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2017 Nissan Versa Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Though basic even for a subcompact sedan, the 5-passenger Nissan Versa does have its share of redeeming qualities, not the least of which is a starting MSRP that will again have the Scrooges of the world dancing in the streets. Other redeeming qualities in this ultra-affordable 4-door include the roomiest rear seating in the segment, an impressive 14.9 cubic feet of trunk space, and a surprisingly comfortable ride.
Nissan has announced no changes for the upcoming year’s Versa lineup, so expect the 2017 version to again come in 4 trims: the S, S Plus, SV, and the flagship SL. All editions offer front-wheel drive (FWD) only, and lower trims have a distinctly low-end feel both inside and out.
The Versa, which debuted for the 2007 model year, last underwent a refresh for 2015. Upgrades included reworked exterior styling, a more upscale interior look, and upgraded cabin amenities like standard Bluetooth hands-free calling (which came on all trims). Now well into its second generation, the Versa, as well as its Versa Note hatchback sibling, won’t ever be plush, but it remains an almost perfect first new car. The Versa Note, by the way, is covered in a separate overview.
Powering this pint-size 4-door is a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with three different transmissions. The entry-level S trim is delivered with a standard 5-speed manual transmission, while a 4-speed automatic transmission comes optional. All other trims feature a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that, though clunky, is the most fuel efficient.
Look for all trims boasting the CVT to get an EPA-estimated 31 mpg city/40 highway/35 combined, while a Versa S toting the 5-speed stick-shift gets 27/36/30, and the S with the 4-speed automatic is estimated at 26/35/30. One track test had the Versa going from 0 to 60 in 10.4 seconds, around a half-second slower than most rivals.
Nissan offers the Versa S with distinctly spartan features, for which there is no apology, since its starting price is lower than many similarly sized and equipped used vehicles. Move up to the higher trims and the bling factor rises exponentially, as does the MSRP. Costlier trims boast such standard features as a rear-view camera, power-adjustable outside mirrors, a rear spoiler, and satellite radio, while NissanConnect destination downloads and phone apps also come standard on the SL. The Versa's touted value means a number of glaring omissions, including a tilt-only steering wheel, little in the way of cabin soundproofing, and, in the S, no split-folding rear seatbacks. But, as a positive, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with an integrated remote garage door opener is optional on all trims, including the base S.
Standard safety features aboard the Versa include the usual array of government-mandated equipment, such as front and front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head curtain airbags, and traction and stability control. Look, also, for front disc and rear drum antilock brakes (ABS). Higher Versa trims add standard front fog/driving lights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors, and a remote antitheft alarm to the list, with the SL also tossing in Nissan’s unique Easy-Fill tire-inflation alert system, which interfaces with the tire-pressure monitor when you’re inflating the tires and beeps the horn as an indication that the proper psi has been reached.
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the current Versa its second-highest score of 4 stars overall in crashworthiness testing, while the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awards it a best score of Good on all tests except for the small-overlap frontal offset, in which the Versa scored a worst-possible Poor. The IIHS also gave its second-highest score of Acceptable for the Versa's LATCH child-seat anchoring system’s ease of use.
Challengers to the Versa, all of which offer better performance and features, as well as a higher price tag, include the Ford Fiesta, Chevrolet Sonic, Scion iA, Hyundai Accent, and Kia Rio.
User reviews for 2017 Nissan Versa
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by Charles P
Apr 21, 2024
The Versa is everything I had hoped for. Runs great and looks nice.
Apr 21, 2024
by Life O
Jan 26, 2024
I loved all of it it was so beautiful Jan 26, 2024
by Anonymous
Aug 21, 2023
perfect transmission, engine, air, new tires no special details Aug 21, 2023
User rating:
by Charles P
Apr 21, 2024
The Versa is everything I had hoped for. Runs great and looks nice.
Apr 21, 2024
by Life O
Jan 26, 2024
I loved all of it it was so beautiful Jan 26, 2024
by Anonymous
Aug 21, 2023
perfect transmission, engine, air, new tires no special details Aug 21, 2023
by Greg J
May 28, 2023
Drives well
Good economy car for our daughter
Her first car May 28, 2023
by Anonymous
May 15, 2023
My 2017 Versa SV is fun to drive, dependable, has enough power for me (if I want 0-60 in 7 seconds I will drive my other car), and it gets incredible gas mileage. Comfortable, nice inside, roomy, good ride, handles well. I cant believe I bought it new for only $19,500 out the door including taxes etc. I also like the way it looks. It is a cleaner smoother design than the new Versas. Kind of reminds me of a modern strectched version of the old VW beetle. I plan to keep it until it falls apart, which will probably be 40 years from now or more.May 15, 2023
by Linda E
Feb 23, 2023
Great value. This is my third Nissan. It’s been great!Feb 23, 2023
by Anonymous
Dec 22, 2020
I got the Versa S and it’s as basic as it gets besides A/C and power steering. Bought it as a commuter car only and it does exactly that. In the city / rural road driving I’m averaging 38 mpg. Feels reliable as can be every time it starts up. I’m sure they have better packages to improve comfort and accessory options but this car fits all of my needs.
Definitely a value vehicle with MPG and reliability in front of mind.Dec 22, 2020
by Deborah S
Oct 09, 2020
Love this car. Takes a minute to get up to speed but its great. Great on gas, roomy inside, lots of trunk space. Love the color inside and out. Excellent choice. The body is kind of compared to a Toyota Corolla. But better. Great price for a great car!!!Oct 09, 2020
by donkey r
Aug 31, 2020
Love how cheap they are getting 35 mpg with the 5 speed Manuel great little cars. Has more room then are full-size Chrysler 200 S would defently recommend one but only with Manuel transmissionAug 31, 2020
by janice w
Aug 11, 2020
Features
Value
It was a nissian that holds its value
Aug 11, 2020
by Anonymous
Jun 05, 2020
love all the features, my favorite vehicle by far in 35 years of owning a vehicle. Jun 05, 2020
by Elizabeth P
May 30, 2020
This is one is great. Some of them are overpriced. Its seating is very comfortable and drives great.May 30, 2020
by Anthony .
May 12, 2020
Comfortable, great gas mileage. Easy to drive. Inexpensive. Would recommend.May 12, 2020
by Anonymous
Apr 25, 2020
Had everything we wanted great deal and car we bought it!Apr 25, 2020
by Anonymous
Apr 24, 2020
Overall it seems to be a very good car. Smooth and comfortable ride with great gas mileage. The Versa S has some decent features. Though the differences between it and the SV model are small, they are quite noticeable. I personally didnt need the backup camera or the plush interior fabric, the: push to start alloy rims, extra power outlets would have been worth the extra expense. Apr 24, 2020
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2017 Nissan Versa Pricing
Original MSRP
$11,990 to $17,280Price range
$7,237 to $7,885Average price on CG
$7,346YoY price change
$7,711 to $7,346Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brake width: 0.87 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 8.0 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.07
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brake width: 0.87 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 8.0 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: decklid · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brake width: 0.87 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 8.0 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: decklid · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brake width: 0.87 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 8.0 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: driver
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: decklid · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Travel Link · Infotainment: NissanConnect · Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic