Hyundai ACCENT vs. Nissan Versa
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai ACCENT 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 Hyundai ACCENT and the Nissan Versa.
When comparing the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa is a better car than the Hyundai ACCENT.
Pricing: A used 2022 Hyundai ACCENT ranges from $14,989 to $20,992 while a used 2022 Nissan Versa is priced between $14,851 to $21,451.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ACCENT loses 28.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa loses 30.9 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ACCENT retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 8.1 out of 10 while the Nissan Versa's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ACCENT being ranked 28 out of 37 Best Small Cars and the Nissan Versa being ranked 22 out of 37.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 7.5 out of 10. For the Nissan Versa the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Versa a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ACCENT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai ACCENT’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa base engine makes 122 horsepower. The ACCENT is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. This gives the Hyundai ACCENT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan Versa. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are subcompact cars, the Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Versa has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ACCENT, with an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,645
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$19,800
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$13,600 - $29,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$15,580
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$19,800
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$13,600 - $29,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,977
Price Range:
$14,989 - $20,992
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$21,166
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$15,130 - $30,552
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
83
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
39,580
# Good or Great Deals:
30
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,933
Price Range:
$14,851 - $21,451
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$21,166
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$15,130 - $30,552
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
98
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43,879
# Good or Great Deals:
30
Hyundai ACCENT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Versa Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ACCENT
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
9.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.9 - 11
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Versa
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
9.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.9 - 11
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.2 - 3.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.2 - 3.5
Hyundai ACCENT Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
11 out of / 37Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
15 out of / 37Ranking
17 out of / 37Ranking
23 out of / 37Ranking
25 out of / 37Ranking
27 out of / 37Ranking
28 out of / 37Ranking
32 out of / 37Nissan Versa Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 37Ranking
2 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 37Ranking
7 out of / 37Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 37Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
17 out of / 37Ranking
19 out of / 37Ranking
22 out of / 37Ranking
26 out of / 37Ranking
28 out of / 37Ranking
29 out of / 37Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ACCENT Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
Nissan Versa Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
5 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):
4.77 out of 5 Stars
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:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
393 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
292 / 378 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
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
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
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
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2679 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2599 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Absolute Black
Blue
Admiral Blue
Gray
Forge Gray
Red
Pomegranate Red
Silver
Olympus Silver
White
Frost White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Electric Blue Metallic
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Fresh Powder
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
