2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo is a simpler trim lineup: the SL was dropped, leaving the S and SV. Otherwise, this was a quiet carryover year with no redesign or major mechanical update.
About the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo
1st generation (2012-2021), late-cycle year with no major 2020 update.
Nissan positioned the NV Cargo as a hard-working commercial van with a more familiar truck-like front end and cabin than cab-forward rivals. Its main appeal was straightforward utility: strong towing and payload capability, cargo space sized for work equipment and 4'x8' sheets, wide-opening rear doors, and a tall High Roof option for standing room. It is a business tool first, aimed at contractors, delivery work, and fleet use rather than luxury or flashy tech.
The S is the straightforward work trim, with a 4.0-liter V6, a 7-inch touchscreen, a rearview camera, under-seat storage, and three cargo-area lights. The SV is set up more like a mobile workspace, adding a lockable center console, cabin and cargo-area power outlets, rear parking sensors, and hardboard cargo panels.
What changed, by category
2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter / V8, 5.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd | Automatic, 5-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 261–375 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft | 281–387 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6900 lb | 6900 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 234.1 cu-ft | 234.1 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cruise Control | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| Tow Hooks | ||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Tilt Wheel | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo?
The biggest change was the removal of the SL trim, which left the S and SV in the lineup. The SV also made its 7-inch touchscreen standard and moved satellite radio from standard to optional equipment.
Was the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo redesigned?
No, the 2020 NV2500 HD Cargo was not redesigned. Its truck-based structure, roof configurations, exterior design, safety equipment, and basic mechanical setup carried over.
Which trims did the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo have?
The 2020 NV2500 HD Cargo came in S and SV trims. The previously offered SL trim was no longer part of the lineup.
What technology changed on the 2020 NV2500 HD Cargo SV?
The SV's 7-inch touchscreen became standard for 2020, while satellite radio changed from standard to optional. There was no broader infotainment overhaul across the lineup.
Did the 2020 Nissan NV2500 HD Cargo receive a new engine?
No, there was no confirmed engine or transmission update for 2020. The heavy-duty NV Cargo range continued with its existing V6 and V8 engine choices.