The 2010 Nissan Versa lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor spring and door handle issues. At $4,381 to $6,003 it’s a great value for a small car with plenty of room for passengers.
Is the 2010 Nissan Versa a Good Used Car?
- Yes, 2010 is a good year for the Versa getting an average overall rating of 7/10. Owner reviews praise the fuel economy, comfortable cabin, and the relatively low ownership costs.
- Interior materials are good for an economy car with an average interior quality score of 7/10 . The seats are supportive with durable cloth, but the stereo system is very basic.
- Reliability ratings are good, and it gets a higher score of 8/10. Avoid models from 2007–2009, and go with a 2010-2011 which both have fewer mechanical problems.
- Performance is poor from both of the 4-cylinder engines offered, and they are not fun to drive.
- The Versa is reasonably safe, earning a 4-star overall rating in government crash tests, with the lowest score being 4-stars in the frontal crash test rating.
- Fuel economy is great, getting up to 30 MPG, which should give owners about 396 miles of range out of the 13.2 gallon gas tank. Fuel costs are $19/month cheaper than other compact cars at $181/month for 15,000 miles per year.
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What Do Critics Say About the Nissan Versa?
- Consumer Reports says the Vera is a comfortable subcompact car with plenty of room, and has good owner satisfaction scores.
- Edmunds gives the 2010 Versa a 4.3/5 praising the fuel-efficient engines, but doesn’t like the lack of cargo space.
- Kelley Blue Book users rate the Versa 4.4/5 and enjoy the spacious backseats, but owners don’t like how quickly they lose value.
What Common Problems Does the 2010 Nissan Versa Have?
The most common problems found on the 2010 Nissan Versa include spring and strut failures, broken door handles, and the engine cutting out while driving. It’s even free of the CVT problems found on other Nissan models. Overall, these problems are similar to other compact cars from 2010, and repair costs for the Versa are cheaper.
Spring and strut failures are the most widespread complaints from owners, showing up at around 66,000 miles. The front springs and struts just tend to wear out faster than in other vehicles and have to be replaced. A new set costs about $600, depending on local labor rates. If corrosion played an issue in the failure, then there’s a recall to change them for free.
Broken door handles are another issue mentioned by owners at around 50,000 miles. The door handle breaks off the plastic linkage located in the door. Replacing the door handle costs around $100.
The engine cutting out while driving also shows up on some Versa models at around 70,000 miles. The main source of the problem is the mass airflow sensor, which starts to fail as the car gets older. Replacing the mass airflow sensor costs roughly $150.
There are 8 recalls, average for a compact car from 2010. The most serious recall is for the front springs corroding and Nissan will change out the springs for free. Most of the other recalls are for air bags and are a common recall across all compact cars.
How Long Will the 2010 Nissan Versa Last?
A well cared-for 2010 Nissan Versa lasts around 250,000 miles, giving it a good durability score of 8/10. It’s around 50,000 miles less than top-rated competitors like the Honda Fit. Regular annual maintenance costs are a bit lower than other compact cars at $423 per year, according to Repair Pal.
Since most 2010 Versa models will have over 100,000 miles buyers should be prepared to replace items including the evaporative canister for $500, the steering knuckle costing $600, and the vehicle speed sensor, which costs $300.
For the past few months it has had an issue starting but no one can tell us why. Sometimes it starts right away, other times it takes multiple tries to get it started. It always starts in the end though.
Yes it is reliable, and no, there have not been any major problems with it other than parts that have needed replacement due to age.
It is very reliable. I have had my car for a year and have not had any problems yet. It does not have much space for storage though.
It is fairly reliable. It stalls sometimes. The design requires that the tires be rotated and replaced more frequently than normal. The hatchback will no longer open and close, etc and is very expensive to replace.
It has no problems and was recalled once for airbag problems that have long been resolved, there's nothing else wrong with the vehicle, it is as reliable as treated.
