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So far so good - bought used - owned it for 6000 miles and 6 months now
casinnova, 07/04/2013
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
77 of 79 people found this review helpful
I am definitely a skeptic and buying a new car is so hard to do. I settled on the Versa for 2 reasons: Leg room and fuel economy. Both are absolutely acceptable. The car is spacious. Compared to any other hatchback or sedan that I have ever been inside of, this thing feels huge. It fits 4 adults very comfortably. Since keeping track of mileage I have averaged 29.35 MPG mostly city driving. If I drive carefully I can get 32 MPG in the city but most of the time I am late for work and have to drive crazy. I have no complaints really. The car is solid. I will update my review after another 6 months.
No major issues so far
Jordan, 10/29/2018
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
I'm a 6'4", 275 lb man, and have no issues fitting in the car. Four people my size can fit in my car no problem. My wife and two children easily fit all our luggage for long trips. Comfy and spacious ride. I have snow tires for driving over Snoqualmie pass on Washington State during the winter. It handled just fine with all season tires, but I like the added traction. Sound system is decent with CD/AUX. Haven't felt any need to upgrade it, and I like my music LOUD. Performance left a bit to be desired. So I upgraded from the stick air box to a Takeda short ram intake with a conical air filter to give it a bit more pep. Since I'm a pretty spirited driver, I get about 25-27 mpg in city, 31-32 mpg on long trips. Other than the Nationwide recall on all Takata airbags (around 30 million vehicle from many manufacturers were recalled because of this, not just Nissan), I've only performed scheduled maintenance on this car. Solid reliability. I love to brag about my cheap little hatchback that seems to handle everything life throws at it.
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It fits our life
niall1, 03/04/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
34 of 36 people found this review helpful
When we were shopping we also looked at a Honda Fit. The thing is that a requirement for us was that anything we bought had to be able to take our bicycle in the back, ideally without having to take off the front wheels. The Fit would not even accept one bicycle even with a wheel removed while the Versa would take one ready to ride and two with the front wheels removed . So much for the Fit's superior cargo versatility touted by the Edmund's writer. This car really fits our lifestyle and who we are. Handling is perfectly adequate for the way we drive. So is performance. Yes, we give up a bit for the extra size. Every time we gas up it comes out to 30 mpg, not terrible but not great.
Definition of BEST VALUE
Yusuke Okazaki, 07/19/2017
updated 01/22/2019
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
27 of 29 people found this review helpful
For the price, you can't beat this car! My wife and I bought the SL model with CVT to serve as our primary vehicle. We are a family of 3 with a young child. This is our second Versa hatchback. I bought one (the S model trim) for myself two years before this one brand new, and my wife loved it so much that she wanted her own and traded in her 2002 Audi A4 for the Versa SL. This car weighs a little more than it's competitors but is also fitted with a larger engine; most subcompact hatchbacks have a 1.6L engine. The extra weight and slightly larger engine makes this car drive bigger than it is (in a good way). It feels very composed and steady on the freeway at speeds of 80+ mph and handles twisty mountain roads very good as well. The acceleration is more than adequate for daily driving. The CVT took a little time to get used (the other Versa we own has a traditional 4 sp auto), but once I figured out how it responds, I've been able to get good acceleration out of this car when merging onto highways and climbing up hill. In fact, it's hill climbing where the CVT really shines; no down/up shifting constantly looking for that perfect gear ratio, the car adjusts seamlessly to keep speed or increase speed depending on the hill grade and how much throttle you give it. Interior space is a 10/10! Adequate space in the back for most situations with the seats folded up. With the seats folded down, this car has as much space as some small SUVs. In the SL model, the interior materials are high quality for the subcompact segment; much more softer materials throughout than many of its competitors. For example, arm rest on the door and center console arm rest are both made of soft materials. The stereo sounds good; our SL model came with the premium 6 speaker system with tweeters and the main speakers. The SL model has significantly better interior materials and features than the base S model...something to keep in mind. Maintenance has been minimal. Bought it with about 30K miles on it and now have about 60K miles. Still runs like new and am averaging about 32mpgs.
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Try it - you'll like it
mrpelick, 01/21/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my daughter to drive. It's comfortable and spacious inside, looks great outside (red hatchback with tinted windows and spoiler....zoom), rides and handles very well, gets great gas mileage, not to mention lots of cargo space and all this at an affordable price. I like it so much I'm considering getting one for myself.
Versa Hatchbacks ROCKS
damsel36111, 02/20/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I love this car! The nice people at Cronic Nissan in Griffin Georgia got me a great deal on a new 2011 Nissan Versa & I'm tickled to death. When you sit in the seat it looks like a sportscar and the seats are on the same frame as their more expensive cars so it is comfortable. The stereo is wonderful with the MP3 jack. The only thing I don't like is the hatch was to be locked and unlocked by the drivers door and there is no hatch opening in the car so you have to take the key out of the car to get something out of the hatch if you don't want to let down the seat. Other than that it is an amazing car for the $.I drove ten in the lower than 20 k price range. Get a Versa,you won't be sorry
2010 Nissan Versa Hatchback 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
suprman71, 04/17/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I love my versa, got a certified pre-owned with low miles. Lots of room, very comfortable and i have a long 45 minute commute to and from work. This car is so fun to drive and i love everything about it. Lots of music choices am/fm radio, cd player and mp3 jack. Seats are very comfortable and am enjoying the cruise control--first vehicle that has all the options, keyless entry, alarm, power locks and windows and lots of room. Just can't say enough about this car, if your looking for a great value and excellent gas mileage this is the car for you.
