Nissan Versa (vehicle, 2012, sedan, MPG)

[sailordave]

Went to the local Nissan dealer today to check out the Sentra and Altima. They didn't have any Sentra's in stock. While there, I went ahead an took a peek at the Versa Sedan. It has a very large passenger space and trunk for a car in this class and price. City MPG is about 30 with hwy 38. It's style and interior materials feels more expensive than it's ultra low price. It's still a point A to point B vehicle that won't win races, but it's not a torture level of comfort. The seat we very comfortable, both front and back. At $13,000 (depending on options list), it's a better car and a better deal than vehicles like the Smart.

I liked the Altima. Will try to take the wife there tomorrow for her to see how it fit's her tiny body and severely curved spine.

[cdelena]

The Versa is an outstanding value in the transportation appliance category but has limited appeal in the mainstream. I have been impressed with how much you get for the price... but that said I would not buy one for myself.

[Chango]

I just bought a '12 versa hatchback a couple months ago; it's actually the previous gen for 2012 and I like it A LOT better than the new design '12 sedan which I also tested.

I'm using it as a cheap commuter car and for that purpose it is excellent, though it really is more of an appliance than an experience. I would hate to have it as my only car.

[rlrl]

I have the 2012 Toyota Yaris which is the Versa equivalent. Tho I believe the Versa gets more respect from critics, I couldn't break away from Toyota since I had a 92 and an 88 Tercel (my 92 Tercel I gave away at 20 and it was still going strong) so i went for the Yaris. Like the Versa you get a lot for the $$.