Dodge Caliber vs. Nissan Versa
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Caliber and Nissan Versa contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Caliber and the Nissan Versa.
In comparing the Dodge Caliber's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caliber has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Caliber's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caliber is a better car than the Nissan Versa.
Pricing: A used 2012 Dodge Caliber ranges from $3,139 to $10,787 while a used 2012 Nissan Versa is priced between $3,857 to $11,580.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Caliber’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Caliber is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles.This gives the Nissan Versa the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Caliber the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Caliber has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,380
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,670
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,762
Price Range:
$3,139 - $10,787
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
130,112
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,757
Price Range:
$3,857 - $11,580
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
92
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129,941
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Dodge Caliber Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Versa Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Caliber
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Versa
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Dodge Caliber Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Versa Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Caliber Trim Levels
SE, SXT, SXT Plus
Nissan Versa Trim Levels
1.8 S, 1.8 SL, 1.6 S, 1.6 SL, 1.6 SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
141 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 31 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
47.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
114.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
112.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2940 lbs
Width:
68.8 inches
Height:
60.4 inches
Length:
173.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2693 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
60.4 inches
Length:
169.1 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Gray
Tungsten Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Redline 2 Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Gray
Magnetic Gray
Red
Red Alert
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Fresh Powder
Blue
Arctic Blue / Blue Onyx / Metallic Blue
Brown
Espresso Black
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Slate Gray / Dark Slate/Medium Graystone
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Charcoal
Beige
Beige
