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The Versatile Nissan Versa
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by Kyle Busch, Automotive Examiner
With fuel prices moving toward $4.00 per gallon,
several fuel efficient new cars have hit the market.
These cars include the Dodge Caliber, Honda Fit,
Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio5, Nissan Versa, Suzuki Reno,
and Toyota Yaris. The base price for this group is
from just under $13,000 to $15,000.
Fuel economy is on most drivers' minds and the
average fuel economy of these cars is 30 mpg in
the city and 35 mpg on the highway. Although
the city and 35 mpg on the highway. Although
these cars are small on the outside and easy to
park, they are quite large and useful on the inside.
A road test of the Nissan Versa hatchback determined
that it can seat three people in the back seat. With the
rear seat folded down, out of the six other cars, it tied
for first place in cargo volume, and at 70 miles per hour,
it was the second quietest car of this group.
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The Nissan Versa Hatchback
The Versa is available with a Continuously Variable
Automatic Transmission (CVT) that gets about 35 mpg
on the highway. Overall, the Versa scored near the top
when compared to the other cars in this group.
My personal drive of the Versa determined that it
has comfortable front seats and a roomy and versatile
interior. The engine is reasonably powerful with good
passing ability. The Continuously Variable Transmission
is smooth at all times and it helps to maximize fuel
efficiency. The interior fit and finish are good, and the
car handles well with reasonable ride quality.
If the $13,500 base price of a new Versa is more
than you can spend, used Versas are becoming available.
It is one car to look for!
I welcome your comments or car questions at my
auto web: www.DriveTheBestBook.com.
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