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2011 Nissan Versa consumer reviews

$9,990–$12,420 MSRP range
side view of 2011 Versa Nissan
(65 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.5
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My wife has the 2011 Versa S hatchback.

My wife has the 2011 Versa S hatchback. She had had it since 2012, it is now 2024 and she has 135,000 miles on it. It has been very solid overall with basically the regular type maintenance things: brakes, oil changes, tires. It does however go through mufflers every 3 years about. And they did one engine mount that was worn out. She does have the check engine light on currently but its probably due for spark plugs. Now the engine is a bit slower to respond to hills or when trying to pass thanbit was 12 years ago, but overall it still has enough zip. Being the S it has The auto door locks on the key fob and there is auto windows inside. Fold down the rear seats and it easliy can hold whatever we pick up from the hardware store. It has a smooth ride and most of the bumps in the road are absorbed by the suspension. Some of the paint has been peeling around the trunk and the passenger sun visor broke off, but these are minor trivialities. I have confidence she can get to 150,000 miles and at least another 3 years our of it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Does recommend this car
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Dependable drive

Pretty good little car. Limited room interior expected but room to put lots of bags etc in. Ignition went out 40k mlies expensive to repair several hundred bucks and key 150 dollars. One key. Wish passenger door had lock but only get one lock for key on entire car that is driver side. All in all good car .Air bag recall never have done yet dealer to far away.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fuel Efficient

This car is the most reliable car I have ever owned! It only takes about $30 to fill the tank from empty to full, and would last me about a week and a half

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Nissans hatchback 2011 is the best compact !!

I bought the car for my wife! Lots of room! Great mechanical.. Very impressed!!!... Rory Buck.... Port Angeles, Wa. In my life I have been a traveling salesperson. Went through many cars! This is simply one of my favorite cars.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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very reliable best car ive ever owned

fabulous would buy again if I could bought new ive only had one issue alternator failed on 120000 miles and I repaired myself easy to work on

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It's okay for now.

This car was kind of a panic purchase after my 1996 toyota was crashed into. That being said, I wish I had explored my other options. This car is cheap and gets you from A to B but it's exterior is falling apart and the interior is not the most comfortable. My door handles are loose, the bumpers are duct taped and it constantly has brake problems. However it keeps going so it isn't that bad! She tries her best.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Reliable Mechanically, but Peeling Paint costing $

For a budget car, I have been very happy with my Versa since buying it in 2012, however, last year I started to notice the clear coat on the paint peeling off on the roof. In the past year, the roof has peeled and chipped to the point that I have to get it repainted along with a side panel over the front passenger tire that is also peeling and cracking. I'm contacting Nissan, but not holding my breath for them to reimburse me the 1,500 it will take to get this is decent shape again (until the other panels start peeling).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Comfortable Drive love the CVT Transmission

Lots of room compared to a sedan. Very reliable and dependable. Navigation system is a lifesaver. Easy on gas. Very quite vehical with a lot of power.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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What a good little car!!

I own a 2011 Versa sedan with the 1.8 l engine 4 speed automatic..I bought it used in 2015 with 40k onthe odometer.It has just turned over 100k.l have had absolutely no problems with this car.It is the most reliable car I have ever owned.My first Nissan.I will never buy any other make of car.Great car Nissan .You have a cusomer for life.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good car for small family, Exterior too low.

Good Car for a small family, front end hits everything and passenger side door handle breaks and pulls apart. I watch some Youtube videos and it seems like this happens often.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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