2023 Nissan Versa boasts updated appearance, convenient technology features

  • Stands out with refreshed front-end styling and sporty SR grade
  • Fuel economy1 rated at up to 5.9 L/100km highway (Xtronic CVT models)

The 2023 Nissan Versa enhances its appeal this year with refreshed exterior styling and more features, adding even more value to the popular sedan.

Visual enhancements to the 2023 Nissan Versa include a new front fascia, with an updated version of the brand’s immediately recognizable V-motion grille, new Nissan brand logos inside and out, a new 17-inch alloy wheel design for Versa SR and a striking new Gray Sky Pearl paint colour (available, SR only).

Versa comes equipped with multiple available Nissan Safety Shield® 360Opens in a new tab. features. Standard safety features on every grade include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist. Available safety technologies include Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

The 2023 Nissan Versa goes on sale at the end of this year, with a choice of S, SV and SR grades.

More features on all grades

Additional enhancements for the 2023 Nissan Versa raise the bar on the level of convenience and connectivity features expected in a compact car, with available 17-inch alloy wheels, wireless phone charging, all making Versa a standout offering in the marketplace.

Versa’s interior offers seating for five and ample space for friends or family on board. Versa boasts  front legroom and headroom, and its generous trunk offers up to 15.0 cubic feet of storage. A wider trunk opening and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat (standard on SV and SR) help accommodate bulkier items.

Three grade levels are tailored to customers’ needs. Versa S offers peace of mind with standard safety features including Automatic Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning, plus a 7-inch touchscreen with four-speaker audio system, three USB ports and remote keyless entry.

Versa SV features 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic on/off headlights, a 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display, body-colour door handles and mirrors, class-exclusive Blind Spot Warning2, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, automatic climate control, 60/40 folding rear seat and push-button start. New for 2023, the SV adds a centre console with armrest and a wireless phone charging pad.

Versa SR adds several sport-inspired interior and exterior design elements, along with black painted exterior mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, a six-speaker audio system and remote engine start. For 2023, the SR adds a center console with armrest, an 8-inch touchscreen, Intelligent Cruise Control.

Easy and economical to own

All Versa models feature a standard 122-horsepower 1.6-litre DOHC 4-cylinder engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission (S only) or a smooth Xtronic transmission (optional on S, standard on SV and SR). Fuel economy1 is rated up to 7.4 L/100km city, 5.9 L/100km highway and 6.7 L/100km for Xtronic models.

For full details on the features included on each grade level of the 2023 Nissan Versa, see the full specification sheet.

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  1. 2023 EPA Fuel Economy 7.4 L/100km city, 5.9 L/100km highway and 6.7 L/100km combined for Xtronic equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only. 2023 EPA Fuel Economy 8.6 L/100km city, 6.7 L/100km highway and 7.7 L/100km combined for 5-speed manual transmission equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only.
  2. Blind Spot Warning cannot prevent collisions and may not detect every object or warn in all situations. Driver should always turn and look before changing lanes. See Owner’s Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.

2023 Nissan Versa Specifications

Specifications are based on the latest product information available at time of printing

S – Standard O – Option

Mechanical

Engine

Name

HR16DE

Cam design

DOHC

Orientation

Transverse

Cylinders / configuration

4-cylinder / in-line

Block / head composition

Aluminum / Aluminum

Displacement (litres/cc)

1.6 / 1598 cc

Horsepower

122 @ 6,300 RPM

Torque (lb-ft)

114 @ 4,000 RPM

Bore & stroke (mm)

78.0 x 83.6

Compression ratio (:1)

10.4

Maximum engine speed

6,500 rpm

Induction system

Naturally aspirated

Fuel delivery system/injector type

Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Dual-injector per cylinder

Valvetrain

4 valves per cylinder
Continuously Variable valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) for intake and exhaust

Engine mounts

LH side: Solid, RH side: Fluid-filled,
Rear: Solid

Recommended fuel

Regular unleaded

Emissions system

Oxygen sensor with catalyzer

Emission certification level

Tier 3-Bin30 (EPA) / LEV3-SULEV30 (CARB)

Exhaust

Single system with main and secondary mufflers

 

Electrical

Ignition system

Electronic (direct ignition)

Spark plugs

Platinum-tipped

Starter

12V

Alternator

1.68 kW - 120 amp

Battery

Amp-hour rating

60 Ah

 

Transmission and Drive System

S

SV

SR

Drive configuration

Front engine/ front-wheel drive

Transmission type:
5-speed manual
D-step Xtronic

 

S
O

 

-
S

 

-
S

Gear ratio (:1)
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Ratio range (:1)
Reverse
Final drive ratio (:1)

5MT

3.727
2.047
1.392
1.029
0.820
-
3.545
4.066

Xtronic

-
-
4.006-0.550
3.770
3.754

 

Brakes

Front

Type

Vented disc
10.02 x 0.87

Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.)

Rear

Type

Drum
8.0

Drum size diameter (in.)

