I'm 59. When I was in high school my parents bought a 1977 Datsun B210 hatchback with a five speed manual. Vinyl seats, AM/FM radio with two speakers. Air conditioning was the only comfort option it had. No power windows, power locks, power steering.... nothing. Compared to the late 70s Japanese econo-boxes this Nissan Versa is positively a luxury car. How times and expectations have changed.
I think it's good that Tom mentioned this. The rear-view-camera requirement is only about 1 year old (May 2018), and most folks don't shop for new vehicles every year. Particularly, (as Tom suggested), if you're shopping this Versa against a used car, safety tech is something to keep in mind.
@@kenc2257 oh no I totally agree that it should be mentioned. But if you listen to Nissian guy he is acting like they are doing you favor. I love Tom. Best reviews on YT
Wow, the kind of kit that entry-level vehicles come with these days is awesome! I love watching all sorts of automotive videos, which includes plenty of models that aren’t in my book, but it’s neat seeing how companies are improving and innovating. Color me impressed - just ten, even five years ago, this kind of equipment wouldn’t have even been optional on most vehicles in the class!
Versa looks SOOOOOO much better. Just wish I had more confidence is that Janky Jatco CVT transmission with its horrendous reliability record. 😕 Great review Tom. Appreciate the reviews of the lower end vehicles.
THANK YOU Tom!!! Your reviews are much better than others'. I absolutely LOVE my Versas!!!! I've owned 4 Versas, including a current 2007 6-speed manual transmission (6MT) with INTELLIGENT (proximity) KEY. Nissan was way ahead of the game, offering the Intelligent Key in many models back then, including its entry-level, sub-$15K Versa! Most luxury brands (Acura, Audi, Mercedes, Lincoln, Cadillac, etc.) DID NOT even offer this technology at the time, even in their most expensive models. They took many years to catch up. The Fit, Yaris, Corolla, Accent, Rio, etc. took over 6-7 years to even offer Intelligent/Smart/proximity key technology -- if even available, as some still don't even offer it in 2019! My Versas (with their MR18DE and HR16DE engines) have been EXTREMELY PRACTICAL, DURABLE, ULTRA RELIABLE, SUPER SPACIOUS and have VERY, VERY COMFORTABLE seats. Beyond routine recommended maintainence (engine oil changes every 3-6K miles, transmission fluid exchanges every 40-60K miles, ignition coils every 100-120K miles, A/C system servicing), I've NEVER had ANY major problems with my Versas. They have NEVER left me stranded or inconvenienced me. The Versa's top IIHS safety ratings (in 2006 and thereafter) and best/least cost-of-ownership rankings have easily proven themselves true with my experience over the past 13 years. A month ago, a careless driver darted in front of me to make a right turn from the left-turn lane on a 4-lane boulevard. I hardly felt a thing at the moment of impact. The designed impact absorption was amazing. I did not experience any physical pain or discomfort at the time or thereafter. My 2008 Versa dutifully did its job protecting me. In the end, it was sadly declared a total loss. I'm not so sure my Versa's contemporaries (Yaris, Fit, Accent, Scion) would've protected me as well. I will regrettably miss the gobs of headroom in my older Versas, but this all-new Versa looks so much more upscale inside/out. When compared to even the current batch of mid-size sedans, with their lowered roofs/window cowls and diminished headroom (Accord, Camry, Altima, etc.), the older Versas excel. Regardless, I love the new Versa's new "little brother to Maxima/Altima" DNA/design language! It rocks! The attention to detail is also amazing for its' class! I love the stylish and dedicated floating roof black plastic trim piece on the C-pillar (also found on the Altima, Maxima, etc.). Nissan spent the engineering money to design and manufacture it, rather than going the cost-cutting (read: cheaper) route of using only different paint colors to delineate its floating roof, such as found on the $34-36K+ Camry XSE 4/6-cylinder. Job well-done Nissan! I'm hoping this new N18 Versa will keep its' virtues! Long live the Versa/Tiida/Almera/Latio!!!
Not until they regain some of their reputation for reliability. They used to be right up there with Toyota and Honda in the 90's but they squandered it when they merged with Renault and started cutting costs and producing junk.
@@nodak81 who needs to be a three-way merger Toyota Honda Nissan I don't think it would ever happen but just to bring back some of that reliability don't get me wrong I like the new Nissans design on interior and exterior but I would never buy a brand new one for lease or Finance I would probably rather drive a CVT made by Toyota
@@coffeenow2382 Not absolutely true. I give you an example. The Lexus IS300h is a complicated car. Batteries and a complicated magnetic clutch system. But it is designed to be fully rebuild-able (sorry not english). The battery system can be completely and easily recycled, the magnetic clutch is failsafe to old japanese car level. The electronic inside the car never fails, and when yes, the receipe are easy and the parts are still available from Lexus, even when speaking about a 2002 model. When I compare it with a Corvette C5, that is mechanically pretty simple, the electronic is already discontinued. When some specific parts fail, you can go to the scrapyard trying to find replacement, or install some counterfeight processor cards made in russia that will keep the car alive, but will fuck up nearly everything else.
Perfectly acceptable for what it is, a new car with a new car warranty. I wish some people would stop trying to compare it with a car costing twice as much.
