2025 Nissan

Versa

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L

Nissan Versa: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission: Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel: RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 122
Power to weight: 0.046 hp/lb
Axle ratio: 3.92
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Start-stop system: NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 40 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG City: 32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG Comb: 35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel $/yr: $1,900EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
CO₂: 253 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Eco Score: 7/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Smog score: 6/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Real-world MPG: 34.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 0.8 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Doors: 4NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seats: 5NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seat rows: 2NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Length: 177 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width: 69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height: 57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase: 103 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight: 2,659 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
GVWR class: Class 1B (3,001 to 4,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Pass. Vol: 89 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Cargo Vol: 15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Standard
Lane-departure warning: Standard
Recalls: 0
Owner complaints: 12 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries: 1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

Backup camera
Standard

Driver assist

Automatic emergency brakingPart of Safety Shield 360.
Standard
Blind-spot monitor
Standard

Convenience

Push-button start
Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

POWER TRAIN25%
ENGINE19%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE13%
BACK OVER PREVENTION6%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 16 total.

Nissan Versa: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

1 service bulletin filed with NHTSA for this model year

Apr 13, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYNTB09-131C
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is a

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.