My wife’s versa finally came in on the 27th. Not gonna lie it’s a fun car to drive. I’m a larger guy, 6’2” and 250 lbs. and there is plenty of room for me. I have put 370 miles on it so far and couldn’t believe I could fill it up for 25 bucks. I’m used to driving trucks and suv that cost almost a 100 bucks to drive the same distance. Took me a bit to get used to the clutch in first but got it figured out now. Thanks for the videos as you helped me make my decision for a commuter car when doing my research.
I think its because of weoght being so low. I always preffer driving slow cars fast. You can ring them out more and feel more. We got stupidly lost in power numbers and kust basic good fun of light, moderately powerful cars got lost across the board. Versa is one of few last light econo-boxes to be like this.
glad to know youre still enjoying your Versa and fighting the good fight with that issue with the electronics and the gearbox, especially if a new driver actually gets their hands on it that could be a serious issue.
Sounds just about right, man. I have a pretty good feeling this car would serve my driving needs pretty well. Thank you for the information on the seats - that's an important thing to know. I sure like (love) Nissan's body design work on this car, too. Getting a stick saves you from CVT failings and such, so that's another positive thing about the car.
I was lucky to find a somewhat new forester in the manual but if I couldn't find any used cars in the manual this is what I would buy. I know Nissan doesn't have the best reputation anymore but all car companies have figured out reliable manuals not so much on the CVT's except for maybe Toyota. I appreciate this video and I hope you do more videos about how this car holds up economy cars do not get a lot of love content-wise.
I’m honestly really glad I watched this video, my car was cutting power after I stalled it and the dealer told me I just didn’t know how to drive it. I was driving around and stalled at the other day and the exact same thing happened. I knew I wasn’t crazy!
The stalling you observe seems to be common on various nissan model, a car show in Québec talked about it several times. Even in the cvt equipped car, it seems that power is cut down after hard braking and the show find that dangerous in case you would need full power to get out of a bad situation... I think nissan should explain that...
Can you do a video on how to drive this car for a new manual driver? Ive been able to pick up some things from the video but I'd really appreciate tips/tricks, and also a rundown of what the car likes/doesn't like.
Hey I’m going to pick my 2024 up tomorrow, great video btw former Focus RS owner here. Buying this car for the Price, Japanese reliability, & M/T. The power loss issue only happened after stalling out? Shouldn’t be an issue as I never stall out.
I had a 2009 Versa ( bought new), and kept it for 8 years. I'm in the process of getting a slightly used ( 18, 000km) 2023 Versa " S" in manual. I'm looking forward to it...
@@youtoobe169 , it's about the same; but you can't get the 2024 in manual transmission! I'm told that the Versa itself will be phased-out, after 2025. Manual transmission is getting increasingly difficult to acquire in vehicles.
@@robertbracken606 You definitely can get the '24 with a manual. There are several on dealer lots. The news about the Versa being phased out is fake news .
@@youtoobe169 I spoke to people at the dealership I've bought from, and dealerships across the country. If there are 2024 Versa model " S" vehicles in standard transmission, I've found none in Canada. I saw an ad, though, which did advertise the manual version. I'm guessing this is U.S., only.
They would be a nice upgrade but buying OEM wheels new is crazy expensive. The part number is 40300-6EM3A. It's definitely better to get some aftermarket wheels from tire rack.
Like the video. I have a 2021 Versa manual with the same issue. How do you go about reseting the power loss? Do you have the dealer reprogram each time? Thank you.
The dealer can't do anything as there is not a fix (yet). Did you lose power in your '21 after stalling? This is the first I've heard of this in one with push-to-start.
@@youtoobe169 I notice it when it gets cold 20* or lower it can sometimes go into that low power mode. I live in MN, so that's a big issue. Went to dealer and they told me I bought the wrong car for Minnesota...
@@user-ze3tx3cs1i 2 things: 1. You have a bad dealer and need to find a better one. I've never had issues related to cold temps with mine. 2. The issue you are having is not related to the issue I described. Questions: How many miles on yours? Automatic or manual? What year?
@@youtoobe169 In your other video when the car is down on power, it is exactly what I have going on. When it is warmer out, it runs better, but it sometimes sounds like the connecting rod on cylinder #4 is going to go out the bottom of the pan. Then the next day it is fine. 26,000 miles. Been acting up since day one though. Car is a manual.
So I am looking at several of these that Texas dealers near me have in the manual transmission. I'd be buying it as a daily driver. It's a Renault engine it seems which does not encourage me. Is sure looks like the build quality is good and one should not expect Toyota or Honda quality. In speaking with others or your opinion will it hold up if it is scrupulously maintained? Horror stories of engine knock before 30,000 miles;0-(
I have a question for you if you don’t mind answering. I have out just over 600 miles on my wife’s versa and I have noticed at idle the rpm’s will fluctuate between 500 and approximately 1100 at times. I think it may do it when the AC compressor kicks on and off. Does yours do this or should I go to the dealer?
