Nissan Versa vs. Nissan Versa Note

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan Versa and Nissan Versa Note 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 Nissan Versa and the Nissan Versa Note.

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

Pricing: A used 2019 Nissan Versa ranges from $8,462 to $16,998 while a used 2019 Nissan Versa Note is priced between $8,433 to $15,997.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Versa loses 30.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa Note loses 34.9 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Versa retains 3.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa Note.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Nissan Versa and the Nissan Versa Note makes 109 horsepower. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles. The Versa Note is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. This gives the Nissan Versa Note 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 Nissan Versa Note has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Nissan Versa and Nissan Versa Note are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Versa has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Versa Note, with an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.