2016
Nissan Versa

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$14,040
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn Manual 1.6 S
    Starts at
    $11,990
    27 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto 1.6 S
    Starts at
    $13,540
    26 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CVT 1.6 S Plus
    Starts at
    $14,040
    31 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CVT 1.6 SV
    Starts at
    $15,580
    31 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CVT 1.6 SL
    Starts at
    $17,140
    31 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat sedan body style
Up to 40 mpg on the highway
Manual or automatic transmission
NissanConnect smartphone integration available

The good & the bad

The good

Low base price
Roominess for class
Huge trunk
Ride comfort

The bad

Sluggish acceleration with CVT
Highway composure
Handling

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Nissan Versa base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
4/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
4/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
14.3%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
4/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
14.3%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
Dealer certification
84-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.1 / 5
Based on 99 reviews
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Comfort 4.1
Interior 3.8
Performance 4.0
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 4.2

Most recent

I have been fixing on this car since I bought it HORRIBLE

I have been fixing on this car since I bought it HORRIBLE original paint job peeling, rubber around the doors and trunk comes off one sick 🤢 car I advise no one else to buy a Nissan ever
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 1.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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Horrible experience constantly breaking down paint jobs

Horrible experience constantly breaking down paint jobs horrible pealing paint need to improve it’s a 2016 Nissan versa I wished I never 👎 brought it never
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 1.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Nissan Versa?

The 2016 Nissan Versa is available in 4 trim levels:

  • S (2 styles)
  • S Plus (1 style)
  • SL (1 style)
  • SV (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Nissan Versa?

The 2016 Nissan Versa offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 36 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Nissan Versa reliable?

The 2016 Nissan Versa has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Nissan Versa owners.

Is the 2016 Nissan Versa a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Nissan Versa. 79.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.1 / 5
Based on 99 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.1
  • Interior: 3.8
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 4.2

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