Nissan Versa sedan....the cheapest bargain available?
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Nissan Versa sedan....the cheapest bargain available?
http://www.nissanusa.com/versa-sedan
http://www.nissanusa.com/buildyournissan/zipcode/index
Guys, I don't want to sound like a Nissan salesperson here (and forgive me if it comes out that way),
but for those of you in the U.S. who want (or need) a brand-new car with a minimum-impact to your bank account, stop by a Nissan dealer and check out the Versa four-door sedan. New 5-speed-manual Versa sedans, minus options/freight/tax/tags, start at just $10,990.....lower than just about any other new car in the American-market that I can think of, including the Smart-for-Two, Kia Rio, and Hyundai Accent. To top it off, the Versa is physically larger than these other models I mentioned (and MUCH larger than the Smart-car), which could help pay off in an accident. All Versas come with 4 or 5 doors for convienence, interior space, and ease-of-access. They are on Consumer Reports' recommended list, with average reliability records. I haven't formally reviewed one for several years, but the last one I drove was, I remember, was generally pleasant, well-built, and had decent road-manners for something in this class, though, of course, it was not a luxury or sport-oriented car. Its standard FWD (which is shared by almost all small cars today) also helps it a little with winter traction.
Even those of you who are not in the market for yourself, a new Versa could make a nice (and relatively inexpensive) new car for your son/daughter going off to college. Giving him or her a new car this inexpensive will leave more money in your bank-account or his/her college-fund, of course, to pay the tuition and other inevitable college-related expenses. And, for those of you who are single or don't have kids, it could also make a good inexpensive new commuter-car.
To give you an idea of this car's relative bargain-price, most of you probably saw my recent review of the Chevrolet Volt, a long-range, plug-in-hybrid roughly the same size as a Versa. For several reasons (I won't repeat all of them here again), I criticized the Volt as being a price rip-off....and I still feel that way. For what a typical Volt costs (in the mid-40s, even after Federal rebate and tax-credits, you could buy FOUR base-level Versas, minus a lot of options. That's something to think about, IMO.
http://www.nissanusa.com/buildyournissan/zipcode/index
Guys, I don't want to sound like a Nissan salesperson here (and forgive me if it comes out that way),
but for those of you in the U.S. who want (or need) a brand-new car with a minimum-impact to your bank account, stop by a Nissan dealer and check out the Versa four-door sedan. New 5-speed-manual Versa sedans, minus options/freight/tax/tags, start at just $10,990.....lower than just about any other new car in the American-market that I can think of, including the Smart-for-Two, Kia Rio, and Hyundai Accent. To top it off, the Versa is physically larger than these other models I mentioned (and MUCH larger than the Smart-car), which could help pay off in an accident. All Versas come with 4 or 5 doors for convienence, interior space, and ease-of-access. They are on Consumer Reports' recommended list, with average reliability records. I haven't formally reviewed one for several years, but the last one I drove was, I remember, was generally pleasant, well-built, and had decent road-manners for something in this class, though, of course, it was not a luxury or sport-oriented car. Its standard FWD (which is shared by almost all small cars today) also helps it a little with winter traction.
Even those of you who are not in the market for yourself, a new Versa could make a nice (and relatively inexpensive) new car for your son/daughter going off to college. Giving him or her a new car this inexpensive will leave more money in your bank-account or his/her college-fund, of course, to pay the tuition and other inevitable college-related expenses. And, for those of you who are single or don't have kids, it could also make a good inexpensive new commuter-car.
To give you an idea of this car's relative bargain-price, most of you probably saw my recent review of the Chevrolet Volt, a long-range, plug-in-hybrid roughly the same size as a Versa. For several reasons (I won't repeat all of them here again), I criticized the Volt as being a price rip-off....and I still feel that way. For what a typical Volt costs (in the mid-40s, even after Federal rebate and tax-credits, you could buy FOUR base-level Versas, minus a lot of options. That's something to think about, IMO.
Last edited by mmarshall; 08-10-11 at 09:32 AM.
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The subcompact segment has some very competent cars now. Versa, Yaris, Accent, and Rio are all-new for 2012. Each of them has strong selling points:
Versa: Lowest price. Lots interior space.
Yaris: Toyota's legendary reputation for reliability.
Accent: 40mpg. Technology you normally don't get at this price point (DI, 6-speed auto).
Rio: Stylish interior and exterior.
It will be interesting to see who emerges as the sales leader in this segment.
Versa: Lowest price. Lots interior space.
Yaris: Toyota's legendary reputation for reliability.
Accent: 40mpg. Technology you normally don't get at this price point (DI, 6-speed auto).
Rio: Stylish interior and exterior.
It will be interesting to see who emerges as the sales leader in this segment.
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The subcompact segment has some very competent cars now. Versa, Yaris, Accent, and Rio are all-new for 2012. Each of them has strong selling points:
Versa: Lowest price. Lots interior space.
Yaris: Toyota's legendary reputation for reliability.
Accent: 40mpg. Technology you normally don't get at this price point (DI, 6-speed auto).
Rio: Stylish interior and exterior.
It will be interesting to see who emerges as the sales leader in this segment.
Versa: Lowest price. Lots interior space.
Yaris: Toyota's legendary reputation for reliability.
Accent: 40mpg. Technology you normally don't get at this price point (DI, 6-speed auto).
Rio: Stylish interior and exterior.
It will be interesting to see who emerges as the sales leader in this segment.
Versa is still priced the best and it will continue to sell well, Accent too.
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The subcompact segment used to be filled with cars that were only suitable for use as rentals, and delivering pizzas. That is not the case anymore. The Versa offers interior space that is comparable to what mid-size cars like the Accord had just a few years ago. The Accent has technology you can't get on some premium cars (notably Acura).
Last edited by scgt652; 08-10-11 at 10:29 AM. Reason: spelling
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I think it's fantastic that they're able to offer a car that cheap. I know many people who need to replace their cars, but do not have $19k to spare on a new Corolla or Civic, nor do they want to buy a used car because it might end up needing some fix.
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It's not pretty but hey, a new car for that amount is just what a lot of folks want and need. An entry level car at a true entry level price. And you can carry your friends in comfort too? Sounds like a winner to me.
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Shall we merge?
2012 Versa Thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...san-versa.html
Bargain price announcement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/6526887-post52.html
2012 Versa Thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...san-versa.html
Bargain price announcement:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/6526887-post52.html
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They just stripped it and sold it for less, that is not a bargain, is just cheap! You are paying less for less.
The $65k Equus Ultimate, now that's a bargain.
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One good thing, though, about roll-up windows is that the motors or linkages can't fail just as that big rainstorm comes up.
Last edited by mmarshall; 08-10-11 at 06:07 PM.
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