2008 Nissan Versa: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Nissan Versa is largely unchanged, but a Sport Package is now offered on the SL sedan. Versa is offered as a 4-door sedan or 4-door hatchback in S or up-level SL trim. These compact cars slot beneath Nissan's Sentra in size and price. The only engine is a 122-hp 1.8-liter 4-cylinder. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard. Also available are a conventional 4-speed automatic and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Available safety features include ABS, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. S models include air conditioning and a tilt steering wheel. Optional on S and standard on SL are cruise control, remote entry, and power locks/windows. A wireless cell phone link and keyless locking and starting are optional on SL.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons with wheelbases 99.4 inches or longer.

Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic, Nissan Versa, and Scion xB. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Elantra and Mazda 3.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Ford Focus, Mitsubishi Lancer, Saturn Astra, Scion xB, and Subaru Impreza.