Affordable, stylish, and ready to hit the road. That’s the story behind the 2021 Nissan Versa as the little car cruises into dealerships just ahead of the new year. If you want a practical and economical set of wheels, it’s tough to overlook the Versa. Contrary to popular belief, the humble sedan isn’t going anywhere and will continue to hold its own in a truck and SUV world.

Cool as trucks and SUVs are, they are also quite spendy. The Versa, which was completely redesigned last year, sails into 2021 with a host of newfound updates, minus the price tag.  

What Does The 2021 Nissan Versa Cost"

There are three trim levels for the Nissan Versa: S, SV, and SR. Here is a look at the starting MSRP for each. The figures below include the $925 destination and handling fee.
Versa S: $17,525Versa SV: $18,665Versa SR: $19,365

The Versa S does have an option for a manual transmission. Going that route, you can shave a little more off the MSRP. With a manual, the Versa S begins at $15,855. Only the S model has the option for a manual transmission. The SV and SR are strictly automatics.

2021 Nissan Versa. Photo: Nissan North America.

Powertrain & Fuel Economy

Under the hood of the 2021 Nissan Versa is the automaker’s 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft. of torque. The trick is not to get too caught up in the horsepower and torque figures. Given the Versa’s small footprint (no configuration is abov...