2004 quest is very stylish. i never saw myself driving a minivan, i couldnt even get myself to say it. our family got bigger and our pathfinder got smaller. with a new baby and an 8yr old(both boys) we were running out of room quick. we test drove the quest and i really liked it. it was truly the right purchase. now, we also have room for other family members instead of taking more than one vehicle. i never thought id say it....but i love my minivan, although at 17long it really isnt that mini. it is actually a foot longer than our pathfinder was.

  • a few things about the quest - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    1. nicely designed 2. too many interior knocks (supposed to be repaired by recall..knocked more after "repaired" going in to the shop again. 3. over priced aftermarket items ( dvd player, navigation system ( this should be doen in factory) 4. terrible terrible mileage, nowhere near posted (12mpg local driving) 5. dealer seems to make service as inconvienient as possible. 6. manual back windows pain to open and close. 7. side windows do not open 8. back hatch never completely catches on first attempt. 9. lots of storage 10. great seat design 11.problem with passenger window controls.

  • The right rear door - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    In two months my car has been back 4 times for the same right rear door problem. It intermittently decides to not latch, leaving the door to slide front and back while driving. Very unreliable after 3 years of a good relationship.

  • good wheels - 2004 Nissan Quest
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    looks good lot of power beats all others honda comes close

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