2009 Nissan Quest SL
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- Photo: 2007 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL, front right, 04-26-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: NISSAN QUEST (V42) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Trailer Hitch Install (2457775245) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL, rear right, 04-26-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Nissan Quest Interior (2313096071) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Nissan Quest SL is a 240-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,550 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 240 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 242 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Quest measures 204.1 inches long on a 124.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,175 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,550 ($46,288 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve V6 (VQ35DE) |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 242 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.66 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.03 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.98 |
| 4th Gear | 1.34 |
| 5th Gear | 1.01 |
| Reverse | 5.11 |
| Final Drive | 2.27 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 20.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 39.9 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 in. Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 in. Alloy |
| Tires Front | P225/60R17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/60R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 204.1 in |
| Width | 77.6 in |
| Height | 70 in |
| Wheelbase | 124 in |
| Front Track | 67.3 in |
| Rear Track | 67.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 148.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,175 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2009 Nissan Quest SL with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan QUEST. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.
NHTSA campaign 23V067000
Mar 2, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.
Consequence: THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10V072000
22 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan QUEST
Owner Complaints
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan QUEST (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 NISSAN QUEST. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.