2008 Nissan Versa Consumer Reviews Page 8

Great Little Car!!

Written by: Dave on 06/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I've driven the Fit, Scions, Focus, Corolla, Yaris and Civic and I have to say that I like the Versa the best. The Corolla, Yaris and Civic all are well made cars, but for me the Versa had the smoothest ride/acceleration (CVT) and best interior. The layout of the controls was top notch. Also you sit up higher in the seat so you have a better view of what's up ahead. The keyless feature seemed like no big deal at first, but when your hands are full, you don't need to fumble in your pockets for the key. It's a pretty neat feature. However, what people like is so personal to them that I think you need to drive all the aforementioned cars to decide what is right for you. Good luck!!

Favorite Features

CVT, no-key entry and locking, good seats, 6 disc CD, interior layout and better stock radio than others.

Suggested Improvements

Tilt-telescopic steering (best to test the wheel before buying; was OK for me), daytime running lights, disc brakes on top line model.

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Easy Transition, Maxima to Versa

Written by: S Boyle on 06/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Driving the Versa made it easy to economize and transition from an 04' Maxima SL in both cost and comfort. I wanted a more fuel efficient car and spent weeks researching the Honda Civic/Fit, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Senta/Versa, Chevrolet Aveo, and Ford Focus. After test driving the Civic, Focus, Corolla and Sentra, I chose Versa with ABS. It's amazingly peppy with easy steering and great turning radius. It offers the most room of any of cars I drove and is just as comfortable as the Maxima. There is plenty of rear room for grandchildren's car seats without adjusting front seats. The difference in the payments, gas costs and insurance saves me nearly $4,000 over the next 20 months.

Favorite Features

Maneuverability. comfort and fuel economy. I averaged 25.5 in the Maxima and now 34.6 with the Versa.

Suggested Improvements

The safety feature of the tire pressure monitor is a great idea. It is very sensitive. I had my car back to the shop the second day when tires were 3 lbs under pressure in all four tires. Dealers should check pressure before selling to customer and also alert customers of TPM sensitivity.

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Best Hatch for My Cash

Written by: jasonnwin on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

So far, I love the car. It's onyx blue with beige interior. It had about 16 miles on the odometer. I've put about 300 miles on it driving to and back from work on the freeway. Feels very upscale for an "econo-class" car. I chose the Versa after test driving three different versions (Manual, Auto, and Sports Auto with paddle shifter) of the Honda Fit. I found the Fit nimble but has too much of an "econo-car" feel to it. Plus the CVT and the Inteligent Key on the Versa are a couple of the many awesome "upscale" things that I appreciate every time I drive my Versa. I couldn't ask for more for the price that Nissan is selling it for.

Favorite Features

CVT all the way, Inteligent Key, Bluetooth, 6-disk mp3 cd player + aux input for other mp3 players, 15" rims, lots of room, big comfortable seats, gas efficient.

Suggested Improvements

Less noise while driving at low speed. Doors I don't have to slam to close all the way. Since I don't need a key to get in and start the car, the inteligent key doesn't need to be but half the size it is right now.

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Versa Info

Written by: Bruce on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

At 6'4" & 240 lbs, I actually fit in the Versa. The seat is a bit short for my long legs & not quite wide enough to accomodate my wide hips. My wife is 6' & the seats fit her fine. You can haul 2 six footers in the back without them feeling cramped. The Versa handles fine but the suspension is a bit choppy on rough roads. The Versa feels underbraked but I've been driving 1 ton & 3/4 ton trucks for 25 years so I am used to strong brakes. My first tank of fuel in all city driving yielded 27 mpg. At 2,000+ miles I am up to 29 mpg in the city. On a recent trip with a 700 lb payload & running 75 mph, I averaged 31.5 mpg. Versa's my first compact car & I would buy another. Lots of room for a compact!!

Favorite Features

The SL has all the bells & whistles. The front & rear windows de-fog fast, power windows, door locks & even power mirrors. The CVT is quite nice, no tranny shifts & enough zip to merge on to a fast moving freeway.

Suggested Improvements

Stronger brakes & a wider & longer seat pan. Versa needs window deflectors as water on the roof will run right on to your inside door.

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Versa's ROCK!!

