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Researching and want to buy an NV. The 2500 is rated to handle all my requirements, but I don't see all that many with V8 engines. The majority on the lots are V6. Seems most 3500 have V8 engines. No dealers close by, so I have not got to test drive either one yet. How does the 3500 ride compared to the 2500? I currently have a Chevy 3500 van & the suspension is so stiff that when you run over a small bump in the road it feels like you just fell into the grand canyon. You better make sure you have the EXTRA strength poligrip on your dentures or they are going to come out. I want to get away from the really stiff ride. How does the Nissan 3500 ride compared to the 2500?

I'm looking to get a 2500 High Roof. Trying to figure out which engine I need. I sometimes tow a 16 ft. 6000 lb enclosed trailer full of equipment. All my mileage is local short trips never over 20 miles one way. 75% of miles are without towing the trailer. I currently drive a Chevy Express 3500 Van with a 5.7 liter V8. It tows the trailer with no problems. However it only gets around 12 mpg around town when not towing. I was hoping to be able to use the 4.0 liter V6 in the Nissan 2500 because it says it can tow up to 7000 lbs. It thought maybe I could get a couple more mpg's out of the V6 when I'm not towing which accounts for most of my driving . I'm just wondering if anyone has towed that much weight with the V6 & how well does it tow?