Used 2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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J.D., Nashville, TN, 08/03/2017
updated 08/17/2020
Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2009 Versa Hatchback brand new off the lot. I traded a Jeep Cherokee that I loved for this car simply for the MPG. I love driving this car. It's compact, very fuel efficient and well worth the money. I have 144,000+ miles on it, mostly interstate at 70 mph or above. It's fun to drive and comfortable. I have been well pleased. We had a sun roof installed which added to the comfort. Only negatives I have are the air conditioning doesn't cool as much as I like and the cloth on the rear door is turning loose, but with the use it's had - not bad. The engine does sound like a "sewing machine" when pushed, but once you've reached your speed it's fine.
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Really great first car
Cole, Argyle, TX, 06/30/2019
Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
We purchased the hatchback version for my first car two years ago, and it’s a great first car. When we bought it, it had around 140,000 miles on it, and I’ve put about 4,000 miles on it since. It’s had no major mechanical problems, but however, I’ve experienced one minor problem. A couple months ago, the heat shield on the bottom of the car came loose (more than likely from me driving over bumpy railroad tracks on a daily basis) but we were told that it was a useless part, and it didn’t effect the vehicle at all. It got welded off and the problem was solved. The car itself is great to drive. The CVT transmission is great for fuel economy, especially when doing a lot of city driving, however, it can be sluggish trying to accelerate quickly, like when getting on a highway. The CVT can also mean that while driving at highway speeds, the RPM can be higher than in a car with a traditional gear box, so it can be a bit noisier. The engine only produces about 120 hp, and combined with the CVT, trying to drive up a mid-to steep incline, or even driving with a lot of weight in the vehicle can be strenuous on the engine. It’s maybe not a good car (with the CVT, regular transmission is fine) if you live in a mountainous or hilly area, or will be carrying around a lot of passengers or cargo on a regular basis. Also The interior is quite spacious for a small car, with plenty on legroom in the front and back, along with plenty of trunk space, at least for a teenager. As far as entertainment, it has a nice AM/FM radio, along with an auxiliary outlet, so you can play music from your phone. If you want a way to play your music wirelessly, you can find a Bluetooth adaptor for around $20 on Amazon. Depending on the package the vehicle comes with, it has Bluetooth hands free calling, which I find really convenient, and also a bit surprising it’s included since it’s 10 years old. Comfortably, the versa hatchback can fit 4 people, but can fit 5 if someone really wants to sit in the middle seat. As far as downsides, there are a couple things that while not major, can be a bit annoying. My biggest complaint is the lack of a telescopic steering column. The lack of it can lead to having to sit in a position that can be uncomfortable for long periods of time because you have to position the seat to be able to reach the pedals, along with the steering wheel comfortably. My second pet peeve is the mirrors. The side mirrors are tiny, and make it difficult to see around you. Also with the mirrors, the controls for adjusting them are inconveniently located to the left of the steering column, which makes it a little more time consuming and frustrating, at least for me, to adjust the mirrors. Overall, this car is a reliable, efficient, and comfortable vehicle. Even after 10 years and 145,000 miles, it is still running strong. While it does have its downsides, they are minor things, and overall more personal preferences and pet peeves. I’d highly recommend this car to anyone, especially a new driver.
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ROOMY, LOTS OF PICKUP...
capergal, 07/19/2011
Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Really good mileage - lots of pep on the highway. A little concerned with the braking - mine tends to go an extra foot or so before completely stopping even after brake is fully applied. Dealer says there's no problem. Also, the CVT, although supposedly good for mileage, takes some getting used to. I'm still on the fence about that. On inclines, it does help to slow you down without braking, but this feature isn't always helpful on level ground. As soon as you take your foot off the gas pedal, there's little "coasting" - it stops much quicker than any other car I've driven. Not so sure I like this feature.
Not what I am use to
Kristee, 10/30/2008
Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I just got my Versa 8 days ago and have already put over 900 miles on it. So far so good! I have always driven a truck or SUV and was very concerned about going to a smaller car. So far I like the Versa. It rides nice and has some nice features. The seats are comfortable and the car seems very quiet. I test drove 5 other cars in its class from other makers and the versa was by far the best one in its price range.
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pinoybboy2004, Minneapolis, MN, 05/10/2014
Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Broken Springs Besides the fact that I overpaid for a whopping 3 year warranty the effort of Nissan to rectify any portion of this incident is non existent. It is sickening to think when I am driving that such a poor quality product is considered acceptable by Nissan. There are several complaints on forums and other consumer websites reporting this same safety issue with Versa springs sheering off completely. Don't let your family drive a Versa.
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