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4.5 out of 5 stars

Would buy it again!

RA, 03/12/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I have had my 2007 Nissan Versa Hatchback S for a little over half a year now and if I had to do it over I'd buy it again. Have been very impressed with the car and would recommend it highly. I also investigated the Honda Fit, Chevy Cobalt, Saturn Ion and just felt that the Versa represented the best value for the money. I just love that it is an "economy car" that doesn't look economy. The value of the interior space cannot be overstated. I have an infant carseat in the back and my wife can still sit comfortable in front passenger's seat. It isn't the sexiest car on the road, but it does the job well.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Versa is okay but...

Andy, 12/02/2007
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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I've had the vehicle for 4 months and these are the things I've found: The vehicle gets no where near the mpg advertised, I'm averaging 22 mpg. I was also told that the back seat folds flat and it does fold down but leaves a hump so large that most of the useful storage space in the rear is taken up with it. I've also found that the vehicle is underpowered, but then it is a 1.8 L engine so I can accept that. I'm hoping that my choice of a Nissan will turn out that I've purchased a reliable car. We bought this vehicle to keep for the 3 years in the hope that in that time the fuel saving technology will have improved

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2.13 out of 5 stars

36 MPG!? HA!

CKS, 03/19/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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I have had this car for 8 months now and am averaging 24 MPG! Most of my travel is highway so I would expect much better mileage than that. I've already had to have the fuel pump and O2 sensor replaced at the dealership after the check engine light came on. And the interior starting making rattling noises 2 months after owning the vehicle. The ride is pretty comfortable, but the seats can get pretty uncomfortable after a few hours driving. The biggest problem I have with this car is the horrible fuel mileage I'm getting. I bought this car to save gas mileage, not get the same as my '96 Nissan Maxima or my '05 Toyota Sienna.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Suspension

ken, 03/22/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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The second week took it back for alignment and tail light assembly. Third month replaced l/f strut. Now tires are cracking. Bumpy ride, dealer says it is normal. The car is too high, hard to control on a highway in wind. Try to pass on a highway,you hear the engine too loud and take a will to get to the next gear. I was ok buying used nissan. Now I spend more time in the shop than on the road. Bought it for my wife,I wish I hadn't. Have a car problem and a wife problem. Gas mileage is decent but not worth the hassle.I should have bought something else. Hard to imagine keeping his for few more years. Hope this is helpful.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Nissan Can't Determine Cause of Problem

cathy8, 03/23/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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I've owned my Versa for almost 1 1/2 years and my problems began almost immediately. During cold weather the car will occasionally start in safe mode where no gas goes to the engine. The car will only drive 20 KM/hr. Another problem is that the engine will begin to race and rev higher than normal and the car will speed up on its own. I love so much about the car but could really do without the problems no one seems able to fix.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Love the car, disappointing gas mileage

Drivingmom, 12/07/2007
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Purchased the car new in May 2007, mainly for the comfort and the projected gas mileage. However, we have seen the gas mileage drop from a high of 31 MPG to present low of 25 MPG. The sticker advertised 29-38 MPG. Big disappoinment since I do mostly highway driving during the week, errands on weekends. The horn button is hard to find quickly - I usually end up changing the CD instead of getting the horn.

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5 out of 5 stars

Nice Versa

Nice Versa, 03/26/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Considering 2008 versa 1.8S and 2008 Hyundai elantra SE, purchased 1.8SL from very nice private party for a good deal, however it came with new car smell. It had just front ABS, however brake was good. Roomy back seat. A bit noisy on windy day. The noise also has to do with the type of hard tire for better MPG. Soft tire would reduce tire noise for less MPG. I need to adjust my driving habit to handle small engine for better mileage and durability. Good handling and adequate power (not ample power) on highway for 70-80 mph cruise w/3 adults. Passing trucks on highway was ok. Did not feel dangerous. Not tested for any rain or snow condition yet. Better than Honda Fit.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great MPG, Comfort and Performance

Hooboggled, 04/03/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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Everyone complains about the MPG but driving 70 miles RT in Los Angeles traffic I have never averaged less than 30 MPG and that is with traffic. Without traffic I've been getting 35 MPG. I couldn't be happier with its performance. In 16 months I have driven 28000 miles. I have a boat in Long Beach at sea level and a cabin in Big Bear Lake at 7500 feet above sea level. The Versa climbs the multiple 8000 plus foot peaks with ease and the manual transmission is great for going down the mountains. I've had chains on it and almost slid through an intersection on some black ice. That was scary. I've also taken it off road on dirt mountain roads and have had no problems.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love my car

marm, 04/15/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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It has been the first new car I have owned and I love it! I have had it about a year and a half and I still love driving it. I haven't had a problem with it yet.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

