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Great on gas, but has transmission issues
Anonymous from CA, 04/25/2022
2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had 2 '09 Versa's at different times, both automatics. The first one, I had from 2014-2019 but previous owner had it since 2009-2014. Transmission had issues at times, and at one point it started slipping. Other issues came down the line years later so I sold it. The second Versa, which I currently have (got it during 2020) has had minor issues such as the driver door handle breaking off three times, bad spark plugs needing replacement, battery needing replacement, etc. As for the interior, it is below average and the leather melted off the sides of the doors on the inside during summer time so the armrest is sticky. Previous owner had my current Versa from 2009-2020. I think this is a good first car, if you are only driving local distances. As for driving on freeways and highways, it is doable but randomly unreliable at times. If I had to pick a better commute car, I'd rather drive a newer Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla over this car. Funny thing is, it really is good on gas and that's not a lie.
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My first Nissan ever
dkiel, 10/08/2008
2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After having owned a Toyota Echo and a Toyota Matrix I decided to give the Nissan Versa a try. So far I must say that initially I am impressed by the smoothness of the CVT and the get up and go of the 4 cyl eng. Overall the interior is nice but the front seat armrest is a total useless joke. It is not high enough or long enough to lay your arm on. Hope they fix that in upcoming models. Haven't it it long enough to evaluate the gas mileage but hopefully it will fulfill the commuter car requirements around town and the occasional out of town trip. Good little car for the money.
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Homework done, good car for the money
The aipster, 08/28/2008
2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had Sentras and Maximas in the past, and the fit and finish on this car is similar to a Sentra. Engine slightly more powerful than the Honda fit or the Kia rio5. Much more roomy and comfortable seats than the other two. Smooth quiet acceleration without engine laboring. Surprisingly nice handling and tight turn radius. My previous car was a Pontiac GTO (great sportscar, gas hog, no trunk) and while the versa is no sports car, it's fun to drive and saves $$ on gas. The seats are spacious, comfortable and there is more than ample head and leg room. Seats do fold down but not flush in the back. Plenty of cup holders and power plugs. Great inexpensive roomy little car.
This car is GREAT!
ES, 02/12/2009
2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 2009 Nissan 1.8 SL Hatchback was not even in my radar when I started doing my research for a new car. 48 hours after test driving one, though, I ordered it with all the available packages. This car is very fun to drive and has enough zip to not disappoint. CVT makes the ride so much smoother and quieter than the 2009 Honda Fit (I test drove both cars back to back on the same day). Edmunds.com may think it's a plain car, but I love it. Nothing complicated; just sound Nissan engineering.
Awesome Car
Computergeek, 03/19/2009
2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
What is there not to say. I love this Car. It feels like a large car, but with a sub-compact price. I got mine loaded minus the sport package. I am 6'0" tall and have plenty of room. It keeps up well on the interstate. Car is small, but safe.