Overview & Reviews

Nissan was born in Japan, and like other marques from its homeland, the brand is known for crafting vehicles that place an emphasis on quality and reliability. The company's roster of products is broad, and includes sporty coupes, family sedans, minivans, trucks and SUVs.

The automaker got its start in 1933 as the Jidosha Seico Co., Ltd. The following year, this outfit merged with another Japanese manufacturer, and the new company was christened Nissan Motor Company, Ltd. Nissan initially marketed its vehicles under the Datsun brand, with the first Datsuns being built in 1934. Postwar, the brand made its presence felt worldwide, building a partnership with the U.K.-based Austin Motor Co. and establishing a presence in the United States. The first Datsuns hit American shores in 1958. Vehicles like the Datsun 1000 were based on Austin platforms.

The '60s witnessed Nissan's merger with Prince Motor Company, a union that helped the Asian manufacturer create more luxury-focused vehicles. In the U.S. it began offering its first vehicle styled for the U.S. market, the Datsun 510 sedan. By the end of the decade, Datsun had exported more than 1 million vehicles. Datsun rose to prominence in the 1970s on the popularity of its 240Z sports car. Powered by an inline six-cylinder engine, the car was coveted for its blend of style, performance and affordability. By the time the '70s drew to a close, the automaker's cumulative vehicle exports had surpassed the 10 million mark.

In 1981, Nissan shelved the Datsun name and began selling vehicles worldwide under the Nissan moniker. The '80s also saw Nissan's launch of a tuning division called Nismo for the development of performance-oriented vehicles and accessories. Nissan also brought its production to American shores, with the construction of a Georgia-based plant.

The early '90s saw Nissan's fortunes rise in the U.S. thanks to fun-to-drive cars like the 300ZX, Maxima and Sentra. But this trend didn't last long and by the late '90s Nissan's offerings consisted of anonymous vehicles. The company's future was uncertain.

After the turn of the new century Nissan bounced back, helped by a 1999 alliance with Renault that boosted the company's finances. Its redesigned Sentra and Altima boosted sales and consumer interest, as did new models like the 350Z sports car, Armada SUV and Titan pickup. Today the manufacturer is known for offering a wide range of well-regarded vehicles, including the popular Murano SUV, the incredible GT-R supercar and the all-electric Leaf.

User Reviews:

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  quest - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Lshaffer - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Just dont buy it from Browns Sterling Nissan. Salesperson was good but the managers are horrible.. They have terrible attitudes and dont care about customer service.

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  Cool Minivan with the comforts of Home - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By K and M - March 19 - 2:00 am

  With a growing family we really love our new van. Its styling is so different than the competitors. The kids love the "big screen" DVD player and we love the comfort of the ride. The dash is awesome and very 21st century and very classy. The mileage is better than our old grand voyager. All in all its a very cool ride

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  Impressive Design with Power - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Quest owner - March 19 - 2:00 am

  This past wekend I had to rent a car for work and they gave me a Dodge Caravan. Believe me it is liking driving an old fashioned mini church van. The Quest has taken the van market to a new level. The interior is spacious and well designed. We have been stopped by numerous people just to look at the interior. The exterior is sleek and stylish. Believe me look at the other vans before you look at the Quest or you will not get to the next car lot. This van everythiing you need for all power side and rear doors, power, and the only van with a glass top.

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  Beats an SUV anyday - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By DebScott - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I was going for an SUV, however when I drove the new Nissan Quest... I was Hooked... And everybody always complements me on the car... GREAT MINIVAN

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  The Best - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By kendyl@aol.com - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Best in Speed, The best in sunroof feature, the best in console arrangement, the best in styling, the best in handling. Even when I compared it to the Odyssey.

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  More than I asked for - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Warteman - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I travel as an entertainer and I must carry all my sound equipment with me. Its capable and still has room for four. The dash allows night driving without the glare from the instrument panel to reflect on the windshield. The gas mileage stays around 23MPG, only because I drive at 80MPH. At 65MPH, it gets 26MPG. I love it!

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  Great overall - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By sgthr - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Extremely comfortable, spacious, feels solid on the road, handles like a sports car. Incredible turning radius. Brings standard a lot of factory features that would be extra options in other vehicles. It is very quiet, and has a lot of power. The seat configurations are very easy and useful (second row seats fold flat, no need to remove). plenty of trunk space even with the third row seat in the up position. Very good fuel economy. Great warranty and service.

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  Quest Review - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Meaux - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I love this hybrid SUV/Minivan

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  Nice Quest - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Anthony LoCicero - March 19 - 2:00 am

  It has made riding on trips a pleasure. Since it has the optional DVD the kids no longer complain. On our first trip I didnt hear the words Are we there yet? The van is quick and responsive with plenty of head and leg room.

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  Best - 2004 Nissan Quest
  By Caverly - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I am so impressed with this vehicle. I drove a number of other brands.