| Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Toyota Prius | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 150 hp@6000 139 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 108.3 in | 9.8 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 181.1 in | 19.7 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 70.2 in | 7.4 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 55.9 in | 15.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3097 lb. | 1270 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 8.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.0 in | 4.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 55.3 in | 9.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 43.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 36.4 in | 5.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 52.8 in | 10.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 51.7 in | 14.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 34.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 43 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 23.8 | 39.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | 58 ft3 |
| 2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Toyota Prius.