Nissan Versa first generation

Nissan Versa first generation
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The Nissan Versa first generation (2007–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: C11 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,300–4,470 mm TC4,295–4,470 mm
Width1,700 mm TC1,695 mm
Height1,510–1,540 mm TC1,535 mm
Wheelbase2,600 mm TC2,600 mm
Front track1,460–1,480 mm TC–
Rear track1,480–1,490 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,042–1,235 kg TC1,100–1,430 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)510 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,690 L EPA–
Fuel tank–41–52 L
Performance
Top speed–162–195 km/h
Torque–98–240 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★☆☆☆ · 2012: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,260 complaints for model years 2007–2012. 153 crashes · 33 fires · 119 injuries · 7 deaths

  • Airbags 936
  • Suspension 420
  • Transmission and drivetrain 206
  • Engine 137
  • Steering 123
  • Electrical system 106

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 16 versions of the Nissan Versa first generation

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United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–20131.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA184–197 g/km
20121.6 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA167 g/km
2007–20121.8 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2009–20121.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA184 g/km
2011–20121.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2009–20111.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2007–2010CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2007–2009VMODE CLKUP1.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA190–197 g/km

Canada 8 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012Compact1.6 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.2 L/100 km 5-cycle166 g/km
2012Compact1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual7.7 L/100 km 5-cycle177 g/km
2007–2012Mid-size · Compact1.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle200 g/km
2007–2012Mid-size · Compact1.8 LPetrol6-speed manual8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle193 g/km
2011–2012Mid-size · Compact1.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.7 L/100 km 5-cycle177 g/km
2010–2011Mid-size1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual8.1 L/100 km 5-cycle186 g/km
2010–2011Mid-size1.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.2–8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle189–191 g/km
2007–2010Mid-size1.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.8–8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle179–191 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.