I had a 2013 Nissan Almera/Versa Pros: Amazing speakers Huge legroom and foot room Responsive engine Smooth transmission Huge trunk space Cheap materials and common parts so if something breaks, it's not that expensive Good gas mileage Smooth af ride Cons: Cheap halogens from the factory Cheap interior Drum brakes in the back Somewhat big loadlip in the trunk Boring looks (according to other peeps) Road noise Limited headroom because of the sloping roof line I had it until 70K miles with no problems at all other than the cheap halogens from the factory. Took me up mountain roads even. It's a good car, just take care of it and it'll always start up for you.
Problem is the you have to be lucky to get above 100k with that transmission, and it will not come close to getting your money's worth in the long run.
I was at the dealer ship yesterday and the versa looked great! Compared to the outgoing sentra, the versa looks better with the blacked out tail lamps. The interior on the versa sv is light years ahead of its predecessor. We ended u getting a Sentra SR because it ended up being cheaper with the incentives they were offering.
We have a 2017 Versa SV bought for my son as a college car. It now has 50K miles with only routine maintenance and 1 tire change. It has been very reliable and averages 37 mpg in 80% city driving. We are having the CVT fluid changed to prolong its service life even though Nissan doesn't require it. This new model has safety tech at a price no other competitor can match at the price. I think the SV trim is the sweet spot for value. I may very likely buy one for myself.
Great review Tom. Hope you had time in my city (Nashville) to see some historical places. It looked like you were in Skulls Rainbow Room for the event, a very historic place which was where the original Nashville newspaper was printed in the early century and which was later Skulls where Elvis, Dylan, Cash, and hundreds others played in their early years. The current owner renovated it in 2015 and I have had lunch several times there, the lamb burgers are awesome. Keep up the great work.
The press event speaker is like a human brochure/salesman. They gotta liven it up, maybe hire a comedian or someone that sounds like Michael Buffer to do the presentation. It'll make the press more excited when they drive an entry level car
Learn to drive manual and you will be more free from the corporate auto industry They don't want you to buy what you need, they want you to buy what THEY think you want at their own benefit. Also modern Nissans all suck balls. Get a Toyota
The Versa is the one with the least problems dealing with the CVT. Altima and Pathfinder are the ones with the most issues I have noticed. Versa is a very good car besides a few odd things here and there
God Damn. Nobody buys a versa for sport tuned transmission or an astounding automatic. Some people couldn’t even make it to work if it weren’t for cheap cars like this god
Rental Fleets will be flooded with these so resale will be horrible. Rent to Buy for a couple of days, have a Dealer do a PPI & take it to a Collision Repair Shop since Rental companies "self report" accidents. I'm sure Tom is tempted to dump that ELR & get one of these!
I get so tired of seeing people complain about the transmissions on these Versas and the previous gen ones too. The CVT in this car IS reliable IF YOU DO THE MAINTENANCE. Change the fluid every 25,000 miles and you should have no issues. Our family's 2016 Versa Note with the CVT has 137,000 miles with no issues. As with any car, do the maintenance and it will be reliable. Now the Sentra and previous gen Altima might be different stories :p
jose flores yeah, you just named the 2020 base model corolla. 😂 which also comes with all the Toyota safety sense features included, the whole package for 19-20k.
Wow...I had to do a double- take...$20k for a Versa....crazy. Costs of cars today are out of control. I think car MFR's are trying to get more $$$ because the days of personal transportation as we know it are numbered.
Keep in mind that $20k is for a fully optioned Versa, with the starting MSRP at just under $15k. To put that into perspective, that's less expensive than the 1987 Hyundai Excel back when it was new ($6645 in 1987 dollars converts to about $15,000 today).
A+ for the redesign and nice looking Versa as compares to the old model. It dose the job as intended commuting from point A to B. I rented one of the 2018 Versa over the weekend and it [OK] as he stated here. Nothing to write home about.
Here is the weird thing... I went through the Costco program and got a hatchback Impreza with blind spot, forward collision, and awd for 22,000... if you don’t care about blind spot or forward collision then you can get it for 19000... for a much better car that should last years and years and it’s much more safe
I don't know about this 2020 version, but the 2019 that I rented felt unstable and unsafe on the highway. The tires weren't much thicker than bike tires. I feared for my life.
@@DrivenCarReviews I would say 9s or so should be perfectly fine. Lots of people never ever put the loud pedal to the floor, so why do they choose to lug around a big engine in the first place. There is something wrong when everything not doing 6s or less is deemed slow.
@@dsugioaga No I don't live a fearful life. I just value my life. In the 2019 Versa, the car would veer to the side in a wind gust, the tire/suspension set-up caused the car to get caught in grooves in the road, and the car was tall and narrow which made it feel unbalanced. It's hard to believe this was a modern vehicle. I'm sure I'm not the only one to have this reaction.
Honestly car prices are to high on general..none of the big companies crossovers should be over 23k...sedans should start at 17k new then add options later..but w.e used cars ftw
Oh man! I should've known you were here in Nashville based on it being a Nissan. Should've kept my eyes peeled, even if you didn't have time for Costco lol
I mean you can get a CPO Prius for less than $20k and probably under warranty still so I can agree with that. Plus you'll get 53mpg and toyota is just straight reliable
So adaptive cruise control is only available on the top-trim level, and isn't even standard. That's dumb. I'd take a Honda Fit (EX manual, standard Honda-Sensing) over this any day.
