PRLog (Press Release) - Aug 10, 2011 - Visit us online today at http://www.nissanofelkgrove.com
Nissan today took sole possession of the crown for least-expensive new car you can buy in America by announcing a $10,990 sticker price plus shipping for the base model of its nicely redesigned 2012 Versa sedan that was unveiled in April in New York.
Nissan and Hyundai formerly dueled for that distinction with a special model of the old Versa four-door sedan at $9,990 plus shipping vs. a bare-bones Accent at $9,985 (but which was a three-door hatchback coupe).
But Hyundai left the field to Nissan with its just-out redesigned Accent. Hyundai says it no longer wanted to compete in the lowest-end segment, pricing the cheapest new Accent at $12,445 - and not pushing that one (try to find it on Hyundai's consumer site).
While raising the price a bit, Nissan also equipped the new low-end Versa sedan with amenities that were extra on the old one, such as air conditioning. It comes with a five-speed manual, but if gas mileage is your goal, your should opt for the CVT automatic with its slightly higher estimated 33 mpg rating for combined city/highway driving.
The new sedan is due at dealers in August. The separate five-door hatchback version of the Versa gets only minor tweaks for 2012 and goes on sale next week, with pricing still TBA.
Here's the complete rundown from Nissan on that new Versa sedan and pricing for the higher-level trims as well:
At the entry-level price ($10,990), the Versa 1.6 S sedan with five-speed manual transmission includes standard air conditioning, six-way adjustable driver's seat, AM/FM/CD/Aux-in audio system and a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with dual-injector system and twin continuously variable timing control (CVTC).
Sticker prices (plus shipping for three models of the Versa sedan – 1.6 S, 1.6 SV and 1.6 SL (engine/model, transmission, price):
Versa sedan, 1.6 S, 5MT, $10,990
Versa se automobile news dan, 1.6 S, CVT, $12,760
Versa sedan, 1.6 SV, CVT, $14,560
Versa sedan, 1.6 SL, CVT, $15,560
More from Nissan's release about the car:
The 2012 Nissan Versa sedan is designed to redefine compact car value – giving buyers everything they want and need in one stylish package, including the utilization of smart technology to create a next-generation eco-drivetrain delivering responsive performance, high MPG and lower CO2 emissions***.&# goverment technology 13;
The all-new front-wheel drive global "V" platform, designated "V" for Versatile, Infiniti m hybird utilizes nearly 20% fewer platform components and weighs around 150 pounds less than the previous "B" platform. The second-generation 1.6-liter HR16DE four-cylinder engine includes a range of cutting-edge technologies, making it one of the most advanced powerplants in its class. For example, the new Versa sedan engine is equipped with two streamlined injectors mounted near the inlet valve for each cylinder. This dual injector system allows a wider injection of fuel, with the smaller nozzles delivering a finer spray (approximately 57% finer than the previous generation single-injector design's particle size) to help achieve more complete combustion.
The new compact, lighter weight engine also utilizes a twin Continuously Variable Timing Control (CVTC) system mounted on both intake and exhaust ports (conventionally mounted only on the intake port), similar to the system used on the flagship Nissan Maxima. The engine is rated at 109 horsepower and 107 lb-ft of torque.
The 2012 Versa sedan is available with a five-speed manual transmission (1.6 S model only) and with a next-generation Xtronic CVT™ transmission. The CVT allows continuous change of the transmission gear ratio by connecting the two pulleys with a metallic belt and changing their diameter by using hydraulic pressure. This new CVT design adds an auxiliary gearbox using planetary gearing, helping enhance efficiency. It also features a transmission ratio of 7.3:1, which is broader than those of conventional CVTs and even typical seven-speed automatic transmissions. The result is fuel economy for the 2012 Versa sedan estimated at 30 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined with the CVT transmission (27/36/30 mpg with the five-speed manual transmission).
The Versa sedan's new exterior design is also a departure from most current compact sedans, o first drive audi a6 ffering a refreshing design character that is both sophisticated and highly aerodynamic. Inside, the sophisticated styling theme continues with an open, airy, high-quality look and feel – including available upgraded cloth, 60/40-split fold-down rear seat and Fine Vision instrumentation. The new Versa sedan's long list of standard and available equipment includes available Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and an in-dash 5-inch touch-screen navigation system with XM NavTraffic® (XM subscription required, sold separately) and USB input for iPod and other compatible devices.
Along with the long list of standard equipment for each trim level, packaging has been simplified to make the shopping experience easier for customers. Among the available 2012 Versa sedan optional equipment packages are a Convenience Package (1.6 S CVT), Convenience Package (1.6 SV) and Tech Package (1.6 SL).
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