2010 Nissan Versa SL Hatchback 4-Door 1.8L

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe front-wheel-drive Versa is offered as a 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback. with two different engines--designated 1. 6 and 1. 8. with 107-horsepower 1. 6-liter and 122-hp 1. 8 liter 4-cylinder engines. 1. 6 models are only offered as sedans. while both body styles are offered in 1. 8 form. The 1. 6 Base model is only offered with a 5-speed manual transmission. and the top-of-the-line 1. 8 SL comes only with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Most of the other models come with the choice of a 6-speed manual gearbox or conventional 4-speed automatic. A MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. with stabilizer bars front and back. is tuned for a comfortable ride while also maintaining maneuverability. All Versas have a front disc. rear drum brake arrangement; anti-lock brakes are included with 1. 8 models but optional on the 1. 6. Hatchback models are a little more versatile. with seats that fold forward easily to expand cargo space; the back seats don't fold in most Versas. but top SL sedans get a split-folding back seat and trunk pass-through. With either engine. the Versa performs reasonably well; 1. 6 models are considerably lighter. so they don't feel any slower. The manual transmissions shift easily and smoothly. and as for automatics. shoppers should take both versions--the CVT along with the conventional 4-speed--out for a spin and decide which one they like best; the CVT allows faster acceleration and offers the best EPA ratings. at 28 mpg city. 34 highway. but invites more engine noise. The 1. 6 Base model is about as simple as new cars come today. with no power windows or locks. no air conditioning and no radio either. The upgraded standard 1. 6 model adds air conditioning. Meanwhile 1. 8 S models include a 4-speaker sound system. cargo area lamp and adjustable rear headrests. On 1. 8 SL models. there's a 180-watt sound system with iPod interface. cruise control. keyless entry. power locks and windows. larger alloy wheels and electronic stability control. All Versas get front side-impact airbags and full-length side-curtain bags. The Versa 1. 8 can be equipped with a Bluetooth hands-free interface. XM Satellite Radio and the Intelligent Key entry and ignition system and a Navigation/Satellite package will add an in-dash navigation system with 5-inch screen. to arrive late in the model year.