I like this. It would be a fine commuter without breaking the bank. I would prefer a hatch but this would be fine. What’s the reliability for today’s Nissan product like?
Hyundai did the same thing with the Vue. The Vue is basically the new Accent hatch. It just looks like a CUV now. So Nissan has the Versa sedan and the Kicks CUV. And Hyundai has the Accent sedan and the Vue CUV.
I don't see the value. Many much better compact models are offered with huge discounts, for example you can easily get a new Hyundai Elantra under $15k. If you want a manual trans the rear seats are fixed and can't be folded??? Wth, how much more would it have cost to use the same rear seats on all models, one cent?
@@DrivenCarReviews I know, but it's impossible to get the folding rear seats in combination with the manual transmission. The manual trans model is only available with fixed rear seats.
Today in the NY Times: " Subaru said last year that likely pedestrian-related insurance claims fell by 41 percent in vehicles with the second-generation EyeSight system, which was introduced for 2015." 41% compared to what?
Wait so your telling me that Nissans CVT transmissions are still not as reliable as the competitors wow....... I mean I remembered when I bought a used 2003 Nissan Murano and the first issue I get after putting around 6,000 miles on it was the transmission which is insane I got rid of it and luckily got more than what I paid for it since the interior and exterior was in excellent condition I just feel bad for the owner who took the headache off my hands And also I just realized I still have the Murano as my profile pic will be removing that demon
20k for 122 horsepower and cvt. I bought a 2 year old Lincoln MKZ with 35k miles on it with a 300hp V6, loaded, and CPO 100k mile bumper to bumper warranty from Lincoln for 21k. Shop around and bug slightly used.
I don't know what the insurance rate is between a versa and a Lincoln MKZ. The versal is much more easier to park also I'm pretty sure a lot of kids will be using this car and parking malls and small parking spaces and the Lincoln MKZ is pretty big. You also get double the gas mileage with the versa Which will definitely keep costs down for people who drive a lot. You also have a new car feeling that you are the 1st one to put your a** in the seats
@@occckid123 the analysis is restricted to what somebody would do with $20K for transportation has NOTHING to do with insurance or parking lots jesus man try to keep up
I'm in a 2019 sedan while my G35 is in the body shop. Wish I was in this instead. I really hate that the door cards don't have padded arm rests in the previous gen versa - pretty uncomfortable for any long trip.
I'm not defending Nissan when I say this. Does Nissan have issues with CVT? Yes but they are not alone when it come to manufactures having transmission issues. Also grouping all of Nissan vehicles that have CVT as bad is wrong. The Versa is honestly the one I see with less transmission issues out of all the other cars, it is rare that I have seen me or a fellow technician replace one. The main vehicles with issues are older pathfinder and Altima 13-16. But besides them two, the rest are fairly reliable
I haven't driven the Accent in a while so sorry, can't help you there. But you could drive both and let me know what you think. That's your homework. Let me know what happens.
Yeahhh... had issues with a new one at 30k miles with alternator, transmission, radiator at 50k ac, new tires after 10k miles etc.. no thanks. Maybe it'll change but doubt it.
Soon I'm turning 18 and before I would like to buy an used car. It'll be my very first car and I don't know which one I should get. Budget $2500, I thought buying a Honda since parts costs less than other cars, and overall maintenance is cheap.
@@TalismanPHX As an old retired guy, I'd say "retiree" and "tight budget" are synonymous... [especially if you like to travel, and/or have budget-unfriendly hobbies]
@@DrivenCarReviews With the CEO issuing an edict to trim the number of models it's hard to tell what might happen. They are also preparing the refreshed Titan, but you have to wonder how long it will be allowed to stay around if it doesn't see major improvement in sales. Sentra could be saved due to its position south of the border. Guess we will have to wait and see.
@@neeko.b yeah you are right cause civics are the most stolen vehicles here in the states. So insurance is a little high
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Well for $20K and under there are a ton of low mileage cars for sale . There are tons of very low mile Civics ,Altimas ,Regals, Subarus etc for this price ...For example $18k for a 2018 Civic LX with only 424 miles on it ... Think these would be better choice than a Versa.. Think Nissan is lost ..
You are correct about lots of choices. But I assume you know something about cars and how to choose them. There are a lot of people (and I meet them all the time because they ask my advice) that know NOTHING about cars and have made bad choices because friends/uncles/parents/sales people have given bad advice. Just another way to look at it.
I own a Versa Note. They are garbage cars. I bought mine brand new in 2014 with 76 miles. At 19k the front right ball joint went, covered under warranty. At 30k, my exhaust rusted completely through and sheared in half. Nissan wanted to charge me 400-500 for oem exhaust, plus labor since it wasn’t covered under warranty. I drove across the street and had the guy at Monroe patch it for $45. At 47k, my whole HVAC system died, on the hottest weekend of the year none the less. I replaced the blower motor resistor, still nothing. So my blower motor is bad, on a car that had 47k, one owner, and taken care of. I learned my lesson with buying “cheap but new cars”. Warranty wasn’t worth anything. I will be going back to buying 2-3 years old or more Honda’s and Toyota’s, and be happier for it. Every chance I get I tell people how Nissan makes terrible cars, and they aren’t the reliable company I grew up with.
