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Nissan Versa vs. Chevrolet Spark

When we compare the Nissan Versa's and the Chevrolet Spark's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The Chevrolet Spark has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Versa's and the Chevrolet Spark's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Spark is a better car than the Nissan Versa.

Nissan Versa vs. Chevrolet Spark Pricing

A used 2024 Nissan Versa ranges from $17,777 to $22,912 while a used 2022 Chevrolet Spark is priced between $14,784 to $20,996.

Nissan Versa vs. Chevrolet Spark Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Versa loses 38.2 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Spark loses 38 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Spark retains 0.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa.

Nissan Versa vs. Chevrolet Spark Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Versa is 8.5 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Spark's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Versa being ranked 3 out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars and the Chevrolet Spark being ranked 9 out of 17. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Nissan Versa is ranked 13 and the Chevrolet Spark is ranked 24.

Nissan Versa vs. Chevrolet Spark Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan Versa is 7.7 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Spark the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Versa a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Spark.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Nissan Versa’s base engine makes 122 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Spark base engine makes 98 horsepower. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. The Spark is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Spark the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Versa the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are subcompact cars, the Chevrolet Spark has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Nissan Versa has an average safety rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$18,934 - $22,361

Used Asking Price:

$17,777 - $22,912

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

38.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$14,784 - $20,996

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

38%

Nissan Versa Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

9.5 / 10

Chevrolet Spark Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Nissan Versa Rankings

Most Comfortable Small Cars

1 / 43

Most Comfortable Subcompact Cars

1 / 17

Most Affordable Small Cars

2 / 26

Most Affordable Subcompact Cars

2 / 8

Best Subcompact Cars

3 / 17

Best Japanese Subcompact Cars

3 / 6

Best Subcompact Cars for Tall People

5 / 17

Best Small Cars for the Money

6 / 13

Subcompact Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 17

Subcompact Cars with the Most Horsepower

8 / 17

Best Small Cars for Tall People

10 / 43

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

11 / 43

Best Japanese Small Cars

11 / 18

Best Small Cars

13 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

15 / 43

Safest Small Cars

15 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

33 / 43

Chevrolet Spark Rankings

Most Affordable Small Cars

1 / 26

Most Affordable Hatchbacks

1 / 15

Most Affordable Subcompact Cars

1 / 8

Best American Hatchbacks

2 / 4

Best American Small Cars

3 / 7

Best American Subcompact Cars

3 / 5

Subcompact Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 17

Best Subcompact Cars

9 / 17

Best Subcompact Cars for Tall People

9 / 17

Subcompact Cars with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 17

Best Hatchbacks

10 / 28

Hatchbacks with Best Resale Value

10 / 28

Best Hatchbacks for Tall People

11 / 28

Most Comfortable Subcompact Cars

12 / 17

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

14 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

14 / 43

Most Comfortable Hatchbacks

16 / 28

Subcompact Cars with the Most Horsepower

16 / 17

Small Cars with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

18 / 43

Hatchbacks with the Most Cargo Space

19 / 28

Most Reliable Small Cars

23 / 43

Best Small Cars

24 / 43

Most Comfortable Small Cars

24 / 43

Hatchbacks with the Most Horsepower

27 / 28

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

41 / 43

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Nissan Versa Trim Levels

S, SR, SV

Chevrolet Spark Trim Levels

1LT CVT, 1LT Manual, 2LT CVT, 2LT Manual, ACTIV CVT, ACTIV Manual, LS CVT, LS Manual

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.73 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

122 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque:

114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.047 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

98 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

94 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.044 hp per pound

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

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


29 / 38 / 33

Range (city/hwy):

261 / 342 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple Car Play:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

50.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

37 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

49.8 inches

Cargo Space:

11.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

94.1 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2246 lbs

Width:

62.8 inches

Height:

58.4 inches

Length:

143.1 inches

Wheelbase:

93.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

195/65R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P185/55R15

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