2014 Nissan Versa Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$11,990 to $16,890

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Among the less expensive new 4-doors available today is the capable, if bland, 2014 Nissan Versa. Along with toting up to 5 folks in its surprisingly roomy cabin, this subcompact sedan offers almost 15 cubic feet of trunk space, with split-folding rear seatbacks in the higher trims adding even more schlepping acreage.

Again this year, Nissan’s bare-bones little sedan comes in four trims, the base 1.6 S, the marginally sportier 1.6 S Plus, the upper-midlevel 1.6 SV and the flagship 1.6 SL. Keeping things simple, this year’s various Versa trims offer only some minor mechanical tweaks and slight feature upgrades.

As is implied in the various trim monikers, a 1.6-liter variable-valve-timed inline 4-cylinder (I4) powerplant is the sole motivation choice in the Versa lineup. The four-banger is managed by one of 3 available transmissions, with the base 1.6 S carrying a standard 5-speed manual transmission or an available 4-speed automatic transmission. All other trims, meanwhile, again sport a continuously variable transmission (CVT). No matter the shifter, the I4 remains capable of 109 hp and 107 lb-ft of torque and, while estimated mileage once more depends on transmission selection, it nonetheless starts out pretty darn good and gets better from there.

Look for 27 mpg city/36 highway with the 1.6 S’s standard stick shift, 26/35 with the available 4-speed automatic and 31/40 with the CVT found in higher trims. Oh, and this value-laden sedan is offered only with front-wheel drive (FWD).

Although Nissan’s little sedan shows a lot of practicality and value, luxurious it’s not. The base 1.6 S, for example, sports 15-inch steel wheels, cloth upholstery, power-adjustable outside mirrors, tilt-wheel steering, air conditioning and a single-CD player with a pair of speakers.

The 1.6 S Plus trim adds a rear spoiler, cruise control, a simulated alloy steering wheel and an additional pair of speakers, while the 1.6 SV tosses in premium cloth upholstery, full power accessories, a split-folding rear seatback and upgraded cabin accents.

The top-shelf 1.6 SL, meantime, flaunts 16-inch alloy wheels, steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, upgraded audio with satellite radio, and Bluetooth hands-free calling.

All lower Versa trims are, of course, eligible for a number of extras found standard on higher trims, including the upgraded audio and alloy wheels that can be added to the 1.6 SV. The flagship 1.6 SL, meantime, can be delivered with an available Technology Package that boasts the NissanConnect system and bundles together a navigation suite with 5.8-inch touchscreen with a rear-view camera, Pandora radio capability and Bluetooth streaming audio. Additionally, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with remote garage door opener, carpeted floor and trunk mats, splash guards, illuminated kick plates, interior accent lighting and Nissan’s Vehicle Tracking and Recovery System are all trim-dependent options aboard this slick sedan.

Finally, standard safety equipment across the 2014 Versa lineup includes 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags, and front and rear head airbags. The flagship 1.6 SL also sports standard front fog/driving lights that are available to the 1.6 SV, while the top-end trim additionally boasts a standard remote antitheft alarm.

Published May 31, 2022 by Eric Tallberg

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by Sandra B
Jan 25, 2024
Good car & features for price. Love NissanJan 25, 2024
by Angie C
Jul 06, 2022
I think this is a great car and I will keep lookingJul 06, 2022
by Tamika S
Feb 28, 2022
great cute color perfect size n save on gas hope price is goodFeb 28, 2022

2014 Nissan Versa Pricing

Original MSRP
$11,990 to $16,890
Price range
$6,364 to $6,373
Average price on CG
$6,367
YoY price change
$6,373 to $6,367

Trims & 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: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Material: cargo area carpet

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.89

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: black · 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

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · 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 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.89

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · 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: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · 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 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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 brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Armrests: drivers seat · Dash trim: alloy · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.89

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip 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 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: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · 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: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

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: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Armrests: drivers seat · Dash trim: alloy · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: passenger

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.89

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip 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 color: body-color · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · 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: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

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