Dont get I have a 2015 Nissan Sentra sv and I made a huge mistake on not doing my research on the cvt transmission I'm at 24,000 miles and it's just a matter of time before I have to get a new transmission but ima trade it in before and just get a Toyota Tacoma
Thank you for continuing to cover the low end.
I'm 59. When I was in high school my parents bought a 1977 Datsun B210 hatchback with a five speed manual. Vinyl seats, AM/FM radio with two speakers. Air conditioning was the only comfort option it had. No power windows, power locks, power steering.... nothing. Compared to the late 70s Japanese econo-boxes this Nissan Versa is positively a luxury car. How times and expectations have changed.
YES indeed! We had one as well (i'm almost 60) . The features, styling, and technology even these sub-compacts today have is mind blowing!
Can we stop acting like a rear view camera is a feature that they are "throwing in" on base model cars now. Its a federal law now.
I think it's good that Tom mentioned this. The rear-view-camera requirement is only about 1 year old (May 2018), and most folks don't shop for new vehicles every year. Particularly, (as Tom suggested), if you're shopping this Versa against a used car, safety tech is something to keep in mind.
@@kenc2257 oh no I totally agree that it should be mentioned. But if you listen to Nissian guy he is acting like they are doing you favor. I love Tom. Best reviews on YT
Wow, the kind of kit that entry-level vehicles come with these days is awesome! I love watching all sorts of automotive videos, which includes plenty of models that aren’t in my book, but it’s neat seeing how companies are improving and innovating. Color me impressed - just ten, even five years ago, this kind of equipment wouldn’t have even been optional on most vehicles in the class!
Agree. There is much to like here - and the savings compared to something premium pays for several holidays.
Just bought a basic lx honda civc it has a nice radio and Honda sense also automatic headlight i was stunned
C’mon people, Tom is so close to 100k subscribers. Let’s get him there. He deserves it.!
Versa looks SOOOOOO much better. Just wish I had more confidence is that Janky Jatco CVT transmission with its horrendous reliability record. 😕
Great review Tom. Appreciate the reviews of the lower end vehicles.
it comes in a stick
Beast Boì I think the stick is still a cvt tho correct me if I’m wrong
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@@instasingingvids3529 No, it's a 5-speed manual. Only available on the base model, though.
I have a versa note with CVT with 65k. if you keep up with the maintenance you should be fine.
THANK YOU Tom!!! Your reviews are much better than others'.
I absolutely LOVE my Versas!!!! I've owned 4 Versas, including a current 2007 6-speed manual transmission (6MT) with INTELLIGENT (proximity) KEY. Nissan was way ahead of the game, offering the Intelligent Key in many models back then, including its entry-level, sub-$15K Versa! Most luxury brands (Acura, Audi, Mercedes, Lincoln, Cadillac, etc.) DID NOT even offer this technology at the time, even in their most expensive models. They took many years to catch up. The Fit, Yaris, Corolla, Accent, Rio, etc. took over 6-7 years to even offer Intelligent/Smart/proximity key technology -- if even available, as some still don't even offer it in 2019! My Versas (with their MR18DE and HR16DE engines) have been EXTREMELY PRACTICAL, DURABLE, ULTRA RELIABLE, SUPER SPACIOUS and have VERY, VERY COMFORTABLE seats. Beyond routine recommended maintainence (engine oil changes every 3-6K miles, transmission fluid exchanges every 40-60K miles, ignition coils every 100-120K miles, A/C system servicing), I've NEVER had ANY major problems with my Versas. They have NEVER left me stranded or inconvenienced me. The Versa's top IIHS safety ratings (in 2006 and thereafter) and best/least cost-of-ownership rankings have easily proven themselves true with my experience over the past 13 years. A month ago, a careless driver darted in front of me to make a right turn from the left-turn lane on a 4-lane boulevard. I hardly felt a thing at the moment of impact. The designed impact absorption was amazing. I did not experience any physical pain or discomfort at the time or thereafter. My 2008 Versa dutifully did its job protecting me. In the end, it was sadly declared a total loss. I'm not so sure my Versa's contemporaries (Yaris, Fit, Accent, Scion) would've protected me as well. I will regrettably miss the gobs of headroom in my older Versas, but this all-new Versa looks so much more upscale inside/out. When compared to even the current batch of mid-size sedans, with their lowered roofs/window cowls and diminished headroom (Accord, Camry, Altima, etc.), the older Versas excel. Regardless, I love the new Versa's new "little brother to Maxima/Altima" DNA/design language! It rocks! The attention to detail is also amazing for its' class! I love the stylish and dedicated floating roof black plastic trim piece on the C-pillar (also found on the Altima, Maxima, etc.). Nissan spent the engineering money to design and manufacture it, rather than going the cost-cutting (read: cheaper) route of using only different paint colors to delineate its floating roof, such as found on the $34-36K+ Camry XSE 4/6-cylinder. Job well-done Nissan! I'm hoping this new N18 Versa will keep its' virtues! Long live the Versa/Tiida/Almera/Latio!!!
So...may be going out on a limb here...but, I'm thinking you just MIGHT be a fan of this new Versa...
