2016 Nissan NV3500 Speaker Sizes

The 2016 Nissan NV3500 factory audio system features dashboard locations that accept 3.5 inch units, front door panel locations that accommodate 6.5 inch units, and rear side panel locations that support 6x9 inch speakers, establishing a baseline 3.5 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a system replacement and audio upgrade consist of full-range and midbass units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2016 Nissan NV3500 Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
1 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 1 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

2016 Nissan NV3500 Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The dashboard position may benefit from replacement consideration given the relatively small 3.5 inch opening, which typically provides limited frequency response compared to larger openings elsewhere in the cabin.
  • Front door panels accommodate either midbass drivers or full-range speakers in the 6.5 inch format, suggesting flexibility in system configuration based on whether a separate tweeter network is planned.
  • The rear side panel location utilizes 6x9 inch oval openings, which generally offer increased cone area over round 6.5 inch options and may contribute enhanced bass output in stock configurations.
  • Upgrading the front door speakers might take priority over other locations, as these positions often handle the majority of midrange frequencies where vocal clarity resides.
  • The 2016 Nissan NV3500 includes both single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility, potentially allowing for head unit upgrades that could enhance signal processing before it reaches the speakers.
  • Full-range compatibility across all three locations indicates the factory system likely operates without separate crossover networks, simplifying direct replacement approaches.
  • The combination of 6.5 inch and 6x9 inch openings in front and rear positions respectively suggests the factory audio design may emphasize rear fill rather than focused front soundstage imaging.