2022 Nissan Versa Press Kit

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• Embraces Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology, including available Nissan Safety Shield® 360¹ and 7.0-inch touchscreen display
• Class-exclusive Rear Automatic Braking², Blind Spot Warning³, Rear Cross Traffic Alert⁴ and Intelligent Cruise Control⁵
• 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 122 horsepower
• Fuel economy⁶ rated at 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway, 35 mpg combined (Xtronic models)

The 2022 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan offers an exceptional level of refinement with an exciting design and technology. Versa offers the most standard safety technology in its class⁷, including available Nissan Safety Shield® 360¹, a prime example of Nissan Intelligent Mobility that helps provide front, side and rear safety monitoring and intervention technologies.

Safety Shield® 360¹ features include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist – along with class-exclusive Blind Spot Warning³ and Rear Cross Traffic Alert⁴. Other available technology includes Intelligent Driver Alertness⁸ and Intelligent Cruise Control⁵.

Design is another key strategic advantage for Versa, combining a dramatic and expressive exterior with a fresh, roomy interior with best-in-class front headroom⁹ and front legroom¹⁰ complemented by class-above features and quality.

"Emotional Geometry" Exterior Design
With Versa, Nissan has reimagined the entry-level sedan with a design that leaves a lasting first impression and that owners can be proud to be seen in. The design features low, wide and long exterior dimensions, creating a roomy interior space.

Versa adapts key Nissan signature design elements – such as the V-motion grille, boomerang-shaped headlamps and tail lamps, kick-up C-pillars and floating roof. The result is an entry-level car that the designers describe as an energetic, provocative and engaging modern compact sedan. Contributing to the Versa's dramatic stance are reduced gaps between the fenders and tires. The coefficient of drag is an aerodynamic 0.29 (Versa SR).

The dimensions also help provide easy ingress and egress through all four doors. In addition, the body offers a wide, user-friendly trunk opening and 14.3 cubic feet of cargo space. This makes for especially convenient transporting of long or bulky items given the standard 60/40 split rear seat on models equipped with the Xtronic transmission.

Halogen headlamps with auto on/off are standard on all grades. The Versa SR adds LED low and high beam headlights and LED signature lamps. The Versa SR also includes a dark chrome front grille and body-colored trunk lid spoiler. Other available exterior features include heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals and body-color exterior door handles (SR grade).

Color is another carefully considered element of the 2022 Versa's appeal. Eight exterior colors help accent the sleek body design: Electric Blue Metallic, Monarch Orange Metallic (premium color), Brilliant Silver Metallic, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (premium color), Aspen White TriCoat (premium color) and Fresh Powder.

A Bold Interior Design
The 2022 Versa's interior also offers signature elements found in Maxima and Altima – including the "Gliding Wing" instrument panel that expands the feel of the space through use of a light and sleek "wingspan." The effect of the design's spatial symmetry is an enhanced sense of togetherness. The horizontal architecture, open spaces and use of harmonious materials and colors add a fresh, up-level quality to the entire cabin.

Versa features a roomy 5-passenger interior with a comfortable rear seat with ample rear legroom and knee room. Its large interior volume of 88.9 cubic feet is matched with 14.7 cubic feet of trunk volume (split rear seat). Six-way adjustable front bucket seats are standard. Heated front seats, Automatic Climate Control, and Intelligent Cruise Control are offered with the SR Convenience Package. The Versa SR also features sporty SR seat fabric with interior trim and accents.

Other standard equipment includes a 7.0-inch color display with touch screen capability (resistive type), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Streaming audio via Bluetooth®, 12-volt power outlet, three USB ports (two charge only), interface for iPod® and other compatible devices, Siri® Eyes Free and AM/FM audio system with 4 speakers.

A 6-speaker audio system (SR grade), 7.0-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display (SV, SR grades) and leather-wrapped steering wheel are also available. In addition, SV and SR grades include NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and SiriusXM® radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately).

The 2022 Versa also comes complete with a long list of standard convenience features, including front and rear power windows with driver's one-touch auto up/down, speed-sensing auto door locks, front map lights, dual front cupholders, cruise control, illuminated steering wheel controls for audio and cruise control, Rearview Monitor and keyless entry with fobs, including lock/unlock.

Versa SV and SR grades add steering wheel controls with voice recognition, Intelligent Driver Alertness⁸ and Rear Door Alert¹¹ system. Versa SR takes the equipment list up another level with Nissan Intelligent Key® with door handle switch and remote engine start¹².

Three interior colors are offered: Charcoal (S grade), Graphite (SV grade) and Sport (SR grade).