Nissan is in the process of changing their image around, and the Kicks, Altima, and Versa are definitely a start
Not until they regain some of their reputation for reliability. They used to be right up there with Toyota and Honda in the 90's but they squandered it when they merged with Renault and started cutting costs and producing junk.
@@nodak81 who needs to be a three-way merger Toyota Honda Nissan I don't think it would ever happen but just to bring back some of that reliability don't get me wrong I like the new Nissans design on interior and exterior but I would never buy a brand new one for lease or Finance I would probably rather drive a CVT made by Toyota
with all of those sensors and gismos ....these cars will be in the local salvage yards in no time.....
@@spanishh2001 True!!
@@coffeenow2382 Not absolutely true. I give you an example. The Lexus IS300h is a complicated car. Batteries and a complicated magnetic clutch system. But it is designed to be fully rebuild-able (sorry not english). The battery system can be completely and easily recycled, the magnetic clutch is failsafe to old japanese car level. The electronic inside the car never fails, and when yes, the receipe are easy and the parts are still available from Lexus, even when speaking about a 2002 model.
When I compare it with a Corvette C5, that is mechanically pretty simple, the electronic is already discontinued. When some specific parts fail, you can go to the scrapyard trying to find replacement, or install some counterfeight processor cards made in russia that will keep the car alive, but will fuck up nearly everything else.
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“I’m driving an SR model with PrEmIuM paint”
The orange peel is clear as day next to the badge
I love how when you started it the speedo sweep only went to 110mph 😂😂
Let’s show them 150. But let’s stop that sucker at 110 otherwise the car will start falling apart if they pass that speed.
Perfectly acceptable for what it is, a new car with a new car warranty. I wish some people would stop trying to compare it with a car costing twice as much.
67tomcat I know it! Drives me nuts 🥜
Many much better compact models are offered with huge discounts, for example you can easily get a new Hyundai Elantra under $15k.
Mgoblagulkablong easily? Not really. The very cheapest Elantra in base form here in LR AR, is 16,307. That’s base and not easily under 15k. Next 🙄
I had a 2013 Nissan Almera/Versa
Pros:
Amazing speakers
Huge legroom and foot room
Responsive engine
Smooth transmission
Huge trunk space
Cheap materials and common parts so if something breaks, it's not that expensive
Good gas mileage
Smooth af ride
Cons:
Cheap halogens from the factory
Cheap interior
Drum brakes in the back
Somewhat big loadlip in the trunk
Boring looks (according to other peeps)
Road noise
Limited headroom because of the sloping roof line
I had it until 70K miles with no problems at all other than the cheap halogens from the factory. Took me up mountain roads even. It's a good car, just take care of it and it'll always start up for you.
Problem is the you have to be lucky to get above 100k with that transmission, and it will not come close to getting your money's worth in the long run.
@@GreySchezwan I mean its a cheap car, so it'll obviously come with cheap parts. But rn, it's completely fine.
Drum brakes with asbestos? I thought those were outlawed!
@@lefthanded5473 i dont get it
I did, indeed, enjoy this video, Tom. Your honesty and candor on this and all other makes & models are always appreciated.
I was at the dealer ship yesterday and the versa looked great! Compared to the outgoing sentra, the versa looks better with the blacked out tail lamps. The interior on the versa sv is light years ahead of its predecessor. We ended u getting a Sentra SR because it ended up being cheaper with the incentives they were offering.
We have a 2017 Versa SV bought for my son as a college car. It now has 50K miles with only routine maintenance and 1 tire change. It has been very reliable and averages 37 mpg in 80% city driving. We are having the CVT fluid changed to prolong its service life even though Nissan doesn't require it. This new model has safety tech at a price no other competitor can match at the price. I think the SV trim is the sweet spot for value. I may very likely buy one for myself.
Make sure the right transmission fluid is used. Anecdotal evidence suggest the wrong fluid is part of the CVT issues Nissan has had.
You will look fabulous with a pretty car parked along the highway with a crap transmission.....😆😆😆
That's why you get the manual
Great review Tom. Hope you had time in my city (Nashville) to see some historical places. It looked like you were in Skulls Rainbow Room for the event, a very historic place which was where the original Nashville newspaper was printed in the early century and which was later Skulls where Elvis, Dylan, Cash, and hundreds others played in their early years. The current owner renovated it in 2015 and I have had lunch several times there, the lamb burgers are awesome. Keep up the great work.
The press event speaker is like a human brochure/salesman. They gotta liven it up, maybe hire a comedian or someone that sounds like Michael Buffer to do the presentation. It'll make the press more excited when they drive an entry level car
Good job Nissan...big improvement over the years and i think this car is one of the best budget compact cars in the world 👍
hi Tom, great review of a basic car - when A to B is what really matters, this is a great choice.
There is a 2018 infiniti Q70 3.7L luxe awd for 24.500 usd with carfax warranty, 1 owner history and 30.000ish milage
Just sayin😎
Some people just prefer to buy new cars instead of used ones covered in someone else's cum stains. Now we know which you prefer...
Nodak81 get a prius
@@nodak81
You've got issues
Nodak81
Don't remember the last time I saw an INFINITI without leather...maybe a 1998 I30
Nodak81 Lmao omg 😂😂😂
Tom, I love your euphemisms here.
I gave Nissan the boot several years ago and went with a nice certified used Lexus
Couldn't be happier.....