There is nothing better for the price
John, 11/11/2010
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car does everything you need! Lots of space, great gas mileage and very sharp looking in the magnetic gray with rear spoiler. I did a lot of looking before I purchased this car and I'm convinced you cannot find a better car for the money.
Buy it!
Owner, 12/31/2020
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
It’s a great car for driving with reliability and no frills. After owning Toyota Corollas for 20 years, I was sad to get a Versa with manual windows. But, it was in budget. I purchased it at 4 years old and 80,000 miles. 5 years and 100,000 miles later, I have had no major issues and would buy another one. The issues you will have are easily found on a Google search. Evap canister
Great little car!
car46guy, 09/21/2012
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
We bought this car for our kids....It's a great car. I rented one in DC and couldn't help but to notice the space - great headroom and decent mileage. It's fun to drive and the space - we've taken the entire family out in it...5 of us and my oldest daughter is 5' 10". Just an all around great little car, loaded with features.
Great best value for the price
Jeffrey Gordon, 04/11/2016
updated 10/17/2016
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
OK this is a great little car for the money. Mirror controls could be better(mounted on dash not a good location , could be mounted on door panels). Door handles leak leaving streaks under both sides of all doors(washing your car takes it away). some rattle over large bumps. some engine noise. ride noise on highways. loud cooling fan on hot engine. air conditioner compressor loud,but air is clean and plentiful. great heater(warms up quick). Overall a great car.
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Vice versa
Versa lover, 09/03/2010
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I recently wrote a review on my purple disaster of a chevy equinox and not long after It gave out completely at 40,759 miles. So I finally got it started and drove it to clay cooley nissan in duncanville Texas and I absolutely fell in love with this versa! It's huge inside! It absolutely blew my mind how large it was and the gas mileage is unbelievable! I love everything right down to the little meep horn! It's practical, affordable, the insurance is cheap and it's easy on the pump as well as the eyes, legs, and back. However this is not the car for speed, the sentra has way more power but it can hold it's own, bottom line, perfect car for me
Well rounded useful car
natureboy3, 03/18/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
24 of 30 people found this review helpful
I will keep this simple - The Versa is a good all-around car that gets the job done. I can't say more about any car.
Excellent commuter car with space
Chris, 11/01/2010
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my versa. Its a great car for the price and has a lot of space. It's great for commuting to work. I am 6'5" and fit easily in the car. Its very quiet and get great gas mileage.
I really want to like it.
wally21, 04/01/2013
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
20 of 27 people found this review helpful
I have reserved judgment for the 30 thousand miles we put on this car but wanted to mention a few items about our Versa SL hatchback with CVTransmission. I donÂt think the CVT trans was worth it in this car. It was bundled along with a ground effects body package and rear spoiler, a few other interior items and alloy wheels. I would get the regular auto trans in retrospect as this is just a basic economy car. I would not buy this car again because it feels like it is ageing prematurely. My wife is satisfied because she can plug the iPod into the radio. I donÂt like the Versa on New Jersey roads- the suspension is too weak to handle the coarse conditions.Buy one only at a great price!
2011 Versa S HB
R. Hanson, 02/08/2018
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Best overall vehicle I have owned in the last 35 years.
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This car is one tough puppy
Kaleb H, 12/18/2016
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have 73k on my white Nissan Versa HB.. I got rid of the stock 15 in tires with hub caps went with 16 in Konig Zero-in's 205-55-r16 All season Barum 3's handle good in bad conditions plus drop the profile so people think i have 17's or 18's they look great. I live in the Mountains up a rough road.. my poor car gets the heck ran out of it.. But I take care of it Oil changes every 4k or so Trans every 30k.. The stock brakes rotors warped so I tossed them and went with Cquence drilled and slotted rotors W/ ceramic pads from posi-quiet made a huge Difference.. I put a stock K&N filter in but ill soon be upgrading to a K&N cold air intake kit.. also be getting new Monroe performance struts.. But it suits me just fine.. It's reliable.. its not a sports car but they look nice fixed up..
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GREAT CAR !
Ron Spears, 09/14/2020
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car a year ago and it had 80,000 miles on it . It has 100,000 on it now . Best car I ever owned ! This car does not have the CVT transmission . Everything I have read says stay away from the CVT
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You get what you pay for
mrsacausey, 07/07/2012
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 19 people found this review helpful
Had this car a year and has stranded me twice. Up to date on all maintenance and still has problems. Engine turned off while I was driving down the interstate and almost got into an accident because of it. I would not recommend this vehicle to anyone. You get what you pay for. The air compressor is bad and the electrical system is on the fritz. Local dealership is currently trying to work something out since I am 4k upside down on it.
