Toyota Yaris Hatchback vs. Nissan Versa

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

In comparing the Toyota Yaris Hatchback's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Yaris Hatchback 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 and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Yaris Hatchback's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Yaris Hatchback is a better car than the Nissan Versa.

Pricing: A used 2020 Toyota Yaris Hatchback ranges from $13,996 to $20,998 while a used 2020 Nissan Versa is priced between $11,990 to $19,589.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Yaris Hatchback loses 22.2 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa loses 30.9 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Yaris Hatchback retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Yaris Hatchback’s base engine makes 106 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Yaris Hatchback is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. This gives the Toyota Yaris Hatchback 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 Toyota Yaris Hatchback has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.

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