Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5 - Frequently Asked Questions - Initial b 

It’s a really rare car *identical Elgrand drives past*

It would be interesting to see a size comparison of the Nissan, the Toyota, the Mazda Bongo and the VW T6. Seeing them all parked side by side and simultaneously compared would help some of us (me) work out if they are big enough. I know the VW well but not the Japanese imports so it makes a good benchmark.

This information was exactly what I was looking for.

Thanks for these videos on the Elgrand !

the VQ engine is thirsty in any car, I think it will be worth hanging on to these for engine conversions some day

Good video, I think you must have a hefty right foot though. I get 35+mpg on a run and between 20 and 25mpg around town. (Best ever urban I managed 27!). The introduction of fully synthetic oil made a difference, as did the removal of the rear catalytic converters and the replacement of the front cats with sport ones. I replaced my roof dvd unit with a UK item ~ it works fine and who needs a player in the front anyway? Nissan can supply a UK/Europe satnav disc - or just buy a Tom-Tom. I fitted high-performance brake pads and "Greenline" tyres; much longer life. My vehicle is older than yours; I specifically wanted only one side door, and I think the older ones were more fuel efficient, unless you buy almost brand new. The Elgrand is, without doubt, the best MPV. Money can buy - unless you go American.

Great video dude. Concise too. Love your work. I bought E51 my 2004 3days ago 🎉 (might need to buy a cheap hot hatch what I don’t need to size lol) looking forward to driving her. Guess that can’t play English DVD? You said something about mark3? Also looking to remove lower mididisk etc and replace with something compatible with iPhone/android, any suggestions what aid/vis system would work? Be nice to get DVD to play on rear tv too

Nice...!!!

Fantastic video. Did it come with underseal? How often do/did you have to get it recoated?

Haven't got a need for this but love the look of it and all the features, going to check them out, is series 3 the best to go for?

Great video. For insurance purposes is it classed as a car or van??

Hi mate, i have the elgrand 2007 e51 model (full japanese).. can you pls. share if it’s possible to connect iphone 13 to the carplay . pls. & thnks …😊

3:23 - 7 seater, no? Sorry if I'm being dense but it looks like a 2-2-3 to me. Where are all 8 seats?

Hi!How it’s the suspension/ride in one of this?Parent of an special needs child. I’m thinking to purchase one ,the 2nd row swivel seats fits our requirements .Thank you!Marry Christmas 🎄

My back boot won't open

I read that the 3.5 is higher compression and MUST be ran on the higher octane fuel (V power etc)… is that true?

Hey, how come you decided to sell in the end? I'm actually looking to purchase one, would love to hear your thoughts on if you think its a viable van.

£80.00 to fill mine up. Where do you buy your fuel?! What did you pay, and what mileage? Fantastic motor, so much better value than VW.

What alloy wheels are they on that? I like rhose, fancy aset for mine...

You planned that other Elgrand to come driving by right?

What is the small mirror wing attachment on the passenger side.?? Anyone know..??

What sort of roof rack can I put on my 2005 E51 XL

Any idea if there is a headlight buzzer , if i forget to switch off the lights ?

Can that head unit be swapped into a series 2 ?

I’ve bought an E51 Elgrand 3.5 in the last two weeks, what a beast and I’m slowly getting around to how things work on it, even buying and English language hand book.. However..can anyone tell me how the small mirror on the left hand wing works..please..cheers..

Can't fine the dvd remote how can I play it without it

what tire size please?

Is it a blown fuse

I HAVE A 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND IAM HAVING TROUBLE WITH ENGINE LIGHT ON AN NOBODY CAN SCAN DIAGNOSED WHAT IS WRONG THEY ONLY HAVE LATE MODEL SCANNERS YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHAT SCANNER TO USE ON MY VAN

What year is the series 3?

Can yo get it remaped for better economy

225/45/18 ??

I love these but do they do them with a manual gear box

Change pads and discs every 2 years ???......no chance

What tire size please ?