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4.63 out of 5 stars

Cool Quirky Looking Car

Tom Spada, 11/06/2007
2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Except for its somewhat unattractive front end styling, it disappears when you get yourself behind the driver's seat. Yup, it's no pocket rocket, but the CVT gets it up to speed sooner than you can tell "Bluetooth" which number you wish to dial. The ride is smooth with good road feedback. Quieter than other more expensive vehicles. I've had my share of Porsches, Corvettes, and everything in between. Nissan has put some serious thought into the making of this vehicle, and what it has to offer. The Versa proves that an inexpensive car doesn't have to be made cheaply. With ridiculous gas prices these days, I'd buy it again.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Real Thing

RealWorld, 01/15/2009
2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Took this car on a 1,700 mile road trip shortly after purchasing. It was comfortable, great gas mileage, and so quiet. Love the bluetooth, keyless ignition, and the overall drive. Haven't had any problems with this car. Every time I drive it I think about what a great choice I made between all the cars I was looking at. No regrets!

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

sis levesque, 10/28/2007
2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Love the gas mileage. Plenty of room interior. Fun car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Lot Of Bang For Your Buck

Matt, 07/30/2008
2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought the car to get some relief from Tahoe gas mileage while running children to and from school and sporting events. I looked around Edmunds info and went to several dealerships looking at the Honda Fit, several Toyotas, and the Nissan Versa hatchback and sedan. After considering the reviews, the price, the safety ratings, and getting inside some of these tiny contraptions, I decided the Versa sedan fit my needs best and the needs of my family, including one new learners permit driver. So the Tahoe spends most of its life in the garage, while we buzz around on the Versa. I couldn't be happier with the overall quality, ride, ROOM, and fuel economy. Great little car, for not many bucks.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Quiet time

Dan, 02/02/2009
2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
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Recently bought my Versa SL preowned with 5000 miles on it. Prior to buying the car I drove similar cars from Toyota, Hyundai, Honda, VW, Ford. The thing that sets the Versa apart from these other cars is the super low interior noise level and seamless transmission shifting provided by the CVT. I also noticed a lower level of engine vibration or "buzziness" that's sometimes transmitted through the accelerator pedal or steering wheel of 4 cylinder cars. The car has a much more solid feel to it than the Ford Focus. The doors sound solid when they are closed, you can tell the car is put together well. As back seats go, this car has a very roomy rear seating area for a small car. Nice little car!

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