2024 Nissan Versa in Allentown, PA

Compact, stylish, and sensible, the 2024 Nissan Versa is the perfect choice for frugal drivers seeking a dependable ride with modern bells and whistles. One of the very few remaining vehicles with a starting price under $18,000, the Versa is as economically friendly as it is environmentally friendly. Let’s take a look at what makes it special.

Under the hood

Every new Versa is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. It might not seem like a lot until you realize at least one of its rivals in this segment doesn’t even reach triple horsepower figures. More importantly, it’s still enough to get you to your destination without requiring you to put your foot down very hard, and the ride on the way is as comfy as it gets thanks to the surprisingly cushy suspension. You can equip the Versa with either a five-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic, which drive power exclusively to the front wheels. According to the EPA, you can expect the Versa to get about 40 mpg on the highway.[1] That’s a strong figure that beats even a few hybrid models, helping you save even more in the long run.

Comfort and space

Despite its low entry price, every 2024 Nissan Versa uses soft-touch materials on the dashboard and doors, contributing to a more upscale feel. Upgrading from the entry-level S trim to the SV, which still costs under $20,000, adds premium cloth seat trim, a center console with an armrest, and even a wireless charging pad — a feature many more expensive cars still charge extra to have. Simply set your phone on the pad and voila, it’s charging. The range-topping Versa SR includes automatic climate control, heated front seats, hands-free entry with remote starting capability, and even in-car Wi-Fi for only just over $20,000. That’s very competitive. Space is good, too: with the rear seats up, you’ve got room for about six carry-on luggage in the trunk. With the seats down, that goes up to an impressive 17.

Infotainment and connectivity

The 2024 Versa S and Versa SV come with a standard 7-inch touch-screen display, which grows to an 8-inch touch screen in the Versa SR. The top two trims also get a digital instrument display plus standard Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™ smartphone connectivity, enabling you to conveniently access your top apps, playlists, contacts, and favorite navigation app onto the infotainment screen. (While not standard on the S, smartphone integration is still offered as an extra option). Every Versa is also capable of understanding voice commands and features three USB ports for additional charging capability. On the Versa SV and SR, you also have access to SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio.

Advanced driver assistance

The Nissan Versa is one of the best-equipped budget-friendly cars when it comes to advanced driver assistance systems. All models get standard front automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic emergency braking, automatic high beams, cruise control, hill start assistance, and lane departure warning. Going up to the Versa SV adds the full Nissan Shield 360^® suite, including blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. And on the top Nissan Versa SR, you also get Intelligent Cruise Control, which automatically helps you maintain a preset interval to vehicles ahead, greatly reducing driving fatigue.

Interested in the budget-conscious Nissan Versa? It’s one of the best cars you can buy today if you want the latest safety features and convenience technologies without breaking the bank. Visit Rothrock Motors in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to get a closer look at this feature-rich vehicle and take it for a test drive!

[1] 2024 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 27 City MPG / 35 Highway MPG / 30 Combined MPG for Versa® with Manual Transmission. 32 City MPG / 40 Highway MPG / 35 Combined MPG for Versa with Xtronic CVT®. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.