2009 - 2008 Nissan Versa Pictures

The Nissan Versa comes in Sedan and Hatchback bodystyles, both powered by a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine and available in two trims: the Versa 1.8 S or the Versa 1.8 SL.

The Versa features body-color front and rear bumpers, large headlights, body-color dual remote-controlled outside mirrors, and a coefficient of drag of 0.31.

All Nissan Versa models come powered by a 16-valve 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine rated at 122 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque. There's a choice of three transmissions: an available Nissan Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) (SL models), available 4-speed electronically controlled automatic with overdrive (S models) or a 6-speed manual transmission.

The Xtronic CVT, unlike conventional stepped gear automatics, operates as essentially “one gear through use of a belt and two pulleys. By infinitely varying the working diameters of the two pulleys, the transmission eliminates the “steps between gears, resulting in a smoother, more efficient operation by keeping the engine in its optimum power range under a variety of driving and load conditions.

Fuel economy is rated at 27 mpg City/33 mpg Highway with the CVT transmission; 24 mpg City/31 mpg highway with the 4-speed automatic transmission; and 26 mpg City/31 mpg Highway with the 6-speed manual transmission.

Botht he Nissan Versa Sedan and Hatchback are equipped with an independent MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension, with front and rear stabilizer bars. Other standard equipment includes electric power steering, power-assist front disc/rear drum brakes and 15-inch wheels with P185/65HR15 tires. Also available are an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) and 15-inch 6-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels.

Built on Nissan’s proven B-platform, Versa’s unique packaging layout provides a spacious cabin with class-leading head and rear leg room. Interior length, front to back, is more than six feet. Both the Versa Hatchback and Versa Sedan have large cargo areas. The Nissan Versa Hatchback features a 60/40 split fold-down rear bench that allows for a wider spectrum of passenger/cargo space combinations. The front seats are nearly as large as a Nissan Maxima’s and comfort is a priority for all passengers.

Both Sedan and Hatchback designs also integrate convenient storage solutions, including in the center console, glove box, front doors and an in-dash CD storage compartment. In addition, the Nissan Versa comes with a long list of standard and available equipment, including available Intelligent Key, Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System, satellite radio and Clarion speakers with a Rockford Fosgate-powered subwoofer.

Changes for 2008:

For 2008, a Sport Package is available on the Nissan Versa Sedan 1.8 SL model (previously offered on Versa Hatchback 1.8 SL). The Sport Package adds a higher level of performance styling with a rear spoiler (roof-mounted for Hatchback, decklid-mounted for Sedan), lower body side sill extensions, unique front and rear fascia (Hatchback) and chin spoiler (Sedan) and fog lights.

Changes for 2009:

For 2009, Nissan has simplified the model lineup by reducing the total number of body, trim, and transmission combinations from nine to six. The Sport Package is now restricted to the hatchback.