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2023 Nissan Versa: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Nissan Versa is a light styling refresh, led by a revised grille, an updated front end, and new Nissan badging. It is not a full redesign, but the SV and SR also gain useful comfort and tech upgrades.
About the 2023 Nissan Versa
3rd generation Versa sedan (2020-2025), light refresh year.
Nissan positions the Versa as a small sedan for drivers who want straightforward transportation without giving up modern safety and connectivity. Its core appeal is easy city size, strong fuel economy, and a surprising amount of driver-assistance tech for the class. Compared with other small sedans, the Versa leans less on performance and more on value, everyday comfort, and making common features like emergency braking and smartphone integration feel easy to get.
The Versa S is the straightforward commuter, with a 7-inch touchscreen and safety features such as automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning. The SV adds everyday conveniences including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, blind-spot warning, and wireless phone charging, while the sportier-looking SR brings an 8-inch touchscreen, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats, and automatic climate control without adding more power.
What changed, by category
Styling
Every trim gets a refreshed front end with a revised grille, small exterior updates, and new Nissan badging.
Tech and comfort
A new S Plus package expands the base trim’s equipment. The SV gains a wireless charging pad and center console armrest, while the SR makes heated front seats, adaptive cruise control, an 8-inch touchscreen, automatic climate control, remote start, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel standard.
2023 Nissan Versa specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 27 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 35 mpg | 40 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Horsepower | 122 hp | 122 hp | 122 hp |
| Torque | 114 lb-ft | 114 lb-ft | 114 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.7 cu-ft | 15 cu-ft | 15 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2023 Nissan Versa fully redesigned?
No. The 2023 Versa receives a light refresh within the third generation that began for 2020. Its main visual changes are a revised grille, an updated front end, and new Nissan badging.
Did the 2023 Nissan Versa get a new engine?
No. The 2023 Versa keeps the same 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and front-wheel-drive layout as the 2022 model.
Which 2023 Nissan Versa trim received the biggest equipment upgrade?
The SR received the biggest equipment upgrade for 2023. Its standard equipment includes heated front seats, adaptive cruise control, an 8-inch touchscreen, automatic climate control, remote engine start, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Are heated front seats standard on the 2023 Nissan Versa SR?
Yes. Heated front seats became standard on the 2023 Versa SR after being optional on the 2022 SR.
Is the 2023 Nissan Versa meaningfully different from the 2022 model?
The differences are noticeable but modest. The 2023 Versa has refreshed front-end styling and added trim-specific comfort and tech equipment, while its engine and basic layout remain unchanged.
2023 Nissan Versa Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Nissan Versa.
4.0
2023 Nissan Versa
(194 reviews)
“It's great value for the money. Lots of safety features and works well with Android auto.”
“It is a good vehicle. It seems reliable. I thought the seat would adjust to my small size and posture but I was disappointed. I improvised with cushions but you would think the designers would not just expect people to be 6 feet tall or so. I'd love to actually express this to a real person. But not likely.”