Love this hatchback!!!
Michelle West, 06/14/2017
updated 06/14/2019
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a 6 speed manual, which drives and accelerates well. It is not a top of the line car, just has basic's but it is dependable. Love the hatchback can haul so much stuff with the back seats down. Have sold the car, got a great price for it.
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The do it all car!
Tom, 12/05/2019
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is very roomy. I can put my road bike in the back of the car with the rear seat down without taking the front wheel off. Gas mileage is good, about 37 highway and 28 city. LOVE the six speed manual. Smooth engine and the car is quiet at speed. Easy to drive long distances. Car has decent power when the RPMs are used correctly. So far, no issues, with the car having 86,000 miles. Recommendation: Get it!
Ok car but has faults
cukoo bird, 06/20/2021
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have a nissan versa for 8 years now. Had ignition problem had to replace first year had it. Makes funny noise like clattering and a clunk first start. Cheap car but works. Been ok dont drive much anyway. Only have 79k on car.Paint still great. Only has lock on driver door. Passenger door has no lock at all. Push button opens hatch
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Best car I ever owned
Hatchback Lover, 01/02/2023
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I bought my 2011 Nissan Versa hatchback in 2014, I was just looking for basic transportation. It was just by chance that I ended up with a hatchback. Shortly after I bought it, with about 40,000 miles on it, there was an issue with the engine, but it was taken care of under warranty. Since then, I have put about 70,000 miles on it and had no problems with the engine or transmission. Of course, I have had to have the brakes and other things worked on but that is normal for the amount of mileage I've put on it. I have really enjoyed having a hatchback because it is so much more convenient than a sedan for carrying large items. The only thing I can really complain about is that the engine is a little sluggish when trying to accelerate on an uphill grade, but that's not a real problem, unless a person lives in a very hilly area. I don't regret having bought this car, I would do it again.
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Best things come in small packages
asplaksiy, 07/09/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 16 people found this review helpful
When my 03 Toyota Camry gave out on me, i was devestated- but it lead to the best buy ever. I am completely in love with my espresso black 2011 versa hatchback. Its sleak and trendy and very fun to drive. I love fiting in smaller parking spaces and and the great added features that I chose really puts my "luxery" camry to shame. Between the cd, am/fm, ipod dock and auxiliry plug i'm never bored in my car. I love the inteligent key and bluetooth. Couldn't ask for more! love love love it.
Good commuter car
lughead, 03/13/2011
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
Good car for a long commute.
Roomy small car
Al, 11/05/2010
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 37 people found this review helpful
I needed a economical car after totaling my G-6. The Versa exceeded my expectations. It's roominess and comfort is more like cars that cost a lot more. I play in a band and needed a car to carry my instruments and equipment the hatchback gives me plenty of room. The drivers position is higher so you have a great view of the road and traffic. Performance is good with the 6 speed manual and it is fun to drive. I have been averaging over 30 mpg in combination driving. One of the things that impressed me was the fit and finish of the interior, everything looks well made.
2011 Versa
jimsullivan2, 12/05/2010
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 48 people found this review helpful
This car moves quicker and handles better than the Impala that I drove previous to this vehicle. Gas mileage averages at 31 at mostly highway driving but I like to drive close to 80mph. If you are thinking that this car is too small, take a test drive. There is more interior room than most cars out there.
Easily Best Car I've Owned
Lawrence, 05/29/2025
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 SL 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2011 Nissan Versa Hatchback stock 1.8L back in 2013. Had 33,000 miles and it is still running well at 190,000. After owning three different car brands (Audi A6, Ford Explorer, Dodge Durango) I settled on this Nissan Versa due to the affordability and relative new-ness of the vehicle being two years old. All I can say is: thank you Nissan! This car gets a lot of crap for the CVT transmission, but with regular maintenance my Nissan is still running strong. Unfortunately in just the last couple thousand miles the transmission is starting to slip downshifting from 2nd to 1st. Other than this, the car has treated me well. Another issue that arose was the radiator cracked and had a pretty big leak at about 184,000 miles. My mechanic was shocked to learn that it was the original radiator because so many he says aren't maintained properly and crack/fail way before then. Sadly, with the newer transmission issues and needing new brakes/pads I may be in the market for a newer car. Loved this one so much I contemplated buying a 2013 Nissan Versa with 90,000 miles. Probably won't but that says alot!
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Gran pequeno automovil
gtise, 01/10/2013
2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 7 people found this review helpful
Lo compre hace 6 meses con 28,000m y ya tiene 42,la verdad que estoy sorprendido con el, en las fiestas viaje a Florida y fueron 2300 millas, sin ningun problema, con buen consumo de gasolina, solo a la semana de comprarlo comprobe que no funcionaba el A/C,pero como estaba en garantia fue reparado sin costo pero de ahi en mas solo ponerle combustible y manejarlo....grata sorpresa!!!