2017 Nissan Versa Note Pricing & Features

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Uploaded: 2017-04-24
Description: Looking for a hatch that has a smooth ride, good fuel economy and a large trunk? The 2017 Nissan Versa might be a good fit. Here's a quick rundown of what we like, what we don't and the bottom line from the Edmunds editors.

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Pros & Cons

pros

Roomy interior with an adult-friendly backseat
Affordable base price
Clever cargo space
High fuel economy

cons

Slow acceleration and lackluster handling
Noisy engine doesn't sound very refined
No telescoping steering wheel
Low-quality interior materials

Performance

Nissan Versa Note 4dr Hatchback MSRP: $16,380

Based on the 1.6 SV Auto FWD 5-passenger 4-dr 4dr Hatchback with typically equipped options.

EPA Est. MPG	34
Transmission	Automatic
Drive Train	Front Wheel Drive
Displacement	1.6 L
Passenger Volume	112.9 cu ft

Wheelbase	102 in
Length	163 in
Width	66 in
Height	60 in
Curb Weight	2485 lbs

Standard Features

Nissan Versa Note 4dr Hatchback MSRP: $16,380

Based on the 1.6 SV Auto FWD 5-passenger 4-dr 4dr Hatchback with typically equipped options.

2017 Nissan Versa Note 1.6 SL 4dr Hatchback Exterior Shown

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Fold Flat Rear Seats
Bluetooth
Back-up camera
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Tire Pressure Warning

Rear Bench Seats
Trip Computer
Aux Audio Inputs
Stability Control
USB Inputs

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Nissan Versa Note 2017

2017 Nissan Versa Note Expert Rundown Review

Looking for a hatch that has a smooth ride, good fuel economy and a large trunk? The 2017 Nissan Versa might be a good fit. Here's a quick rundown of what we like, what we don't and the bottom line from the Edmunds editors.

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JOSH SADLIER: This is automotive editor Josh Sadlier with an Edmunds Expert Rundown of the 2017 Nissan Versa. What we're looking at here is actually the Versa Note. It's the hatchback version of this model. And that's fortunate, because we do like it a little better than the sedan, which is not one of our favorites in this subcompact class. Wouldn't say the Versa Note's one of our favorites either, but it does have some things going for it, including a surprisingly large back seat that would give some mid-sized sedans a run for their money. So if you're looking for a small car with a lot of room in back, the Versa Note is going to be at the top of your list. But in other respects, it suffers compared to most cars you can get for this price. It's got about 110 horsepower from a small four-cylinder. And that's not so unusual. But the way it delivers that power is distinctly unpleasant, especially if you get the CVT, continuously variable automatic transmission. It's going to be making a lot of droning noises and not a lot of forward progress. Stepping inside the Versa Note, there is the piece de resistance, that big back seat room for tall people and their cowboy hats. This is the place to be in this segment if you want to sit in back in style. But then up front, you've got pretty standard economy car stuff. Three dials for the climate control. And you've got a double [INAUDIBLE] stereo there you could swap out for something sweet if you wanted to. The bottom line is the Versa Note gives you a lot of space inside, pretty good fuel economy for not a lot of money. But if you're shopping in this segment, the Honda Fit's going to be one you've got to check out. And really would check out just about everything in this segment before plunking your money down on a Versa Note. For more Edmunds expert rundowns, click the link to subscribe.

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Compact hatches are trendy, but the Nissan Versa Note is starting to show its age. Which is an odd thing to say considering that the 2017 Nissan Versa Note has just received a styling update in the form of a new front fascia featuring a V-shaped (or U-shaped, depending on your perspective) grille that gives it a family resemblance to newer Nissan designs.

Unfortunately, the mechanical bits are largely unchanged, save for the elimination of a manual transmission for 2017. The Versa Note is powered by a 1.6-liter engine that produces 109 horsepower and 107 pound-feet of torque, mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive. We clocked the Versa to 60 mph in a sluggish 10.4 seconds, and the droning of the engine (courtesy of the CVT, which can keep the engine speed in a narrow band as the car accelerates) made the run seem even longer. The engine is noisy when pushed, but at least its fuel economy figures are decent: The EPA rates the Versa Note at 34 mpg combined (31 city/39 highway).

We like the simplicity of the Versa Note's dashboard, with its easy-to-read gauges and simple controls, but that's about the only compliment we can pay it. Though the top-of-the-line SV model — the one you're likely to see in glossy brochure photos — does get significantly nicer cabin trim, the cheaper versions are awash in hard, shiny plastic, a cheap material that most of the Versa Note's competitors have since done away with.

If the Versa Note has one saving grace, it's the backseat, which is roomy enough to seat 6-foot adults in comfort. Cargo space is about average for the class, but the adjustable cargo floor is a useful feature. It maximizes cargo space when placed in its lower position, and raising it provides a flatter load floor when the rear seats are folded down. It also provides hidden storage to keep valuables away from prying eyes.

Unfortunately, the Versa Note isn't particularly good to drive. The steering offers little feedback and the tall body is susceptible to crosswinds, and though the ride is generally comfortable, the suspension does a poor job of filtering out hard jolts. The Versa Note's handling is competent, but it isn't much fun, and there are definitely more enjoyable cars in this segment.

Nissan has eliminated the entry-level S model for 2017, but the S Plus still gets the bare minimum of features; it's the the SV model that offers the creature comforts most small-car buyers expect nowadays. The SR gives the Versa a sporty look that its running gear can't deliver, while the range-topping SL comes the closest to delivering what we expect from a modern subcompact hatch. If this is the car you want, let Edmunds help find the perfect 2017 Nissan Versa Note for you.

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