2025 Nissan Versa

Price Range: $17,190 - $21,190

Average

7.4

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Small sedans are hard to come by these days, but the 2025 Nissan Versa is well built, with lots of space inside and a good package of standard tech and safety features that make its price perfectly reasonable. The Versa's fuel economy is another feather in its cap, although we do wish it had a bit more spring in its step. Still, the Versa's a smart choice for an affordable small sedan.

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Pros

Pro:Lots of features for the money
Pro:Generous cargo capacity
Pro:Impressive fuel economy
Pro:User-friendly infotainment system

Cons

Con:Sluggish acceleration
Con:Not much interior storage for small items

What’s new

No major changes for 2025
Part of the third Versa generation introduced for 2020

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3 Trims

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2025 Nissan Versa Review

Overview

Written by automotive expert Michael Cantu

1/8/2025

The 2025 Nissan Versa is a great option if you're in the market for a budget-friendly small sedan. The Versa is a subcompact car that provides a pleasant driving experience and fuel economy of up to 35 mpg combined. Performance isn't exactly its forte, but it redeems itself by offering a lot of helpful technology and driver assist features for the money. In addition, the Versa has a fairly roomy cabin for its size. The 2025 Versa is mostly a carryover from last year, with the addition of standard LED headlights for all trims plus two years of free maintenance.

Edmunds spotlight: Undeniable value

The Nissan Versa is offered in three trim levels — S, SV and SR — but no matter which trim you choose, you can expect a good amount of features for an affordable price tag. On the inside, the Versa is furnished with a well-built interior and solid materials. Even though the Versa is small in dimensions, it manages to offer quite a spacious cabin that leaves little room for complaint. To top it off, the Versa is fuel-efficient. All in all, Nissan's smallest sedan is a fantastic pick if you're shopping for an inexpensive sedan.

Competitors to consider

In 2025, the Versa is nearly in a class all by itself. Most other automakers have given up making affordable subcompact sedans. Currently, there's only one true alternative to the Versa: the Mitsubishi Mirage. Although a little higher in price, the Hyundai Venue and Kia Soul are subcompact SUVs that should also be considered. If you're still on the fence about the Versa, our test team's thorough review in the Expert Rating below should help you decide.

Which Versa does Edmunds recommend?

We think the SV trim is the best pick for the 2025 Versa because it offers the most value. While inexpensive, the base S model is also sparsely equipped. The SV's added features are worth the price bump and include alloy wheels instead of steel wheels with plastic hubcaps, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, a wireless smartphone charging pad, and blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning.

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Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

Nissan Versa models

The 2025 Nissan Versa is a subcompact sedan available in three trims: S, SV and SR. Every Versa is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque) that sends power to the front wheels. A five-speed manual is standard on the S, and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional. The CVT is standard on SV and SR models. Keep reading for our editors' rundown of the Versa's significant standard and optional features.

S
The base S model covers the basics and adds in a few noteworthy extras. Standard features include:

15-inch steel wheels
Power windows and door locks
Push-button ignition
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Fixed-back passenger seat
7-inch touchscreen
Bluetooth connectivity
Four-speaker audio system
Three USB ports

Standard safety features and driver aids include:

Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Automatic high beams

An S+ package adds the following items to the base Versa with an automatic:

16-inch alloy wheels
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Folding 60/40-split rear seat

SV
The SV builds on top of Versa S features with:

16-inch alloy wheels
Heated mirrors
Body-color mirror caps and door handles
Push-button start
Upgraded cloth upholstery
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wireless charging pad
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

SR
The top-level SR adds even more standard features to the Versa SV including:

17-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Foglights
Dark chrome grille and black-painted mirror caps
Rear spoiler
Keyless entry
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Unique upholstery
Heated front seats
Automatic climate control
8-inch touchscreen
Six-speaker audio system
Remote engine start
Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the Versa and the car in front)

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Nissan Versa Owner Reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

$860 for an alternator

First Nissan, 07/13/2023

2020 Nissan Versa S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)

Car performs well and gas mileage is great 33 city, 41 hwy. But the alternator was only producing 12.4 volts and needed to be replaced. The car had only 40,000 miles on it. It turns out that the alternator for the S model can only be purchased at Nissan, and it costs $860 and comes with only a one year warranty.

Outstanding!

Spiderman, 03/02/2020

2020 Nissan Versa SR 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)

I researched this car to death before I bought it. I got the SR fully loaded. Love the technology of Android Audio, blind spot, and sensors. Gives a very nimble ride. Get 41 mpg when drive 70-75 mph. Get 50 mpg when drive 60 mph. Seats very comfortable. Very nice sound system. This car is the best deal out there.

Fun, zippy, gas saver!

MistaT, 12/05/2019

2020 Nissan Versa S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)

I am a car guy, and the Versa is not really know for being for us car guys/gals. BUT, this car is very fun! The interior and exterior styling looks awesome, and is easy to clean/wash. Truck space is huge, and space is plentiful. I have the 5-speed with the 1.6 liter engine (HR16DE). Contrary to what others say, it accelerates nicely, and I am currently getting 45 mpg (empty car, …

Manual transmission

Barnes7502 , 09/26/2020

2020 Nissan Versa S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)

Great car and the s model is the best, no sluggish acceleration. 115k miles

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 Nissan Versa, so we've included reviews for other years of the Versa since its last redesign.

2025 Nissan Versa