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I just built a Versa... by allfiredup
Oct 22, 2005 (2:11 pm)
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Nissan now has the Versa on its website and you can build and price your own. I couldn't figure out how to get there from the main page, but here is a link that will work-
 
http://www.nissanusa.com/content/0,,action-NVersa_topicId-1_pageId-123147,00.html
 
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My thoughts on the Versa by allfiredup
Oct 22, 2005 (2:28 pm)
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After playing around on the Nissan website, I'm definitely interested to see the Versa for myself. I found a few things odd and some surprising features on such an inexpensive car.
 
The 6-speed manual is a definite suprise as is Bluetooth capability and Intelligent Key (though optional) are welcome features. I'm sure to keep prices down, they didn't include ABS/side airbags as standard. I consider this a plus as I would skip this $700 option if keeping the price low was my main objective.
 
The base S model isn't available with cruise control, even with the optional power package. The S also doesn't have an AUX input which I think should be standard as it is on the current Sentra. The S could also use a wheel upgrade option, those standard wheel covers do nothing to flatter the car and an alternative would be nice.
 
The Rockford Fosgate stereo isn't available on the sedan, only on the SL hatchback. It's only a $300 upgrade, but requires the $700 convenience package to get it.
 
Prices can get too high if all options are selected, the SL 5-door with CVT and all options has a sticker of $19,855 . If this car is the same price as a Civic or Mazda3 it doesn't make a lot of sense. With minimal options, say the S with power package for $14,255 or SL w/ no options for $15,555 it's a strong value.
 
I may have to check out the SL 6-speed manual when it arrives.
 
BTW, when will it arrive???
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Re: My thoughts on the Versa [allfiredup] by backy
Oct 22, 2005 (3:22 pm)
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Replying to: allfiredup (Oct 22, 2005 2:28 pm)

I played with the Versa website also (really slow) and found that a SL hatchback equipped the way I'd want it, with 6-speed, convenience pkg (Bluetooth etc.), and ABS/bags is about $16,500. That's not too bad at all compared to, say, an Elantra 5-door that lists for $15,775 with a moonroof but w/o a 6-speed, alloys, CD changer, side curtains, Bluetooth, Intelligent Key, and a few other things. And it's still less than a Civic LX but with much more equipment--and the Civic doesn't have a hatch. If the Versa really does hold "five full sized adults" as the Web site says, and gets good fuel economy, it could be a real nice package.
 
Nissan has stated the Versa will be available in the U.S. in the fall of 2006.
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Re: My thoughts on the Versa [backy] by alpha01
Oct 22, 2005 (3:39 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Oct 22, 2005 3:22 pm)

Those prices ARE NOT final, we;ll see where they end up.
 
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Re: My thoughts on the Versa [alpha01] by backy
Oct 22, 2005 (3:43 pm)
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Replying to: alpha01 (Oct 22, 2005 3:39 pm)

Yes, I noticed the disclaimer on the Web site. It's fun to play "what if" though. And Nissan did publically state that the Versa would start at "about $12k". The price of the S model on the Web site is in that ballpark. Compared to other cars in the class, the pricing on the site seems reasonable, IMO.
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I hope by jchan2
Oct 22, 2005 (6:07 pm)
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they lower the prices. $16K is kinda steep for an "economy" car.
 
But I like that they're offering Intelligent Key. Its a surprising feature in a car at this price.
 
Maybe after rebates and the fact that I've got access to Nissan VPP pricing (through a friend, I haven't used it yet) might make it a screaming deal.
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Re: I hope [jchan2] by backy
Oct 22, 2005 (7:40 pm)
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Replying to: jchan2 (Oct 22, 2005 6:07 pm)

Yeah, $17k is steep too, yet that's what Honda charges for the Civic LX and Mazda for the 3 with less equipment than the Versa. Not too many cars for $10k out there anymore. I like the fact that features like Bluetooth are working their way down into cars under $20k.
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Competitive pricing by allfiredup
Oct 22, 2005 (9:33 pm)
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Comparison of Versa with competitors (all 5-doors)-
 
The Versa S with power package is $14,255 (the only 6-speed manual!!!)
Chevy Aveo LT is $13,880 (also has alloys and cruise)
Elantra GLS is $14,394 (and butt ugly in my opinion)
Kia Rio5 is $14,640 with power package (also has alloys)
 
I'd say that puts the Versa comfortably in the ballpark with competitors. The Chevy Aveo is a little cheaper, but slitting your wrists also would be.
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Re: I hope [backy] by jchan2
Oct 23, 2005 (6:40 am)
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Replying to: backy (Oct 22, 2005 7:40 pm)

But the Civic is a bigger car, since its grown to be a "Compact" while the Versa is still a "sub-compact"
 
And don't forget the Honda Fit...
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Re: I hope [jchan2] by backy
Oct 23, 2005 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: jchan2 (Oct 23, 2005 6:40 am)

The Civic may actually have less interior room than the Versa. The Versa is advertised to carry "five full-sized adults". The Civic has less interior room than even the Rio and Accent, which are typically classified as subcompacts. The Civic may be longer than the Versa, but that's not a positive thing IMO unless it is accompanied by superior interior and storage volume.
 
To me, it looks like Nissan is aiming at the compact market (e.g., Civic, Focus, Corolla) with the Versa instead of the low-end subcompact market (Fit, Aveo, Rio, Accent, Yaris). This is based on the interior size of the car, its features, and its pricing.

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