Nissan Caravan Wagon (minibus) 2012-2018 used car review

The Nissan Caravan NV350 Wagon is one of the more refined van-based minibus vehicles.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 3 out of 5 Drive , 3.5 out of 5 Interior , 3 out of 5

Overall score , 3.2 out of 5

The good
  • Refined and quiet ride for this type of vehicle
  • Rear seat access makes this suitable as a Passenger Service Vehicle
  • Shoulder belt in every seat rare
The not-so-good
  • No frugal diesel option
  • Seats are narrow
  • Luggage space is tight

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2012 Nissan Caravan Wagon

Price

$25,000 to $37,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

108kW and 213NM

Transmission

Five-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Full size spare

Fuel economy

11.1-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4695mm

Width

1695mm

Height

1990mm

Towing capacity

700kg (unbraked), 1,400kg (braked)

Turning circle

12.1m

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