@@youtoobe169 okay I figured but was getting paranoid lol. Thank you for your reply and I subscribed to your channel… I like the simple videos you make
I should probably do a video about this. From what others have told me, shutting it off, removing the key and then reinserting, restarting should work. I never actually tested it myself.
Are there any big changes on this with regard to engine and transmission compared to the 2020 you had? The talk of that $2000 slave cylinder fix when it goes out makes me think the Renault guys designed that and not the Nissan guys! You’re right though in that earlier review - it’s and older car in a new skin. Why are people complaining about gear whine in a manual when that’s part of the driving experience with them?
To make an analogy: years ago my dad had a late 60's buick as his everyday beater car and he had a newer early 80s Cadillac as his weekend car. The buick had dents and rust and whatnot, the Caddy was gorgeous. But the Caddy gave him a million problems while the Buick was just a simple reliable car. And to top it off, one day it dawns on him that the Buick actually drives better, has more power/responsiveness, better ride quality, and is just more pleasurable to drive. So he ditched the Cadillac. Not saying the 2023 manual Versa is an objectively better car than any number of pricier cars, but subjectively, I like it a lot more than many other new cars. It's a hell of a lot more fun to drive than some big wonky SUV, it has a heck of a nicer ride than some short wheelbase economy car would have, it doesnt have the vagueness of a CVT nor the "searching for gears" of one of those new 8 speed transmissions... i could go on. But there's not too many new (or new-ish) cars I've driven that dont have (or lack) something that makes me think "I'd rather be driving the Versa..." I also showed my Versa to my mechanic friend btw, and he loved it, particularly the lack of failure points compared to most new cars. I can think of some cars I'd rather have, but for the most part, they dont make them anymore. This one just feels "right".
@@youtoobe169oh thats good hopefully there is a recall or something because I really do like this car. Seems like the perfect car for a person like me who does not really like any of the new technological advances in society, things like huge screens in cars, digital gauge clusters, automatic transmissions, LED turn signals, head lights, and brake lights, etc. This list goes on and on but for 16 grand this car literally has everything I would want in a car, other than the fact that it is kind of ugly, and very slow.
@@youtoobe169You are absolutely right, I suppose for 16-18 grand new that is very nice, right about about close to as a honda fit ge8, a car that I very much appreciate for its ability to drive on the touge (mountain pass) and other amateur racing events and whatnot.
@@youtoobe169 as an only vehicle is a deal breaker because I do the ocasional Home Depot trip to get some lumber for projects around the house, nothing crazy, but having folding rear seats helps with this task. I always owned compact cars and they have been fine for the ocasional 4’ and longer loads, no folding seats is deal breaker. Funny how ppl gives Nissan kudos for the price, but this ain’t that cheap any more either, with destination you are looking at almost 18k, and no folding seats? Come on now.
@@youtoobe169 as an only car it matters personally because I do get lumber and other things at Home Depot longer than 4’ for the ocasional home project. This ain’t that cheap any more, with destination it’s almost 18k, no car play, no arm rest, ok I can let those slide, but no folding seats? Sorry Nissan, I do not get your logic here with the “affordable” narrative. Moat ppl that buy this are to be only method of transportation, make it practical. Add to that the horrible design on the slave cylinder, once it goes out, you have to remove the transmission to replace, seriously? Come on now .
I love how you are still talking about this vehicle haha.
I still really like it. Just something about these Versas!
The saving grace of that car is the manual transmission. Good call on not getting the CVT.
Definitely
My wife’s versa finally came in on the 27th. Not gonna lie it’s a fun car to drive. I’m a larger guy, 6’2” and 250 lbs. and there is plenty of room for me. I have put 370 miles on it so far and couldn’t believe I could fill it up for 25 bucks. I’m used to driving trucks and suv that cost almost a 100 bucks to drive the same distance. Took me a bit to get used to the clutch in first but got it figured out now. Thanks for the videos as you helped me make my decision for a commuter car when doing my research.
Thanks for sharing and glad my videos helped!
Thanks for making these, definitely unique content. Especially considering you’ve been living with the vehicle long term
Glad you're enjoying them!
Your videos have helped a lot im looking into getting one thank you
Great video, thank you. I'm enjoying my 2024. It's a blast to drive the manual.
Glad you liked the video and that you are enjoying your Versa!
I think its because of weoght being so low. I always preffer driving slow cars fast. You can ring them out more and feel more. We got stupidly lost in power numbers and kust basic good fun of light, moderately powerful cars got lost across the board. Versa is one of few last light econo-boxes to be like this.
There's really nothing else like it available for sale new any more
glad to know youre still enjoying your Versa and fighting the good fight with that issue with the electronics and the gearbox, especially if a new driver actually gets their hands on it that could be a serious issue.