40,000 miles in 1.5yrs

jrw1621, 04/28/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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We purchased the Versa for my wife about 1.5 years ago and it already has 40,000 miles on it. The plan was for a reliable economical car that we could load the miles onto. We are very happy with the Versa. We shopped everything in the "Scion Class" of vehicles but found the Versa to offer the nicest interior, quietest ride and best highway manners of anything in the class. In 40k miles it has needed nothing more than regular oil changes and is showing no signs of wear. I think i will even get 60k miles out of the original tires with proper tire rotation.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

First New Car

fatal_degree, 05/06/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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This is my first ever never used car. The fuel economy is spot on estimate during the summer months. Under estimate in winter (bear in mind fuel mixtures are different in winter). I do mostly 55mph+ driving, with city errands and cruising on the weekends. First and second gear have good power for its size. I'm always tearing up my tires. A lighter flywheel would make the shifting more responsive. After driving a series of beaters that lacked, power, heat, AC, floorboards and door windows that functioned, this little car is like a dream. Super quiet! I often have people ask me if it's on. Spacious. Handles wind shear well... ever driven a tiny Ford Festiva in the wind? HUGE difference!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great lil car!

victor, 05/07/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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This car is great! Looks small on the outside but very roomy on the inside! I traded in a ford taurus for this car and feel i got the better deal. Gas per week is $60-$80 less and I drive a lot. I live in NYC where parking is hard to get... this car fits everywhere!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my Versa!

sheloulit, 05/05/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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My little SL has all I wanted and more. Doesn't get what the original sticker stated for gas mileage, but the gov't cracked down on "truth in mileage" and she fits that to a T. Worst mileage was 27 and that was my fault, driving like a madwoman on a mission. Usually gets around 30mpg, depending on what my load is and how heavy my foot is. Has some annoying squeaks sometimes, like the center console or sunroof, but not always. Type of road? We live in a rural area. Had to re-learn how to handle a small car again, w/o turning into ditches. Great handling! Great CD and changer! Probably great Bluetooth, don't use it. Comfortable! Put my rear in multiple other small cars. She had the best seats!

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Good for money but a couple of glitches

B- Rad, 05/14/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Overall, the Nissan Versa CVT Hatchback is a good little car. It looks little but actually has a whole lot of room inside. My friend is 6'10'' and has no problem riding shotgun because of the immense headroom provided in the design. The car does not get the posted gas mileage driving in the New York City area - which is mostly traffic congested highways and stop and go streets. I clocked every time I had to fill up for 12 months to find that the car on my average gets 25 miles to the gallon. I was surprised that my ex-car, a Nissan Sentra 1997 stick shift, got at least 35 miles to a gallon - way better. I also had glitches with the interior panel that always seemed to pop up and stay up.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Disappointed with some things

masonlane, 05/18/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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We've had our Versa for almost 2 years. Within the first 8 months, we lost a hubcap. No biggie, we replaced it. Three weeks later we lost another one. Nissan said it wasn't covered under the warranty! We've replaced a total of four BROKEN hubcaps (2 on the back passenger side fell off) and now a 5th one is ready to come off! The clips break & they don't go back on, except for the 2 that the center fell out and the ring stayed attached to the tire! Nissan says it's not a design flaw! Whatever!!! I've been driving for 20 years and prior to owning the Versa, I lost ONE hubcap after I had a tire changed & it wasn't put back on properly. But at least it didn't break, it went back on the car!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Best Economic Decision

Prock, 05/29/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I traded in my 2003 Pathfinder LE for this vehicle. I was no longer towing heavy trailers so I didn't need it. I am 6'1" at 185 lbs, plenty of room. This car has much more head and leg room than my wife's 2003 Sentra. Fuel economy was much lower than the EPA estimates but still acceptable. The fit and finish is very good for this price category.

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5 out of 5 stars

Much more ROOM than expected

JM, North Carolina, 08/01/2020
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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2007 Versa Hatchback "SL"..Compact outside (169.1 ft L) yet Mid-Size inside. I am 6'4" and have a fist of room between my head and headliner while back seat Headroom and Leg room (Front & Rear) is great too. Luggage area is 50.4 cu/ft w/ seats folded. (More than most compact SUVs) Efficient CVT transmission gets 30 MPG or more consistently. Feels solid and well made. SL comes with a 6 CD player..Headlights have great distance. What more can you ask for? Don't over look these first edition Versas..they are a bargain.

