Nissan Versa vs. Hyundai ELANTRA
When comparing the Nissan Versa's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and overall quality score. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Versa's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Nissan Versa vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing
A used 2024 Nissan Versa ranges from $17,777 to $22,912 while a used 2024 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $22,777 to $28,460. For a new model, the Nissan Versa's price is between $18,934 and $22,361, with the Hyundai ELANTRA priced between $22,949 and $28,585.
Nissan Versa vs. Hyundai ELANTRA 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 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Versa retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Nissan Versa vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Versa is 8.5 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Versa being ranked 12 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 17 out of 43.
Nissan Versa vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan Versa is 7.7 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Versa.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Nissan Versa’s base engine makes 122 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 147 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Versa, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Versa has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
18934 - 22361
Used Asking Price:
17777 - 22912
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.381964
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22949 - 28585
Used Asking Price:
22777 - 28460
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Nissan Versa Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.469572 / 10
Reliability:
7.748716 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Nissan Versa Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan Versa Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
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:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
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:
Available
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 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:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15