What the 2017 Nissan Versa lacks in frills it makes up for in size and affordability. Those on a budget and willing to live without certain amenities will rewarded with a spacious cabin (including a back seat comfortable enough even for adults) and cargo area. The 2017 Versa is available in four trims plus the larger Versa Note.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Sedan
MSRP
Starting at $18,165
MPG
Up to 31 city / 39 highway
Fuel Type
Regular
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Horsepower
Up to 109 hp
Towing Capacity
N/A
Engine Options
1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine (109 hp, 107 lb-ft) in automatic or manual transmission
Body types
& Trim Options
- S
- S Plus
- SV
- SL
Awards & Rankings
- #15 in Subcompact cars (U.S. News Report)
- #37 in Small cars (U.S. News Report)
Dimensions
175″ L x 67″ W x 60″ H
Features & Specs
Interior
- 2 12v dc power outlets
- Driver foot rest
- LCD monitor
- NissanConnect w/navigation and mobile apps
- 4 speakers
- 5.8″ color touch screen display
- Bluetooth
- Controls on steering wheel
- Streaming audio
- Hands-free text messaging assistant
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio, SiriusXM Traffic, SiriusXM Travel Link
- Including information on fuel prices, weather, movie listings and stock info
- Smartphone app integration for both Apple and Android
- USB/iPod control
- Voice recognition for navigation and audio
- Radio
- In-Dash Single CD
- MP3 Player
- Speed Compensated Volume Control
- Real-Time Traffic Display
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Illuminated entry
- Integrated key transmitter
- Panic button
- Wireless Streaming
Exterior
- Fixed rear window w/defroster
- Front fog lamps
- Galvanized steel panels
- Light tinted glass
- Lip spoiler
- Spare tire mounted inside under cargo
- Steel spare wheel
- Trunk rear cargo access
- Variable intermittent wipers
- Wheels w/ silver accents
- Wheels: 16″ alloy
Safety
- ABS and driveline traction control
- Airbags on 1st and 2nd row
- Airbag occupancy sensor
- Back-up camera
- Driver and passenger front airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Outboard front lap and shoulder safety belts
- Height adjusters and pretensioners
- Rear center 3-point
- Low tire pressure warning
- Rear child safety locks
- Seat-mounted side airbags
- Side impact beams
Optional
Is the 2017 Nissan Versa right for you?
Pros
- Comfortable ride
- High fuel economy with CVT
- Large storage capacity
- Roomy interior (including a back seat comfortable enough for adult passengers)
- Super affordable base price
Cons
- Noisy engine
- Lackluster performance
- Poor personality
- Steering wheel doesn’t telescope