Anti-lock Braking System

S

Brake Assist

S

Electronic brake force distribution

S

Parking brake

Hand brake in center console

 

Steering

S

S V

SR

Type

Electric power-assisted steering

Overall ratio (:1)

16.8

Turns (lock-to-lock)

2.96

Turning diameter (feet)

34.8

Steering wheel

3-spoke urethane
Leather-wrapped
Cruise control switches
Audio switches
Bluetooth® switches

 

S
-

 

S
-

 

-
S

S
S
S

S
S
S

S
S
S

 

Suspension

Front

Stabilizer bar

Independent strut front suspension, twin tube shock absorbers
21.0 mm diameter

Rear

Torsion beam, twin tube shock absorbers

 

Body / Chassis

Type

Unibody

Materials (primary)

Corrosion resistant steel

 

Exterior

Wheels and Tires

S

SV

SR

15” x 6.5 steel wheels with cover

S

-

-

16” x 6.0 machined finish aluminum-alloy wheels

-

S

-

17” x 6.5 aluminum-alloy wheels

-

-

S

195/65R15 all-season tires

S

-

-

205/55R16 all-season tires

-

S

-

205/50R17 all-season tires

-

-

S

Spare tire: T125/70D15

S (trunk mounted)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

S

-

-

Tire Pressure Monitoring System w/individual tire pressure display

-

S

S

Easy-Fill Tire Alert

S

 

Lights

S

SV

SR

Headlights
Multi-reflector halogen
LED with LED signature lamps (low and high beam)
Auto on/off

 

S
-

-

 

S
-

S

 

-
S

S

Center high mount stop light

S

 

Exterior Features

S

SV

SR

Acoustic laminated windshield glass

S

Body colour front and rear bumpers

S

Chrome grille

S

S

-

Dark chrome grille

-

-

S

Black power-adjustable remote sideview mirrors

S

-

-

Body colour heated sideview mirrors

-

S

-

Black painted heated sideview mirrors with integrated side turn signals

-

-

S

Resin black exterior door handles

S

-

-

Body colour exterior door handles

-

S

S

Body colour trunk lid spoiler

-

-

S

 

Interior

Seating

S

SV

SR

Capacity

5-passenger

Materials
Cloth
Upgraded cloth fabric
SR fabric with interior trim and accents

 

S
-
-

 

-
S
-

 

-
-
S

Front seats
6-way manual driver’s seat
4-way manual passenger
Heated
Rear seats
Fixed back
60/40 split fold-down

 

S
S
-

S
-

 

S
S
S
-
-
S

 

S
S
S
-
-
S

 

Convenience Features

S

SV

SR

Automatic temperature control

-

-

S

Bluetooth® hands-free phone system

S

Cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls

S

Intelligent Cruise Control

-

-

-

Power windows with driver-side one-touch auto-down feature

S

Power door locks (driver’s side switch)

S

Cupholders (2 front)

S

Bottle holders (2 front doors)

S

Remote trunk release lever

S

Push button start

-

S

S

Remote keyless entry system with trunk release

S

Intelligent Key

-

-

S

12-volt power outlet

S

Glove compartment

S

Day/night rearview mirror

S

Driver footrest

S

Front door pockets

S

Illuminated entry

S

Driver’s visor vanity mirror

S

Front map lights

S

Map light (door linked)

S

Front pass. seat map pockets

-

S

S

Center console with armrest

-

S

S

Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant

S

RearView Monitor

S

USB connection port for iPod® interface and other compatible devices

S

Aux-in port

S

Intelligent Driver Alertness

-

S

S

Rear Door Alert

-

S

S

 

Audio

S

SV

SR

7-inch colour touchscreen display audio system

S

S

-

8-inch colour touchscreen display audio system

-

-

S

Streaming audio via Bluetooth®

S

Siri® Eyes Free

S

4-speaker AM/FM audio system

S

S

-

6-speaker AM/FM audio system

-

-

S

7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display

-

S

S

NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™

-

S

S

SiriusXM® Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)

-

S

S

Wireless charging pad

-

S

S

NissanConnect® Services

-

-

S

 

Instrumentation 

Speedometer (analog)

S

Tachometer (analog)

S

Fuel level (analog)

S

Service engine light

S

Tire pressure warning

S

Shift position indicator

S (N/A on S MT)

Digital clock (in radio)

S

ABS warning light

S

 

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems 

Nissan Advanced Air Bag System
Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection

S

Seat belts

Front
Rear

3-point ELR (plus ALR for passenger)
3-point ALR/ELR

Seatbelt with pretensioners, load
limiters and adjustable upper anchors

Front seating positions

Power window lockout button

S

LATCH system
Child seat upper tether anchor

2 outboard rear seat positions
3 positions (rear parcel shelf)

Child safety rear door locks

S

Emergency inside trunk release

S

 

Safety Features 

Zone body construction with front and rear
crumple zones

S

Energy absorbing steering column

S

Hood buckling creases and safety stops

S

Pipe-style steel side-door guard beams

S

Shift interlock system (Xtronic)

S

Vehicle Dynamic Control

S

Traction Control System

S

2023 Nissan Versa pricing starts at $18,298

Versa offers range of safety technologies and high fuel economy at an impressive value

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Featuring additional available technology and refreshed front-end styling, the 2023 Nissan Versa goes on sale this month with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)1 of $18,298.

The 2023 Nissan Versa builds on its already impressive customer value with the addition of new available features including a class-exclusive wireless phone charging pad2 and an 8-inch touchscreen. The SV trim includes Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 16-inch alloy wheels and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat

The 2023 Versa also receives a redesigned front fascia and grille, new Nissan brand logos inside and out, a new 17-inch alloy wheel design on Versa SR and a new available Grey Sky Pearl paint colour.

Versa continues to reset expectations around compact sedans by including the most standard safety technologies in its class3, with standard Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist. Available technologies include Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices1 for the 2023 Nissan Versa:

Model

MSRP

Versa S (5-speed manual)

$18,298

Versa S (Xtronic CVT)

$19,798

Versa SV

$21,498

Versa SR

$22,798

Full specifications on all 2023 Nissan Versa grades, as well as fuel economy, photos and videos, are available in the full press kit.

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  1. MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice. Destination and handling $1,750.
  2. Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  3. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Availability of features vary by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Base Models Compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.

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