Nissan NV 2500/3500
2012-2021
Payload: 1100 kgGVWR: 3810 kgRWD
Interior dimensions
Measurements for NV 2500 High Roof (the preferred version for camper conversions)
| Cargo length | 3072 mm |
| Cargo width | 1730 mm |
| Cargo height | 1765 mm |
| Usable width | 1410 mm |
| Door width | 1524 mm |
| Door height | 1630 mm |
Recommended layouts
Budget Full-Timer
Fixed rear bed with closet + galley kitchen + portable toilet closet
Budget-conscious van lifers who want a full-size build at low cost
Gear Hauler
Murphy bed or elevated bed + large rear gear garage + compact kitchen
Adventure sports enthusiasts who need gear storage and living space
Traveling Business
Convertible workspace/bed + display area + kitchen + mobile office setup
Mobile business owners who work and live from their van
Estimated budget
Basic
$5,000
Basic insulation, bed platform, 12V system, portable kitchen
Standard
$18,000
Full build: cabinets, solar, water, heater, fridge
Premium
$40,000
Professional build: bathroom, lithium, AC, premium finishes
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cheapest used high-roof van in America — incredible value for the space
- Standing height in high-roof model (1765mm) suits most people
- V8 engine provides strong towing and highway merging power
- Simple truck-based mechanicals — easy and cheap to maintain
- Wide cargo area (1730mm) allows comfortable bed and cabinet layout
Cons
- Discontinued after 2021 — no new models, only used inventory
- Terrible gas mileage (13-18 mpg) with both V6 and V8 options
- Bulky body-on-frame design means a wider turning radius than competitors
- RWD only — no AWD or 4x4 option for off-road use
- Less aftermarket support than Transit or Sprinter due to smaller community
Compatible components
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