I just automatically click "Like" with Tom's videos at this point ...
Congratulations on 100k subscribers!
Quite literally one of the worst cars on the market. Transmission always goes out quick. Stay away
Learn to drive manual and you will be more free from the corporate auto industry
They don't want you to buy what you need, they want you to buy what THEY think you want at their own benefit.
Also modern Nissans all suck balls. Get a Toyota
The Versa is the one with the least problems dealing with the CVT. Altima and Pathfinder are the ones with the most issues I have noticed. Versa is a very good car besides a few odd things here and there
God Damn. Nobody buys a versa for sport tuned transmission or an astounding automatic. Some people couldn’t even make it to work if it weren’t for cheap cars like this god
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Rental Fleets will be flooded with these so resale will be horrible. Rent to Buy for a couple of days, have a Dealer do a PPI & take it to a Collision Repair Shop since Rental companies "self report" accidents. I'm sure Tom is tempted to dump that ELR & get one of these!
I wouldn't have terribly high confidence in a car with only a 36k mile warranty...
That’s why you go with Volkswagen, 6 year 72,000 mile limited bumper to bumper warranty
KIA has a 10-year, 100k mile warranty.
@@exaltedstinger1431 Here it's 7 years and unlimited mileage
Tom, you`re the best! Way better looking car too!
I get so tired of seeing people complain about the transmissions on these Versas and the previous gen ones too. The CVT in this car IS reliable IF YOU DO THE MAINTENANCE. Change the fluid every 25,000 miles and you should have no issues. Our family's 2016 Versa Note with the CVT has 137,000 miles with no issues. As with any car, do the maintenance and it will be reliable. Now the Sentra and previous gen Altima might be different stories :p
Hey,Nissan take out all that electronic crap and finally install a real transmission that last more than 30k miles.just saying.
jose flores yeah, you just named the 2020 base model corolla. 😂 which also comes with all the Toyota safety sense features included, the whole package for 19-20k.
Pedro Delgado Atleast we know the Toyota has a very very very low failure rate for CVT issues or electronic issues for that matter
I hope someone covers the base manual version sometime soon. I have the 2007 manual & wanna trade it in
Wow...I had to do a double- take...$20k for a Versa....crazy. Costs of cars today are out of control. I think car MFR's are trying to get more $$$ because the days of personal transportation as we know it are numbered.
Keep in mind that $20k is for a fully optioned Versa, with the starting MSRP at just under $15k. To put that into perspective, that's less expensive than the 1987 Hyundai Excel back when it was new ($6645 in 1987 dollars converts to about $15,000 today).
That's the fully loaded price. The base model is about 14-16k brand new.
Smart by Nissan
This is the perfect beater with a warranty.
A+ for the redesign and nice looking Versa as compares to the old model. It dose the job as intended commuting from point A to B. I rented one of the 2018 Versa over the weekend and it [OK] as he stated here. Nothing to write home about.
Here is the weird thing... I went through the Costco program and got a hatchback Impreza with blind spot, forward collision, and awd for 22,000... if you don’t care about blind spot or forward collision then you can get it for 19000... for a much better car that should last years and years and it’s much more safe
How about cvt transmission I hope they last longer then 60k ..lol
Farid Qasem just léase it and get rid of it lol 😂
If u wanna keep it get the stick
It looks like the last gen civic
Which isn’t bad in anyway! It’s much of an improvement over the last gen
Also the tail lights look incandescent
dygardion 91 what are you smoking?
The 2020 model Versa is a huge improvement over the previous generation.
You’ll be at 100k subscribers soon!
+Thomas Waters he will be if he uploads more frequently
and you'll still be a depressed, overweight nobody living in moms spare room.
I don't know about this 2020 version, but the 2019 that I rented felt unstable and unsafe on the highway. The tires weren't much thicker than bike tires. I feared for my life.
Lolol yess same with the elentra i felt like the car would steer into the wall.
The 2020 is much improved. It's just not very fast.
@@DrivenCarReviews I would say 9s or so should be perfectly fine. Lots of people never ever put the loud pedal to the floor, so why do they choose to lug around a big engine in the first place.
There is something wrong when everything not doing 6s or less is deemed slow.
Feared for your life? You must live a very fearful life... or something was wrong with the car.
@@dsugioaga No I don't live a fearful life. I just value my life. In the 2019 Versa, the car would veer to the side in a wind gust, the tire/suspension set-up caused the car to get caught in grooves in the road, and the car was tall and narrow which made it feel unbalanced. It's hard to believe this was a modern vehicle. I'm sure I'm not the only one to have this reaction.
Honestly car prices are to high on general..none of the big companies crossovers should be over 23k...sedans should start at 17k new then add options later..but w.e used cars ftw
Yay, something that doesn’t cost $80K+. Next up perhaps something in the $35-40K range please kind sir.
Oh man! I should've known you were here in Nashville based on it being a Nissan. Should've kept my eyes peeled, even if you didn't have time for Costco lol
Well, how were you to know... Nice town you have there.
So all you need in a car. And as it is a Nissan, will go on for ever.
I’d get a cpo Honda Fit or Ford Fiesta
Might as well just get a Prius, good gas mileage and lasts longer.
