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2012 Nissan Versa Hatchback S 4AT

The 2012 Nissan Versa Hatchback S 4AT is a 122-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,870 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 122 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 127 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm, spinning to a 6,400 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The Versa measures 169.1 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,722 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$15,870 ($22,464 *)
MSRP with Destination$16,660 ($23,582 *)
Destination Charge$790
Engine
Engine Type1.8L DOHC Inline-4 (naturally aspirated), MR18DE
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower122 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque127 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Redline6,400 rpm
Valvetrain16-Valve DOHC
Bore and Stroke84.0 x 81.0 mm
Compression Ratio9.9:1
Injection TypeSequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
1st Gear2.861 (40 mph **)
2nd Gear1.562 (73 mph **)
3rd Gear1 (114 mph **)
4th Gear0.697 (164 mph **)
Reverse2.31
Final Drive4.072
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson Strut w/Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam w/Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar23.0 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar22.2 mm
Turning Diameter34.2 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 11.02 x 0.95 in
Rear Brake DiscDrum, 9.0 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 x 5.5 in Steel
Wheels Rear15 x 5.5 in Steel
Tires FrontP185/65R15
Tires RearP185/65R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length169.1 in
Width66.7 in
Height60.4 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Front Track58.3 in
Rear Track58.5 in
Ground Clearance6.3 in
Cargo Volume17.8 ft³
Curb Weight2,722 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)53% / 47%
Interior
Headroom Front40.6 in
Headroom Rear38.3 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear38 in
Shoulder Room Front53.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear50.7 in
Hip Room Front48.8 in
Hip Room Rear47.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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