Written by: Jennifer Webb on 05/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I have driven many, many vehicles. The Versa is a perfectly balanced car. You get a lot of bang for your buck, plus my family of four fits comfortably. The styling is cute, particularly with the rear spoiler (hatchback). Gas mileage is great. I was driving a Jeep Cherokee and that thing was killing my wallet. The Versa also sits so that I don't feel too low to the pavement. There is great visibility. Even though from the outside it looks small, it doesn't feel small on the inside. The body lines are like the Quest minivan, but I'm too cool to drive one of those. :) There are two other people in my family that have Versas and I think that everyone should. You should test drive today!

Favorite Features

Intelligent key, hands down.

Suggested Improvements

N/A

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Versa works for me

Written by: Paul on 05/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I test drove the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa numerous times before making up my mind. I chose the Versa and I am extremely happy that I did. It feels substantial, looks good and the CVT, Intelli key and Blue tooth hands free are awesome. The trunk is small but the ride is smooth and quiet. The engine tends to "lug" a bit when cruising around 30 mph but smooths out quickly when gas is applied. The engine sound is "buzzy" during quick accelerations but quiets right down. MPG so far is 26.44 but that is strictly around town driving (hardly ever over 50). Overall so far, I love it. I added a very light weight trailer so the small trunk isn't an issue plus I can now haul larger stuff to the dump

Favorite Features

Intelli Key. CVT. Hands Free. Built in blue tooth calling.

Suggested Improvements

Additional horsepower

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Great Little City Car

Written by: Felipe on 05/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Traded my old MB station wagon in for this great little car. Used to get 17 mpg on premium, now 30 mpg on regular. Peppy and roomy for city and expressway usage. Well built with no creaks and everything seems to fit well. Easy to get in and out of.

Favorite Features

Cheap to buy, well built, roomy, zippy in the city, easy to get in and out of, lots of airbags, and decent gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Could use a good center armrest and anti-lock brakes should be standard. Not good for long distance trips, but great for short bursts on the freeway.

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7 month - 2nd review and all is well

Written by: rick752 on 05/10/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)

Review

This is an added review to the one I wrote on 12/10/07. I mostly use my Versa as a daily commuter in stop & go suburban rush hour traffic and get about 28 mpg. I just took it on its first 200 mile trip up and down the Berkshire Mountains of Ma on a major highway and was more than pleased to see that I got 36 mpg with cruise set @ 72 mph with the 6M. The ride was comfortable and quiet although the narrow, tall stature of this car causes crosswinds to play with it a little bit. Nothing terrible though. I still miss not having a center console. The only annoyance I had was the low pressure tire sensors misbehaving in the extreme cold. No problems though. Still love it!

Favorite Features

A lot for a little, room, smooth/quiet/comfortable for a car of this class, good mileage for a large-little car. Much better than expected highway mileage. Good in snow especially stopping (without abs). Everything else still holds true from my first review. This is a great car!

Suggested Improvements

Large rear passenger corner blind spot because of the large rear pillars (takes getting used to). Still dislike the lack of a center armrest especially on the 6 manual trans. First gear is a bit small and the whole gearing could be moved up a bit. These are just some small annoyances though.

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Great car but the RPM's run high

Written by: TIna Kline on 05/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I just purchased a 2008 Versa hatchback, so far love it! Averaging 33 mpg, not bad condsidering I drive 50 miles to work, and hit 32 lights along the way. I'm a little concerned about the RPMs running high, in 6 sp, 62 mph I'm running at 3000 RPMs. Other than that great car!!

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Center arm rest, cup holders in front are not convenient, upgrade to a better fabric

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A Nice First Car

Written by: Oscar on 05/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This was the first car I test-drove after getting my license and so far, I do not regret my decision. I wanted a no-frills, simple car, and the Versa was that plus a bit more. I was also looking for something to carry around people comfortably, and the Versa does just the trick; I even find myself wanting to sit in the back seat to indulge in all the room. The interior layout and controls are nice, everything I need while driving is within easy reach. Performance-wise, the Versa meets my needs. I have to keep reminding myself it's not a sports car, but with some consideration on my part, it does what I need it to do. Street and highway driving are a breeze. Fuel economy is decent.

Favorite Features

Seating: As I mentioned already quite comfortable and plentiful. I also like the abundance of air bags, makes me feel just a bit safer driving around. The A/C cools quickly enough (I live in the desert). Control/indicator layout: Everything is in a logical place and easily found.

Suggested Improvements

A standard armrest would be nice, and the ciggie adapter could be in a better location. Power locks/windows should be standard.

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