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Summary
Nissan has made good use of its Renault parent by basing the Versa (known as the Tiida in the rest of the world) on the same underpinnings used for the popular Renault Megane in Europe. The Nissan Versa delivers decent performance and has a surprising amount of interior space. It feels much bigger than it actually is, which is a good thing. The real joy, though, comes when its gas tank costs half as much to fill as it would for a large SUV, yet it'll go just as far, if not further, on that tank full without having to sacrifice much in the way of performance, space or luxury. It's no wonder the Versa is regarded as a near-luxury car in Japan.New Car Test Drive contributor John Rettie filed this report from Nashville, Tennessee. John F. Katz added some commentary.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Nissan Versa S sedan manual ($12,880); S sedan automatic ($13,680); S hatchback manual ($12,980); S hatchback automatic ($13,780): SL sedan manual ($14,890); SL sedan automatic ($15,640); SL sedan CVT ($15,890); SL hatchback manual ($14,980); SL hatchback CVT ($15,980) |
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Engines:
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1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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CVT |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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advanced frontal airbags, front seat side-impact airbags, full-coverage side-impact curtain airbags, front seat active head restraints, tire pressure monitoring system |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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ABS |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Aguascalientes, Mexico |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Nissan Versa SL hatchback CVT ($15,980) |
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Standard Equipment:
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electric power steering, air conditioning with micro filter, 180-watt AM/FM/CD stereo, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, door armrest pads, glove compartment light,15-inch alloy wheels, tilt steering column, metal pedals, 60/40 split folding rear seats with cargo cover |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Convenience Package ($650) includes intelligent key system, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, steering wheel audio switches, leather-wrapped steering wheel; ABS ($250) |
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Destination Charge:
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660 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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17540 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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122 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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127 @ 4800 |
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Transmission:
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CVT |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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27/33 |
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Wheelbase:
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102.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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169.1/66.7/60.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.3/58.5 |
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Turning circle:
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34.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.6/48.8/41.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.3/47.2/38.0 |
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Cargo volume:
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50.4 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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torsion beam, stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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6.3 |
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Curb weight:
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2758 |
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Tires:
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P185/65R15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/drum, with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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13.2 |
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