Nissan Versa
The 2025 Nissan Versa presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong initial build quality.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2024 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2023 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | 27-35 mpg combined |
| 2022 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | 27-35 mpg combined |
| 2021 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2020 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2019 | 27 | 36 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.53 | 7.84 | 27-30 mpg combined |
| 2018 | 26 | 35 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 8.11 | — |
| 2017 | 26 | 35 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 8.11 | 27-39 mpg combined |
| 2016 | 26 | 35 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 8.11 | 26-40 mpg combined |
| 2015 | 26 | 35 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 8.11 | — |
| 2014 | 26 | 35 | 30 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2013 | 26 | 35 | 30 | 9.05 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2012 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | — |
| 2011 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | 24-29 mpg combined |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Manual/Standard | Front-Wheel Drive | 122 hp | 114 lb-ft | In-Line |
| 2022 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | 122 hp | 114 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2021 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4x2 | 109 hp | 107 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2018 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 109 hp | 107 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2016 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | HR16DE | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 109 hp | 107 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2015 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | — | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | HR16DE | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 109-122 hp | 107-127 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2011 | sedan | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | MR18DE, HR16DE | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 107-122 hp | 111-127 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | Trim | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Note | pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | SV | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Trim: SV |
| 2024 | — | SR | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Trim: SR |
| 2023 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $15,980, MSRP range: $15,980 - $19,970, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for S Manual to SR CVT trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | S | USD | $15,980 | $15,980 - $19,970 | 0.9 | MSRP for S Manual to SR CVT trims. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | — | — | Trim: S |
| 2022 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $15,080, MSRP range: $15,080 - $18,490, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Starting MSRP for S grade with manual transmission to fully loaded., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | SR | USD | $15,080 | $15,080 - $18,490 | 0.9 | Starting MSRP for S grade with manual transmission to fully loaded. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | — | — | Trim: SR |
| 2021 | — | SV | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Trim: SV |
| 2020 | — | Grade S (MT) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $18,340 | — | Base price: $18,340, Trim: Grade S (MT) |
| 2019 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $12,360, MSRP range: $12,360 - $16,090, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for S, S Plus, and SV trims. Destination and handling charges may apply., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | Grade S | USD | $12,360 | $12,360 - $16,090 | 0.9 | MSRP for S, S Plus, and SV trims. Destination and handling charges may apply. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | $16,090 | Nissan Versa SV SE Plus | Base price: $16,090, Trim: Grade S, Note: Nissan Versa SV SE Plus |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $13,005 | — | Base price: $13,005 |
| 2017 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $11,990, MSRP range: $11,990 - $18,175, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Base MSRP for S Manual to SL trim., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | — | USD | $11,990 | $11,990 - $18,175 | 0.9 | Base MSRP for S Manual to SL trim. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | — | — | — |
| 2016 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $11,990, MSRP range: $11,990 - $17,140, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Excludes destination charges and taxes., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | — | USD | $11,990 | $11,990 - $17,140 | 0.9 | Excludes destination charges and taxes. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | — | — | — |
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| 2011 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $9,990, MSRP range: $9,990 - $17,410, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Starting MSRP for the 1.6 Base Sedan was $9,990. The SL Hatchback with CVT had an MSRP of $17,410., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/15/2026 | — | USD | $9,990 | $9,990 - $17,410 | 0.9 | Starting MSRP for the 1.6 Base Sedan was $9,990. The SL Hatchback with CVT had an MSRP of $17,410. | llm_estimate | 6/15/2026 | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 416 | 14.7 | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2024 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 416 | 14.7 | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 417 | 14.7 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 425 | 15 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.1 | 16 | 16 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 425 | 15 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 17 | 17 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 422 | 14.9 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 16 | 16 | CD + Stereo | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 422 | 14.9 | — | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | 15 | 15 | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 422 | 14.9 | — | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 102.4 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 422 | 14.9 | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 391 | 13.8 | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | pedestrianAeb | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Nissan Versa 4 FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2019 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2018 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — |
| 2017 | — | 4 | — | 4 | 2017 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — |
| 2016 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2016 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2015 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2014 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2013 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2012 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2011 Nissan Versa 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
| Year | infotainment | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 2022 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 2021 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 2018 | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — |
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Model year reports
2025
NewestThe 2025 Nissan Versa presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong initial build quality.
2024
The 2024 Nissan Versa offers good overall safety ratings and impressive fuel economy, but significant recall activity for the driver's airbag inflator warrants careful inspection.
2023
The 2023 Nissan Versa offers a good balance of fuel efficiency and safety ratings, achieving an overall 5-star NHTSA score.
2022
The 2022 Nissan Versa stands out with an excellent reliability rating, backed by zero recalls and complaints in its initial year.
2021
The 2021 Nissan Versa offers a competent package with excellent safety ratings and good fuel economy.
2020
The 2020 Nissan Versa offers good fuel economy and a top safety rating, but potential buyers must confirm the critical fuel system recall has been addressed and be aware of repeated lighting system recalls.
2019
The 2019 Nissan Versa offers economical transportation with good safety ratings, but its average reliability verdict, bolstered by numerous TSBs and a recall for the backup camera system, necessitates careful pre-purchase inspection.
2018
The 2018 Nissan Versa offers economical transportation with a decent overall safety score, but potential buyers must be aware of a moderate-severity recall for the ignition switch.
2017
The 2017 Nissan Versa presents an average reliability profile, with significant ownership concerns centered on potential **side curtain air bag failures**.
2016
The 2016 Nissan Versa offers a straightforward ownership experience with good fuel economy and a solid safety score of 4 out of 5 stars overall.
2015
The 2015 Nissan Versa offers average reliability, but buyers must prioritize verifying the completion of a critical safety recall involving accelerator and brake pedal interference.
2014
The 2014 Nissan Versa offers average reliability, but potential buyers must prioritize verifying the completion of critical safety recalls, particularly concerning the brake pedal linkage and ignition switch.
2013
The 2013 Nissan Versa offers economical transportation with a 30 MPG combined rating, but its average reliability verdict and a critical recall for brake pedal interference warrant careful inspection.
2012
The 2012 Nissan Versa presents a below-average reliability outlook for used car shoppers.
2011
The 2011 Nissan Versa presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to extensive critical recalls concerning air bag inflator failures.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Nissan Versa?
Carfocal currently has 15 published Versa reports, covering 2011 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Nissan Versa presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong initial build quality.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025.
Is the Nissan Versa reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Nissan Versa. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 nissan versa presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong initial build quality. and the 2025 nissan versa offers strong value for budget-conscious buyers prioritizing reliability and low running costs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
15 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Nissan Versa?
Across Carfocal's published Versa guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, CV Axle Boots, and Engine Air Filter. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, CV Axle Boots, and Engine Air Filter.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 15
- Years tracked
- 15
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints