The main virtues of the 2016 Nissan Versa, in both sedan and Note hatchback models, are interior space and value for money.
But both the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit are more enjoyable to drive, and the Fit is even more versatile inside, with its low floor and multi-configurable Magic Seat.
New last year, it offers more modern features too.
The Fiesta is nicely detailed and refined inside and out, but smaller in all dimensions.
The Chevy Sonic feels like a more expensive car even though it's as old as the Versa, and it adds excellent safety plus a better ride and a comfortable interior.
The Hyundai Accent is a step above in trim and switchgear, while the Toyota Yaris is competent but not class-leading in any single aspect.
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The 2016 Nissan Versa sedan and Versa Note hatchback are no-frills transportation with plenty of space, but poor safety and performance ratings. |
Despite its five years largely unchanged, the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic remains stylish and comfortable, and it scores big not only on safety ratings, but also driving fun. |
The 2016 Fiesta offers fun and features not expected at these prices, but it lacks interior space compared to top rivals. |
The 2016 Honda Fit isn't as entertaining to drive as it once was, but it's unmatched in safety and space, thanks to the Magic Seat. |
The 2016 Hyundai Accent is a practical and economical subcompact car, but crash-test scores are below par. |
The 2016 Toyota Yaris is Toyota's least expensive model, but it doesn't stand out in any particular category. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $11,990 | $14,345 | $14,580 | $15,890 | $14,745 | $14,895 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 26 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 26 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 29 MPG City / 41 MPG Hwy | 26 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 30 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Subcompact Cars | Small Station Wagons | Compact Cars | Compact Cars |
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| 4-Door Sedan Manual 1.6 S | 4-Door Sedan Manual LS | 4-Door Sedan S | 5-Door HB Manual LX | 4-Door Sedan Manual SE | 3-Door Liftback Manual L (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Hatchback | Sedan | Liftback |
| Transmission | |||||
| Manual w/OD | Manual | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
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| 2016 Nissan Versa vs. 2016 Chevrolet Sonic | 2016 Nissan Versa vs. 2016 Ford Fiesta | 2016 Nissan Versa vs. 2016 Honda Fit | 2016 Nissan Versa vs. 2016 Hyundai Accent | 2016 Nissan Versa vs. 2016 Toyota Yaris | |
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