2014 Nissan Versa Note review
Nissan Versa Note highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Great fuel economy
- Well designed cabin
- Spacious backseat
Cons
- Weak engine
- No infotainment system
- No driver-assistance features
Mileage (EPA estimate)
27 city, 36 highway, 30 combined
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Frugal city car
The 2015 Nissan Versa Note is a compact city car that’s all about convenience and practicality. It exists to take you to your destination without wasting resources on amenities or luxuries along the way. It offers a comfortable ride in a quiet cabin with a great layout and sufficient room for passengers in both rows. Impressive mileage is another strong point in favor of the 2014 Nissan Versa Note, making it a good option if fuel consumption is an important consideration.
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5 reasons to buy the 2014 Nissan Versa Note
1. Well-designed, straightforward interior
Given that the main goal of the 2014 Nissan Versa Note is to get people from point A to point B in the most effective way possible, it’s only fitting that it comes with a kind of cabin that supports that goal. It may not have too many amenities or luxury touches, but it’s designed with optimal ergonomics for all passengers in mind. Controls for various vehicle systems are uncomplicated and easy to reach and use, and the gauges are simple and easy to read.
2. Comfortable enough for four adults
While it looks small from the outside, the 2014 Nissan Versa Note is quite spacious on the inside. It has comfortable, supportive seats, with enough room for four adults. Those in the back get 38 inches of headroom and 38.3 inches of legroom, with front head and legroom measuring 40.8 inches and 41.3 inches, respectively. This is a surprising level of roominess for such a compact car, and it makes it a suitable option for long trips, as well.
3. Surprisingly spacious storage area
Another benefit that comes with owning a 2014 Nissan Versa Note is its decent storage capacity. This five-door hatchback has a surprisingly large and useful storage area. It comes with an 18.8-cu-ft trunk, which is comparable to the cargo capacity of much bigger cars. If you fold down the rear seat, you get an amazing 38.3 cu-ft for luggage, grocery bags, or sporting equipment, among other necessities.
4. Excellent mileage
Considering it’s a compact vehicle that’s not performance-oriented, it’s only normal to expect a good fuel economy from the Nissan Versa Note. The 2014 model year delivers well in this area, returning great mileage that’ll make each journey that little bit easier. With the base 1.6L four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission, the 2014 Nissan Versa Note gets an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined.
5. Adequate engine
The 2014 Nissan Versa Note is designed for daily driving in urban areas, and it doesn’t need to deliver a sports-car-like performance. With that in mind, it's only normal that it comes with a small, but productive engine. It comes with a standard 1.6L four-cylinder, that generates 109 hp and 107 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with a five-speed manual transmission, for a powertrain that results in a quiet, composed ride and does not require too much gas. That’s exactly what you want from a subcompact commuter car.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
35 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 19 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 11 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 2 |
| 1 Star | 3 |
RepairPal gave the Nissan Versa Note an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Nissan Versa Note 16th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
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S 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
109
Torque (ft-lbs)
107
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
10.8
Wheelbase
102.4"
Overall length
163.7"
Width
66.7"
Height
60.5"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 38.3"
Head room
F 40.8"/R 38"
Front tires
P185/65HR15
Rear tires
P185/65HR15
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Manual 5
2014 Nissan Versa Note FAQ
The 2014 Nissan Versa Note is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S : 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- S Plus : 31 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
- SV : 31 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
The Nissan Versa Note received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Nissan Versa Note as 15 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
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