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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Featuring additional available technology and refreshed front-end styling, the 2023 Nissan Versa goes on sale next month with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)1 of $15,730.

Versa offers strong value at a time when costs and inflation are top of mind for drivers. In a recent survey of vehicle owners and lessees conducted by Nissan2, more than half of respondents – 53% – identified affordability as one of the most important attributes in a new vehicle, closely followed by fuel economy (34%).

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices1 for the 2023 Nissan Versa: 


Model

MSRP

Versa S (5-speed manual)

$15,730

Versa S (Xtronic CVT)

$17,400

Versa SV

$19,020

Versa SR

$19,720

For the 2023 model year, Versa builds on its already impressive customer value with the addition of new available features including a class-exclusive wireless smartphone charging pad3, a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot and an 8-inch touchscreen. A new S Plus package enhances the most affordable Versa grade with the addition of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 16-inch alloy wheels and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat.

The 2023 Versa also receives a redesigned front fascia and grille, new Nissan brand logos inside and out, a new 17-inch alloy wheel design on Versa SR and a new available Gray Sky Pearl paint color.

Versa continues to reset expectations around compact sedans by including the most standard safety technologies in its class4, with standard Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist. Available technologies include Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

Full specifications on all 2023 Nissan Versa grades, as well as fuel economy, photos and videos, are available in the full press kit.

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  • MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice. Destination and handling $1,095.
  • Nissan survey of 613 vehicle owners, conducted August 2, 2022.
  • Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Availability of features vary by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Base Models Compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.

2023 Nissan Versa boasts updated appearance, convenient technology features

Compact sedan offers great value and high fuel economy

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  • Most standard safety technology in its class2 for peace of mind
  • Stands out with refreshed front-end styling and sporty SR grade
  • Class-exclusive features, including available Intelligent Cruise Control3, wireless phone charging4 and Rear Automatic Braking5, deliver strong value
  • Fuel economy1 rated at up to 40 mpg highway (Xtronic CVT models)

The 2023 Nissan Versa enhances its appeal this year with refreshed exterior styling and additional features, adding even more value to the popular sedan.

Visual enhancements to the 2023 Nissan Versa include a new front fascia, with an updated version of the brand's immediately recognizable V-motion grille, new Nissan brand logos inside and out, a new 17-inch alloy wheel design for Versa SR and a striking new Gray Sky Pearl paint color (available, SV and SR only).

Versa features the most standard safety technology in its class1, with multiple available Nissan Safety Shield® 360 features. Standard safety features on every grade include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist. Available safety technologies include Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

The best-selling vehicle in its class6, Versa has claimed numerous awards, including "Best in Class" in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study and a U.S. News & World Report's "2022 Best Subcompact Car for the Money".

The 2023 Nissan Versa goes on sale this fall, with a choice of S, SV and SR grades. Pricing will be announced closer to its on-sale date.

More features on all grades

Additional enhancements for the 2023 Nissan Versa raise the bar on the level of convenience and connectivity features expected in a compact car, with available 17-inch alloy wheels, wireless phone charging and NissanConnect® Services telematics, all making Versa a standout offering in the marketplace.

Versa's interior offers seating for five and ample space for friends or family on board. Versa boasts best-in-class front legroom7 and headroom8, and its generous trunk offers up to 15.0 cubic feet of storage. A wide trunk opening and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat (optional on S, standard on SV and SR) help accommodate bulkier items.

Three grade levels are tailored to customers' needs. Versa S offers peace of mind with standard safety features including Automatic Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning, plus a 7-inch touchscreen with four-speaker audio system, three USB ports and remote keyless entry.

A new S Plus package brings even greater value with the inclusion of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, 16-inch alloy wheels and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat.

Versa SV features 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic on/off headlights, a 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display, body-color door handles and mirrors, class-exclusive Blind Spot Warning9, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, 60/40 folding rear seat and push-button start. New for 2023, the SV adds a center console with armrest, a wireless phone charging pad and a Chambray interior color.

Versa SR adds several sport-inspired interior and exterior design elements, along with black painted exterior mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, a six-speaker audio system and remote engine start. For 2023, the SR adds a center console with armrest, an 8-inch touchscreen, Intelligent Cruise Control, automatic climate control, a Wi-Fi hotspot and NissanConnect® Services, which includes the ability to control select vehicle features from compatible smartphone or smart watch apps.

Easy and economical to own

All Versa models feature a standard 122-horsepower 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission (S only) or a smooth Xtronic CVT transmission (optional on S, standard on SV and SR). Fuel economy5 is rated up to 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 35 mpg for Xtronic CVT models.

For full details on the features included on each grade level of the 2023 Nissan Versa, see the full specification sheet.

  • 2023 EPA Fuel Economy 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined for Xtronic equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only. 2023 EPA Fuel Economy 27 mpg city, 35mpg highway and 30 mpg combined for 5-speed manual transmission equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only.
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Availability of features vary by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Base Models Compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Intelligent Cruise Control uses limited braking and is not a collision avoidance or warning system. Driver should monitor traffic conditions and brake as needed to prevent collisions. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Rear Automatic Braking cannot prevent all collisions and may not provide warning or braking in all conditions. Driver should always turn and check surroundings before driving and brake as needed to prevent collisions. See Owner's Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • AutoPacific segmentation. Versa Sedan vs. Subcompact competitors. Cumulative U.S. Sales Data (calendar years 2013 –2021).
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Base models compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Base models compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
  • AutoPacific Segmentation. 2023 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Blind Spot Warning cannot prevent collisions and may not detect every object or warn in all situations. Driver should always turn and look before changing lanes. See Owner's Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.