Nissan Intelligent Mobility Safety Technology
Another area where the 2022 Versa stands out is with its available Nissan Intelligent Mobility technology. The Versa S grade offers standard Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning and Rear Automatic Braking. Rear Automatic Braking helps detect large stationary objects when backing up, and, if necessary, can apply the brakes to help avoid or mitigate the damage of a collision².

Standard safety features include 10 air bags. The Nissan Advanced Air Bag System includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags. Also standard are seat-mounted driver and front passenger side-impact supplemental air bags, seat-mounted rear passenger side-impact supplemental air bags, roof-mounted curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupant head protection and driver and front passenger supplemental knee air bags.

No-Compromise Performance
The 2022 Versa not only takes its dynamic styling, quality benchmarking and attention to detail from its Maxima and Altima sedan stable mates, it also offers confident driving and no-compromise performance.

Standard on all three Versa grade levels is an advanced 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 122 horsepower and a 114 lb-ft of torque. The 16-valve DOHC HR16DE engine features a 10.4:1 compression ratio, spray-coated bore cylinder block, high thermal conductivity piston rings and sodium-filled exhaust valves.

The advanced engine design, with its emphasis on enhanced fuel economy and emissions, also includes dual injector system that burns cleaner and uses less fuel than a conventional injector design, along with Twin CVTC (Continuously Variable valve Timing Control) on both intake and exhaust cycles.

The Versa S is available with a choice of a 5-speed manual transmission or an Xtronic transmission – which is standard on Versa SV and SR grades. The compact Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear features revised D-step Logic Control for improved shift feel and responsiveness (versus the previous generation design). The Xtronic's gear range is 20 percent wider than conventional continuously variable transmissions, helping improve both acceleration performance and fuel economy.

Fuel economy⁶ for Xtronic-equipped 2022 Versa models is rated at 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined. With the 5-speed manual transmission, fuel economy⁶ rated at 27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined.

Versa's responsive ride and handling is provided by an independent strut front suspension with 21.0 mm stabilizer bar and twin tube shock absorbers, along with a torsion beam rear axle with twin tube shock absorbers. The rear suspension changes include polyurethane bump stops and a more rigid beam design. In addition, the electric power steering system features a high-rigidity shaft, providing a responsive feel.

Braking is provided by standard power-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes with Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist. All grade levels include standard Hill Start Assist.

The Versa S grade comes with 15-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers and 195/65R15 all-season tires, while Versa SV offers 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with 205/55R16 all-season tires. The sporty Versa SR features 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and 205/50R17 all-season tires.

The 2022 Nissan Versa is available in three well-equipped models: Versa S (5-speed manual and Xtronic), Versa SV (Xtronic) and Versa SR (Xtronic). Just one option is offered, the SR Convenience Package.

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1. Available features. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Safety Shield 360 technologies include: Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, and Rear Automatic Braking. Based on manufacturers' websites. See Owner's Manual for safety information.
2. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Rear Automatic Braking cannot prevent all collisions and may not provide warning or braking in all conditions. Driver should always turn and check surroundings before driving and brake as needed to prevent collisions. See Owner's Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.
3. Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Blind Spot Warning cannot prevent collisions and may not detect every object or warn in all situations. Driver should always turn and look before changing lanes. See Owner's Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.
4. Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Rear Cross Traffic Alert may not detect all vehicles. See Owner's Manual for safety information.  Based on manufacturers' websites.
5. Available feature. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Intelligent Cruise Control uses limited braking and is not a collision avoidance or warning system. Driver should monitor traffic conditions and brake as needed to prevent collisions. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Based on manufacturers' websites.
6. 2022 EPA Fuel Economy 32 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined for Xtronic equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only. 2022 EPA Fuel Economy 27 mpg city, 35mpg highway and 30 mpg combined for 5-speed manual transmission equipped models. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only.
7. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. See Owner's Manual for safety information. Availability of features vary by vehicle model year, model, trim level, packaging and options. Base Models Compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
8. It is the driver's responsibility to remain alert at all times. Intelligent Driver Alertness only a warning to inform the driver of a potential lack of driver attention or drowsiness. It does not detect and provide an alert in every situation. See Owner's Manual for details.
9. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Base models compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
10. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2022 Versa Sedan S vs. latest in-market Subcompact Class competitors. Base models compared. Based on manufacturers' websites.
11. Rear Door Alert is intended to remind people to check the back seats of their vehicle under certain circumstances.  It cannot prevent accidents caused by inattention or carelessness.
12. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.

Updated June 07, 2022

(•) = Manufacturer's Suggested List Price: Manufacturer's recommended pre-delivery service and factory to dealer allowances included.
(1) Excludes tax, title, license, and destination charges. Destination and handling $1,095.

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