2023 Nissan Versa 1.6 SR Sporty Design Meets Smart Value
Performance & Engine
It runs on a 1.6liter naturally aspirated fourcylinder, delivering 122 horsepower and 114 lbft of torque enough to make daily driving peppy without burning through gas.
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The Versa SR comes standard with a CVT (continuously variable transmission), which smooths out acceleration and helps fuel economy stay strong.
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Fuel Economy & Efficiency
Impressively efficient: around 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway, 35 mpg combined with the CVT. Great for commutes or long drives.
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That efficiency does mean performance is more about smart use of power than raw speed. But in its class, the SR strikes a really nice balance.
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Looks, Style & Exterior Upgrades
The SR trim stands out with 17inch alloy wheels, sportinspired exterior accents, a dark chrome grille, LED headlights with automatic highbeams, and a lip spoiler. Its one of the most eyecatching Versa trims.
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New for 2023: refreshed front fascia, updated grille design, sharper headlight & taillight styling, more aggressive cues helps the Versa look fresher and more premium.
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Interior & Comfort Features
The SR comes loaded: heated front seats, leatherwrapped steering wheel, 8inch touchscreen display, remote start, and automatic climate control. These are upgrades you often see above this price category.
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Comfort is solid front and rear; materials feel decent, with softer touches, contrast stitching, thoughtful layout. For road trips or errands, the cabin doesnt feel tight.
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Safety & Tech Highlights
The SR trim gets adaptive (intelligent) cruise control, a WiFi hotspot, passive keyless entry, and remote start included.
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Modern driver assists are standard: automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, etc. SR adds more of them or higher levels of integration.
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Practicality & Dimensions
Trunk space is about 15 cubic feet, giving you enough room for groceries, weekend luggage, etc.
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Interior room is generous for a subcompact/entry sedan: front legroom 44.5 in, headroom 39.5 in, rear headroom 36.3 in. Good space for adult passengers in back for shorter journeys.
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Why the SR is Exciting
You get a lot of premium touches for relatively modest extra cost things like heated seats, larger screen, remote start, sporty styling, and fancier wheels elevate the experience.
It has a sharp look and fresh styling that make it stand out among affordable sedans not just cheap and basic.
Strong fuel economy means you save money every time you fill up.
The driving feel, while not sporty in the sense of speed, is more composed and modern than older entrylevel sedans; the CVT helps smooth things out.
Used 2023 NissanVersa SR
- Odometer
- 20,605 miles
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter
- VIN
- 3N1CN8FV6PL861294
- Stock Number
- PL861294
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KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4Out of 5
- 5.0
It's a nice little car
By Joseph | on Thursday, August 12, 2021
I like the car is brand new. The Transmissions a little funky to get used to. It's not a speed car it's not a sports car it's a transportation car. I've heard horror stories about his transmission but time will tell it's to new for me to give you a very good review. I bought a 10-year hundred thousand mile guarantee. Mostly because of the transmission rumors. I hope to have it for a long time… - 3.0
Things that make you go hmmm
By pwernich | on Wednesday, November 25, 2020
I purchased the new 2020 Versa because I wanted a car with safety tech and a low monthly payment. It is definitely a step up from the previous model but far from heavenly. The side mirrors are bulky and look like they were left over from the 1970's parts bin. The driver's side door does not line up evenly and the passenger seat has a hard piece sticking up which irritates your leg. I know this thing is made in Mexico but can't Nissan afford quality control inspections??? The rear seat does not fold down so how are you suppose to carry larger items??? The interior does have attractive seat fabric and an appealing interior for the price point. Fuel economy averages about 35 mpg which is okay for a vehicle this size. It comes with an actual spare tire which is a plus for me. Overall I am pleased with my decision to own this car but time will tell if it holds up or ends up in the shop too often.… - 4.0
Best redesign in 10 years
By NissanFan88 | on Wednesday, October 07, 2020
I bought my Versa SR with the optional heated seats and adaptive cruise control in silver. has approx 10500 miles I love the new updated EVERYTHING! and it gives more for your money. Safety shield 360 now mandated by goverment rules, starting with SV you get alot for your money except keyless entry but push button ignition. Ugh why? anyway SR gives you L.E.D headlights and keyless entry and halogen fog lights just name a few. seats are comfortable considering no 0 gravity seats. but overall improvement CVT function, Simulated shifts that work like a traditional Auto geared. Fun to drive kinda. A worth looking into.…
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