Ehh. Yea nah
Nah
I mean... this is meant to be way cheaper than a Prius
I mean you can get a CPO Prius for less than $20k and probably under warranty still so I can agree with that. Plus you'll get 53mpg and toyota is just straight reliable
So adaptive cruise control is only available on the top-trim level, and isn't even standard. That's dumb.
I'd take a Honda Fit (EX manual, standard Honda-Sensing) over this any day.
I like this. It would be a fine commuter without breaking the bank. I would prefer a hatch but this would be fine. What’s the reliability for today’s Nissan product like?
These new with warranty here in saudi arabia sell for 9800$ dollars, if u think 20 is a good price ,how about 9800 for the standard one
Hyundai did the same thing with the Vue. The Vue is basically the new Accent hatch. It just looks like a CUV now. So Nissan has the Versa sedan and the Kicks CUV. And Hyundai has the Accent sedan and the Vue CUV.
mx5hong Vue? Do you mean the Venue?
Sean Sean Yeah, Venue. My bad.
I don't see the value. Many much better compact models are offered with huge discounts, for example you can easily get a new Hyundai Elantra under $15k.
If you want a manual trans the rear seats are fixed and can't be folded??? Wth, how much more would it have cost to use the same rear seats on all models, one cent?
I show the rear seats folded.
@@DrivenCarReviews I know, but it's impossible to get the folding rear seats in combination with the manual transmission. The manual trans model is only available with fixed rear seats.
why do you compare a discounted car from a non discounted nissan offers discounts too duh! this will be way lower than the elantra
Today in the NY Times: " Subaru said last year that likely pedestrian-related insurance claims fell by 41 percent in vehicles with the second-generation EyeSight system, which was introduced for 2015." 41% compared to what?
Compared to the other 59% that did make an insurance claim 😂
Wait so your telling me that Nissans CVT transmissions are still not as reliable as the competitors wow....... I mean I remembered when I bought a used 2003 Nissan Murano and the first issue I get after putting around 6,000 miles on it was the transmission which is insane I got rid of it and luckily got more than what I paid for it since the interior and exterior was in excellent condition I just feel bad for the owner who took the headache off my hands
And also I just realized I still have the Murano as my profile pic will be removing that demon
rear drums are fine on a car like this. Your front wheels do most of the braking anyway.
Exactly, it was 90% of your brake was put on front brake
They're still a pain to service over disks.
4 disks all the way
Wearing a Nismo Shirt, and no performance in sight lol.
Anyone has an idea of how the manual holds up? And if theres other reliability issues other than cvt?
Hence, Nissan's Net Income dropped 95% Q2 2019. NINETY FIVE FREAKING PERCENT.
Big yikes! Run
20k for 122 horsepower and cvt. I bought a 2 year old Lincoln MKZ with 35k miles on it with a 300hp V6, loaded, and CPO 100k mile bumper to bumper warranty from Lincoln for 21k. Shop around and bug slightly used.
Fair point, but your Lincoln, while a nice car, is missing the latest safety tech.
+Mike Hoard yesss thats what the smart buyer would do
@@alliejr SCREW safety tech - get a two year old WELL BUILT car and you'll be MUCH safer
I don't know what the insurance rate is between a versa and a Lincoln MKZ. The versal is much more easier to park also I'm pretty sure a lot of kids will be using this car and parking malls and small parking spaces and the Lincoln MKZ is pretty big. You also get double the gas mileage with the versa Which will definitely keep costs down for people who drive a lot. You also have a new car feeling that you are the 1st one to put your a** in the seats
@@occckid123 the analysis is restricted to what somebody would do with $20K for transportation
has NOTHING to do with insurance or parking lots
jesus man try to keep up
I really like this versa, it looks sporty.
If you're impressed by it now wait for a year when it hits the used market. No jokes though good value for money
Why can't they give us a manual, cvt and a choice of a 6-speed auto?
You can get a manual Versa in the base trim. The reason so many manufacturers are using CVTs these days is because of their fuel efficiency
Quite nice for such a small car. Soon, the Sentra will be redesigned to resemble a shrunken Maxima or is it discontinued
There will be another Sentra
I'm in a 2019 sedan while my G35 is in the body shop. Wish I was in this instead. I really hate that the door cards don't have padded arm rests in the previous gen versa - pretty uncomfortable for any long trip.
Long live to the sedan.
Hell, for $18-20k, you might as well get a Sentra. And if you plan on not breaking down, buy the manual.
I’m thinking about the 2020 Hyundai Accent but I’m not sure.
mikeday66 I hear bad things. The Hyundai has the best warranty. 10 years! That’s what has me drawn to it.
99K! Come on people!
Such a garbage car for $20,000. I’d much rather have a mid level corolla/civic or something.
TheDavePhan true even an older used car that’s 15 or under
100K is just around the corner! Woohoo.
Looks great and has a good standard features list, but no front arm rest? It my sound like nitpicking, but I don’t think I could live with that.
Nissan CVT transmissions have a HORRIBLE reputation. Hopefully those have been improved?
LMAO 😂😂😂
I own the 2012 and it’s to slow. I have been checking out the Rogue because they look cool.
I love this new versa.
