Nissan Versa Note vs. Toyota Yaris Hatchback

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

When we compare the Nissan Versa Note's and the Toyota Yaris Hatchback's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa Note 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 Toyota Yaris Hatchback has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Versa Note's and the Toyota Yaris Hatchback's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa Note is a better car than the Toyota Yaris Hatchback.

Pricing: A used 2019 Nissan Versa Note ranges from $8,433 to $15,997 while a used 2020 Toyota Yaris Hatchback is priced between $13,996 to $20,998.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Versa Note loses 34.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Yaris Hatchback loses 22.2 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Yaris Hatchback retains 12.7 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 Nissan Versa Note’s base engine makes 109 horsepower, and the Toyota Yaris Hatchback base engine makes 106 horsepower. The Versa Note is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. The Yaris Hatchback is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the Toyota Yaris Hatchback the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan Versa Note. 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 shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Yaris Hatchback has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.

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