It has only recently started having problems. I like its reliability. I worry about the repairs becoming more expensive over time, though.
My Versa has been extremely reliable so far. I've had absolutely no problems out of it and have loved driving it.
It is reliable most of the time, but it has had rare problems in the past. The front passenger side wheel detached from the car while I was driving one time.
Is the 2010 Nissan Versa a Good Value?
Yes, the 2010 Versa is an excellent value. Blue book values range from $4,381 to $6,003, making the Versa cheaper than similarly equipped compact cars like the Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic. When new, the price range was $9,990 to $16,780. Depreciation is worse than average, losing about 12% of its current value per year.
What are the Different Models of the Nissan Versa?
There are four versions of the Nissan Versa offered for the 2010 model year. The first generation was introduced in 2007, and replaced by the second generation in 2013.
1.6 Base is the entry-level model with:
- 14-Inch Steel Wheels
- Cloth Seating
- Tilt Steering Column
1.6 is a very minor step up, adding:
- Air Conditioning
1.8 S is next in the lineup and adds:
- 15-Inch Steel Wheels
- Power Windows & Locks
- 4-Speaker AM/FM/CD Stereo With 3.5mm AUX
- Cruise Control
1.8 SL is the top-of-the line model featuring:
- 15-Inch Alloy Wheels
- Premium Seat Fabric
- 6-Speaker Stereo System
- USB Connectivity
- Optional Sunroof & Navigation
What Engines Come In the Nissan Versa?
- The base engine is a weak 1.6L 4-cylinder which only makes 107 horsepower and gets up to 29 MPG.
- A step up is the run of the mill 1.8L 4-cylinder, which produces 122 horsepower while getting up to 30 MPG. Performance is worse than other compact cars, taking 8.9 seconds to go from 0-60 MPH.
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How Big Is the Nissan Versa?
The 2010 Nissan Versa is a compact car, but smaller in size than the Mazda3 and Volkswagen Jetta, giving it an good passenger comfort score of 7/10. It’s offered as either a sedan or hatchback. Passenger room is better than other small cars with enough legroom in the back seats to fit adults.
Cargo space is good, with enough room in the trunk of the sedan for 3-5 suitcases and the hatchback has enough space for over 10 suitcases.
How Does the Nissan Versa Compare to the Competition?
The 2010 Nissan Versa is good compared to other compact cars in the same price range. It offers a comfortable cabin with decent interior materials and is more reliable than models from 2007–2009.
The Nissan Sentra is another competitor from Nissan which costs about $800 more. Performance is better in the Nissan Sentra with the larger engine, but the Nissan Versa has a more comfortable interior. We recommend the Nissan Versa for the 2010 model year since there are fewer mechanical issues than the Nissan Sentra.
The Hyundai Elantra is a competitor which costs about $700 more. The Hyundai Elantra has more luxurious interior materials, but the Nissan Versa has more passenger room. We recommend the Nissan Versa since the Hyundai Elantra has a lot of transmission issues.
Do Owners Recommend the Nissan Versa?
Yes. It is been a decently reliable vehicle. Good gas mileage and looks nice. We have had a few minor issues with it breaking but nothing too serious.
Yes, it has been reliable since I bought it 5 years ago and it rarely gives me problems, and gets good gas mileage.
This car is a good vehicle if you are looking for something simple and styling. It has no frills but is reliable.
The vehicle is average in value. Several parts have stopped working and are very expensive to replace.
The Nissan versa 1.8 sl hatchback is a great vehicle that is reliable and spacious enough for its price. It is easy maintenance and very simple and straightforward when it comes to handling.
Yes. It runs really well and I've had it for a long time. I have put a ton of miles on it since I got it, and it has been a great car to get me through my first working years.
Absolutely! I love driving my Versa in town and on long road trips. It handles great rain or shine and on pavement or gravel.
I think the 2010 Nissan Versa is an alright vehicle. It generally always runs pretty well, but strange problems pop up every so often.