Used 2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus Hatchback Review
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I love my Versa Note
Stacey, Hanceville, AL, 08/05/2016
2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
I have owned my Note for a little over two years and have about 60,000 miles on it. I have a long work commute and was sick of giving half my money to the oil industry. I get about 37mpg. Compared to similar cars, the Note has a lot of space and cargo room. Five of us to Florida on a camping trip cargo room. Mine did come with an unlimited power train warranty from the dealership. I have … kept up with every single required maintenance. I love my car, but if you're looking for a sports tuner, this isn't it. This is a good run around with the kids car. It's like my mini SUV. BTW, my husband is 6'2" and has plenty of head and leg room, which was one of his big concerns when I decided to go to a small car.
*Update* I have now owned the car for just shy of 4 years. It has around 100,000 miles on it. I am no longer the main driver. As the kids grew the car got small. My husband now uses it as a commuter. He drives about 110 miles per day round trip. As of now, we still get great mpg, and have had no major issues. I was informed by my mechanic on the last oil change that the timing cover seems to be leaking slightly, but he didn't feel it was of any major concern. We continue to follow the maintenance schedule to the T. I have down graded the "value" to a 3 star. Though we've had good luck with this car, this car does not hold it's value. We almost have it paid off, but are still WAY upside down on the book value. *Car now has over 140,000. Still on the maintenance schedule, and no issues. Still 110+ miles per day.
Great buy for the money if you are on a budget
Alex H. Cladakis, Somerset, NJ, 07/17/2018
2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
My review is based upon owning a Nissan Versa hatchback for two years followed by my purchasing a 2014 Nissan Versa Note as a new car. Although, the engine is only 1.6 liters, it is peppy. The cost of repairs for 130,000 miles that I have driven it is minimal. So far I have had to purchase a set of four tires at 57,000 miles as well as two front tires at 125,000 miles. So far I have had … one brake job (front wheels with rotors) in addition to three new wipers and of course the regular oil and oil filter changes. The windshield cracked following a stone hit on the highway but all in all my costs have been relatively cheap. The only concerns that I have had are the following: The front wheel hub bearings usually need to be replaced at around 55-60K miles. At the time of my first bearing replacement they were covered under warranty, although I will state that Nissan America had to get involved since my dealer stated there was no problem. Although my personal mechanic insisted that both bearings were in need of repair. I have to give major kudos to Nissan America for standing behind their product but must state that I would never recommend this dealer in Northern New Jersey to fix my bicycle let alone my car. Now I am coming up to my second set of front wheel bearings in need of replacement. I hope that these items can be purchased in the secondary parts market instead of them being a dealer only item. The transmission on this car is peppy overall although I would state only average due to reading Nissan owners posts stating the sluggishness, at times, was later accompanied by a transmission repair. The interior has two deficiencies, there is a blindspot located in the extreme rear right and left of the vehicle just near the end of the last rear glass window panels before the hatchback. Finally, I live in New Jersey and in the recent years our winters have had extreme wind chills. The front window defroster needs to be in air conditioning mode with the dial set to the highest temperature setting to keep the glass free of frost/condensation buildup on the front windshield.
Trans went out before I even paid for it
Tia, Warner Robins, GA, 08/08/2018
2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
Motor burns oil and CVT Transmission is No Good!!! It went out before I finished paying for the car. It will cost me around $4,000 for a new one with installation. Not worth the money!
If it's out of warranty, stay away
Carole P., Honolulu, HI, 03/19/2019
2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
My basic complaints with this little blue deathtrap have pretty much been covered in the other reviews. Cheap, cramped, lacks power. The CVT transmission just failed at 34k. At least it's under warranty for a few more months. Getting all the warranty work done and then away it goes. Moving closer to work so I don't need a tiny commuter econobox now. If you wear an inseam >32, you … will regret trying to get behind the driver's seat. Back pain and general misery are the major issues I have with the interior...other than looking super cheap and plastic. I have a much older car I'm keeping. Had this just over a year and it's gotta go.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2014 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 S Plus Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Roomy interior with an adult-friendly backseat
- Pro:low base price
- Pro:many available convenience features
- Pro:large cargo capacity
- Pro:high fuel economy with CVT.
- Con:Bland performance and driving dynamics
- Con:noisy engine
- Con:no telescoping steering wheel
- Con:low-quality interior materials.
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