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What's under the hood

Every 2007 Nissan Quest draws its power from a 3.5-liter, dual overhead cam, 24-valve, V6 engine that runs on premium fuel. Horsepower is rated at 240 and peaks at 5,800 rpm, while torque peaks at 242 lb.-ft. at 4,400 rpm, all of which reaches the front wheels thanks to a five-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain, used liberally across the Nissan lineup though tuned for specific applications, allows the 2007 Quest to tow up to 3,500 pounds. Traction control is standard; stability control is optional.

What's inside

Available in four trims – 3.5, 3.5S, 3.5SL, 3.5SE – the 2007 Nissan Quest gets props for its freshened interior. The quirky center gauge cluster, the one that turned off so many prospective buyers, has been relocated to its traditional home behind the steering wheel, the center instrument panel has been redesigned for improved ergonomics and includes new buttons with a more pleasant feel, new fake light wood or metallic trim is available, all interior panels have been reworked for better fit and finish, and the fold-away third row seat is spring-loaded for easy one-handed operation with automatic folding headrests. Unlike some competitors, all rear seats fold into the floor so there’s no carrying heavy buckets and benches into the garage.

Lower models get an eight-speaker sound system and cloth seats, while the 3.5SE gets a 265-watt Bose stereo with a six-disc CD changer and leather seats. All models can be equipped with a rear DVD entertainment system, though features like navigation and satellite radio are reserved for 3.5SL and 3.5SE models.

What it looks like

During the 2007 Nissan Quest’s debut at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show, company engineers focused a great deal on the issue of quality, describing the significant time and effort that went into reevaluating every aspect of the Quest, the result of which is what they claim to be a much improved minivan. The exterior features a new grille, smoked headlights, revised taillights, updated wheels, and chrome accents.