I'm not defending Nissan when I say this. Does Nissan have issues with CVT? Yes but they are not alone when it come to manufactures having transmission issues. Also grouping all of Nissan vehicles that have CVT as bad is wrong. The Versa is honestly the one I see with less transmission issues out of all the other cars, it is rare that I have seen me or a fellow technician replace one. The main vehicles with issues are older pathfinder and Altima 13-16. But besides them two, the rest are fairly reliable
So whatcha think is the better choice Tom...a base model Versa vs. a base model Accent, both with manual transmission?
I haven't driven the Accent in a while so sorry, can't help you there. But you could drive both and let me know what you think. That's your homework. Let me know what happens.
Nissan and Reliability are not in the same term. 20K is laughable. Honda Civic or Elantra is 20K on base.
Yeahhh... had issues with a new one at 30k miles with alternator, transmission, radiator at 50k ac, new tires after 10k miles etc.. no thanks. Maybe it'll change but doubt it.
So this is the same as the Nissan Sunny?
Just needs a sunroof and a automatic rear view mirror. Small things but they don’t cost that much.
Soon I'm turning 18 and before I would like to buy an used car. It'll be my very first car and I don't know which one I should get. Budget $2500, I thought buying a Honda since parts costs less than other cars, and overall maintenance is cheap.
Good idea
@@IsaiahInHD what's your first car?
Don't have one yet, i'm 18 myself. But when I do get one it'll probably be a Honda or Toyota, maybe Acura if I'm lucky
Rental special hertz is calling
Great college student car ...
Or retiree on a tight budget
@@TalismanPHX As an old retired guy, I'd say "retiree" and "tight budget" are synonymous... [especially if you like to travel, and/or have budget-unfriendly hobbies]
A better option would be the Volkswagen Jetta, more space and a much longer warranty (6 year/72,000 mile)
Better to get a used Toyota, Honda, or other reliable car than be strapped with a car payment and the high insurance that comes with a new car.
If It's not at least 20 years old, it's junk. As long as Renault is in charge, I want nothing to do with Nissan.
Basically it's a rebadged Dacia Logan, except with a garbage jatco CVT added...
I agree. Scotty is that you ;)
Well here in europe you can get new cars for less than 10k, decent new cars (subcompacts) for about 15k
Wheres the center arm rest? The Versa SV i saw yesterday had a center arm rest.....
Sorry if I missed but how about a optional premium sound system?
He said the Bose system is not available like on the Nissan Kicks
@@SSC3034 It is not? Oh that's sad
My bet is that they are taking Versa upmarket a bit in anticipation of Sentra going away.
Nissan told me there will be a new Sentra. But hey, you never know...
@@DrivenCarReviews With the CEO issuing an edict to trim the number of models it's hard to tell what might happen. They are also preparing the refreshed Titan, but you have to wonder how long it will be allowed to stay around if it doesn't see major improvement in sales. Sentra could be saved due to its position south of the border. Guess we will have to wait and see.
How about the Note model?
When they showed the tac moving while the engine revved in the background, i cringed so hard i shat myself.
It looks good
The perfect commuter car with better mpg then Corolla.
RJ Money It’s cheap Nissan junk. The Corolla is a far better car than any Nissan.
I would like to see an electric Nissan Versa. My current car is a used Nissan Leaf.
Who's the lady in the white dress at the beginning of the video??
0:46
@@venuesurfamerica9840 thanks dawg - she's hot as hell
How can I get one!!!
If relatability and resale value is important then which one is better a fully loaded Versa or Base Civic LX sedan (2.0L in-line 4 automatic) ?
Ahmed Syed Civic. Insurance will probably be higher though, so you should check before buying.
Neeko B, thank you
@@neeko.b yeah you are right cause civics are the most stolen vehicles here in the states. So insurance is a little high
Well for $20K and under there are a ton of low mileage cars for sale . There are tons of very low mile Civics ,Altimas ,Regals, Subarus etc for this price ...For example $18k for a 2018 Civic LX with only 424 miles on it ... Think these would be better choice than a Versa.. Think Nissan is lost ..
You are correct about lots of choices. But I assume you know something about cars and how to choose them. There are a lot of people (and I meet them all the time because they ask my advice) that know NOTHING about cars and have made bad choices because friends/uncles/parents/sales people have given bad advice. Just another way to look at it.
I own a Versa Note. They are garbage cars. I bought mine brand new in 2014 with 76 miles. At 19k the front right ball joint went, covered under warranty. At 30k, my exhaust rusted completely through and sheared in half. Nissan wanted to charge me 400-500 for oem exhaust, plus labor since it wasn’t covered under warranty. I drove across the street and had the guy at Monroe patch it for $45. At 47k, my whole HVAC system died, on the hottest weekend of the year none the less. I replaced the blower motor resistor, still nothing. So my blower motor is bad, on a car that had 47k, one owner, and taken care of. I learned my lesson with buying “cheap but new cars”. Warranty wasn’t worth anything. I will be going back to buying 2-3 years old or more Honda’s and Toyota’s, and be happier for it. Every chance I get I tell people how Nissan makes terrible cars, and they aren’t the reliable company I grew up with.
Dont get I have a 2015 Nissan Sentra sv and I made a huge mistake on not doing my research on the cvt transmission I'm at 24,000 miles and it's just a matter of time before I have to get a new transmission but ima trade it in before and just get a Toyota Tacoma
99-thousand! And counting !! 😃