Nissan Versa Base

The 2009 Nissan Versa base model is Nissan's lowest-priced offering of this affordable vehicle. Starting under $10,000, the 1.6 base is a popular option for drivers looking at buying a new car without breaking the bank.

As far as engine power, the base model comes with a 1.6L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine making 107 horsepower that gets an EPA estimated 26 miles per gallon in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. The 2009 base model ships with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

As a base model, the 1.6 Nissan Versa has manual doors and windows, without some of the bells and whistles of advanced models. However, a lot of the safety gear in the Versa comes standard on the base model, from zone body construction and safety stops to an advanced airbag system, a LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System to help avoid underinflated tires, which can lead to road safety issues.

Where 1.8 models are available in both hatchback and sedan styles, the Nissan Versa Base 1.6 model is only offered as a sedan. But regardless of limited options on the base model, lots of American consumers are looking at the standard 1.6 Versa as a great investment in a new car that they believe will cut costs and provide a lot of value for the dollar. Take a close look at the Versa at your local dealership to determine if the base model is right for you.

Standard Features:

1.6L I-4 107HP engine 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive Side seat mounted airbags Curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags Airbag occupancy sensor 14" steel wheels Radio prep with 4 speakers Tilt steering wheel Metal-look interior accents Light tinted windows Low tire pressure warning