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4 out of 5 stars

Nice little car

Mike , 06/17/2022
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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I love my versa hatch 165000 miles and still runs and looks great, dont get the CVT transmission , if you need an automatic get one with an old fashioned automatic with actual gears I have the 6 speed manual and the optional arm rest which makes a huge difference although they do sell armrests on Amazon for the 2007 versa

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1.5 out of 5 stars

Worst car I've ever owned

Mary Ann, 06/07/2008
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I get worse mileage than I got from the 17 year old Grand Am this car replaced. Can't even count the minor problems I've had. Wouldn't recommend this car at any price.

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5 out of 5 stars

Much Better than I thought it would be

Mudd, 06/30/2006
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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As an elderly peson I needed something to get around in and travel once in a while. I live a rural area and go into the city once or twice a day, traveling about 25 to 30 miles each day. I am totally surprised at this car, small but roomy inside, quiet inside, easy to handle. I drove it from the larger city to my home which was 57miles and it was difficult to keep it under 80 miles per hour it was so easy running. It has the CVT tranny and I really like that. Although it has been driven only about 100 miles, the fuel gauge remains more than 3/4 so it appears economy is going to be good. At this point would sell it back for my money plus profit. If it holds up mechanically, will be OK.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Satisfied Owner

sapulpabaptist, 12/25/2007
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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I have put nearly 27K miles on my Versa since July 06. I average 27 mpg in town and 33 on the highway. This is a great little car for the money.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Horrible little car!!

Evan Grant, 01/27/2009
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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I have had this car for 2 years. Of those two years, both were riddled with problems. The factory tires needed replacing at 8,000 miles, the brake rotors needed replacing at 14,000 miles, the check engine light came on at 18,000 miles, and the CVT is wayyy over-rated. It's not fun being on a highway at 70mph and not being able to hear people in the same car! The mpg is way worse than predicted by the window sticker, the best I got for city was 25, but highway mileage was ok at about 30. The sticker said 31 city and 34 highway. I wouldn't suggest this car for someone buying new in order to avoid repair costs. This thing is like an iceberg in snow. You go with the road.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

ok if $17K is disposable income

Maria B. Perez, 06/05/2009
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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I bought this car brand new on 5/23/07. After 2 months, I called the dealership & said I was unhappy with the mpg. I paid extra for CVT transmission to get 33/36 mpg. On any given day (even while using synthetic oil), my best is 30 mpg. He said no one twisted my arm to buy the car. (no Wonder Nissan yanked their contract from this dealership.) upholstery is rubbed where the child seat sometimes sits. Carpet where the clutch would be if it was manual, looks like I took a razor to it. Molding on the rear right window is coming off. A/c stopped working just past warranty. They won't help to fix a/c system on 2-year-old car. Too bad-was going to upgrade to murano in 2 yrs. When daycare expenses decrease.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

beware of gas economy

Alan Mcsavage, 11/09/2009
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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DO NOT BUY! I cannot even get 350kms per 50lt tank. My 1995 Toyota Corolla still gets over 450kms on a 40lt tank. How can a 4 cylinder with all the new technology get worse mileage than most 8 cylinder cars. I was totally deceived into believing I was getting a fuel efficient car. From now on I will stick to Toyota! DO NO BE DECEIVED!!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

'07 Nissan Versa SL - A MUST SEE!!

medemas, 07/05/2006
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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You will not be disappointed with this vehicle. For its size, it has great acceleration and handling, steering is nice and tight, brakes are excellent, the stereo system is outstanding on a car this size and price range, and the overall feel is that you are in a vehicle that is much bigger and pricier than the Versa is @ about 16,500 for a well-equipped model. As for the exterior, it looks somewhat like a mini-murano, which is not a bad thing whatsoever. No, the seats do not pull down completely flush with the floor as in the Honda Fit, but you will be amazed at how little you will miss that extra space as the seats still fold down allowing for a handsome amount of storage space. 10+

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5 out of 5 stars

A commuter's delight

Jason Cilasta, 11/14/2006
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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The vehicle was everything i dreamed about. Though it was tough to get because every dealer was selling them the second they hit the ground. Fireside treated me with the greatest respect and made me want to refer all of my friends. I love the car!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Not too bad for a puddle jumper

Carl, 01/21/2007
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I am not too crazy over the road feel. It is difficult to keep the car going in a straight line at hwy speeds.i think that has something to do with the electric pwr. steering?

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Happy we got it!

alb&rav, 06/24/2007
2007 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Our 5dr SL is a very comfortable car. The rear seat legroom is excellent! I really enjoy the smoothness of the CVT. The handling is surprising also. I'm used to driving high performance sports cars, and this vehicle makes me feel at home behind the wheel. BRAVO Nissan!

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