Hyundai Sonata vs Nissan Versa
Overview | |
MSRP$24,150 | MSRP$15,980 |
Average price$17,474 | Average price$14,475 |
Listings803 | Listings420 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryDespite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favourites. | |
Reviews SummaryIt’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa returned to the Canadian line-up in the 2021 model year after a six-year hiatus, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. The most recent redesign was just a year earlier, for the 2020 model year. For 2023, the Versa gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling and more available tech features. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, the Ford Fiesta, the Honda Fit, the Hyundai Accent, and the Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in North America. That leaves the Kia Rio and the Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback as the Versa’s main competitors, and the Rio is on its way out of Canada for 2024 as well. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better-equipped used car for similar money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway40 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway40 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3120 lbs | Curb Weight2599 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.3 in |
Length192.9 in | Length177.0 in |
Width73.2 in | Width68.5 in |
Wheelbase111.8 in | Wheelbase103.1 in |
Maximum Payload1234 lbs | Maximum Payload862 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,150 | $15,980 |
Average price | $17,474 | $14,475 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Despite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favourites. | It’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa returned to the Canadian line-up in the 2021 model year after a six-year hiatus, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. The most recent redesign was just a year earlier, for the 2020 model year. For 2023, the Versa gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling and more available tech features. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, the Ford Fiesta, the Honda Fit, the Hyundai Accent, and the Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in North America. That leaves the Kia Rio and the Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback as the Versa’s main competitors, and the Rio is on its way out of Canada for 2024 as well. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better-equipped used car for similar money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 40 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 40 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3120 lbs | 2599 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.3 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 177.0 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 68.5 in |
Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 103.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1234 lbs | 862 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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