Nissan’s 2016 Versa compact sedan isn’t going to win much praise from those who think compact cars should be quick and fun to drive. But, for commuters, college kids and first-time buyers, the Versa’s comfortable ride, peppy engine and slick-shifting 5-speed manual transmission will probably win two big thumbs up. We found the Versa’s steering properly assisted and its turning radius nice and tight. Visibility is excellent and the seats are firm with good head- and legroom both front and rear. The Versa’s available CVT automatic transmission, on the other hand, takes some getting used to. It doesn’t use conventional shift points and causes the engine to rev high more often than one might expect. Of course, with only 109 horsepower on tap, getting the Versa to move quickly often requires nailing the gas pedal to the floor, but once underway the little Nissan scoots along just fine.
- Airbags
- Air Conditioning
- Alarm System
- Anti-theft Protection
- Audio Interface
- Automatic Climate Control
- Automatic Headlights
- CD/DVD Autochanger
- Cruise Control
- Floor Mats
- Garage Door Opener
- Power Steering
- Universal Audio Interface
| Engine |
|
| Layout / number of cylinders |
I4 |
| Displacement |
1.6 L |
| Engine Layout |
Front-engine |
| Horespower |
109 hp |
| @ rpm |
6,000 rpm |
| Torque |
107 lb.-ft. |
| Compression ratio |
9.8 : 1 |
| Performance |
|
| Top Track Speed |
116 mph |
| 0 - 60 mph |
9.1 s |
| Transmission |
|
| Automatic Transmission |
4 speed automatic |
| Fuel consumption |
|
| City (estimate) |
27 |
| Highway (estimate) |
36 |
| Body |
|
| Length |
175.4 in. |
| Width |
66.7 in. |
| Height |
59.6 in. |
| Wheelbase |
102.4 in. |
| Maximum payload |
860 lbs |
| Curb weight |
2363 lbs |
| Capacities |
|
| Luggage compartment volume |
14.9 cu. ft. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
10.8 gal. |