I am glad NHTSA is finally doing an investigation
Sounds just about right, man. I have a pretty good feeling this car would serve my driving needs pretty well. Thank you for the information on the seats - that's an important thing to know. I sure like (love) Nissan's body design work on this car, too. Getting a stick saves you from CVT failings and such, so that's another positive thing about the car.
Glad I could help!
I was lucky to find a somewhat new forester in the manual but if I couldn't find any used cars in the manual this is what I would buy. I know Nissan doesn't have the best reputation anymore but all car companies have figured out reliable manuals not so much on the CVT's except for maybe Toyota. I appreciate this video and I hope you do more videos about how this car holds up economy cars do not get a lot of love content-wise.
I plan on keeping this car a long time even if it's not my primary driver so I will keep posting updates
I’m honestly really glad I watched this video, my car was cutting power after I stalled it and the dealer told me I just didn’t know how to drive it. I was driving around and stalled at the other day and the exact same thing happened. I knew I wasn’t crazy!
I heard that a fix is about week away
The stalling you observe seems to be common on various nissan model, a car show in Québec talked about it several times. Even in the cvt equipped car, it seems that power is cut down after hard braking and the show find that dangerous in case you would need full power to get out of a bad situation... I think nissan should explain that...
The oncoming sunlight likely confused the camera sensor briefly disabling the front collision and lane assist.
That makes sense. It woks 98% of the time but does get tripped up once in a while.
Can you do a video on how to drive this car for a new manual driver? Ive been able to pick up some things from the video but I'd really appreciate tips/tricks, and also a rundown of what the car likes/doesn't like.
Main thing is just to balance the gas and clutch pedal, and listen to the car. Other than that, the car isn't picky
I got your manual right here
I just read a report that NHSTA is now doing a preliminary investigation into the limp mode issue you reported. Maybe we'll get a fix.
Wow, that's great news! Thanks for letting me know
Thanks for these videos. Is it possible to upgrade the head unit to the CarPlay one that comes on higher trims?
Thanks for commenting! I wouldn't know. I leave my cars fully stock.
Hey I’m going to pick my 2024 up tomorrow, great video btw former Focus RS owner here. Buying this car for the Price, Japanese reliability, & M/T. The power loss
issue only happened after stalling out? Shouldn’t be an issue as I never stall out.
Power loss only after stalling out or failing to start, but someone just posted that NHTSA opened an investigation. Congrats on the new car!
I’ve got an 06 4Runner and I’m about to get one of these to keep the miles off of it
Congrats on your Versa!
I had a 2009 Versa ( bought new), and kept it for 8 years. I'm in the process of getting a slightly used ( 18, 000km) 2023 Versa " S" in manual. I'm looking forward to it...
You'd probably pay less to get a brand new 2024
@@youtoobe169 , it's about the same; but you can't get the 2024 in manual transmission! I'm told that the Versa itself will be phased-out, after 2025. Manual transmission is getting increasingly difficult to acquire in vehicles.
@@robertbracken606 You definitely can get the '24 with a manual. There are several on dealer lots. The news about the Versa being phased out is fake news .
@@youtoobe169 I spoke to people at the dealership I've bought from, and dealerships across the country. If there are 2024 Versa model " S" vehicles in standard transmission, I've found none in Canada. I saw an ad, though, which did advertise the manual version. I'm guessing this is U.S., only.
@@robertbracken606 Ah, did not realize you were in Canada. I don't know about the Canada market.
Also do you think the Alloy wheels for the SR would be worth installing on the S M/T? If so what’s the part number, I can’t find it.
They would be a nice upgrade but buying OEM wheels new is crazy expensive. The part number is 40300-6EM3A. It's definitely better to get some aftermarket wheels from tire rack.
Like the video. I have a 2021 Versa manual with the same issue. How do you go about reseting the power loss? Do you have the dealer reprogram each time? Thank you.
The dealer can't do anything as there is not a fix (yet). Did you lose power in your '21 after stalling? This is the first I've heard of this in one with push-to-start.
@@youtoobe169 I notice it when it gets cold 20* or lower it can sometimes go into that low power mode. I live in MN, so that's a big issue. Went to dealer and they told me I bought the wrong car for Minnesota...
@@user-ze3tx3cs1i 2 things: 1. You have a bad dealer and need to find a better one. I've never had issues related to cold temps with mine. 2. The issue you are having is not related to the issue I described. Questions: How many miles on yours? Automatic or manual? What year?
@@youtoobe169 In your other video when the car is down on power, it is exactly what I have going on. When it is warmer out, it runs better, but it sometimes sounds like the connecting rod on cylinder #4 is going to go out the bottom of the pan. Then the next day it is fine. 26,000 miles. Been acting up since day one though. Car is a manual.
@@user-ze3tx3cs1i What year is it?
So I am looking at several of these that Texas dealers near me have in the manual transmission. I'd be buying it as a daily driver. It's a Renault engine it seems which does not encourage me. Is sure looks like the build quality is good and one should not expect Toyota or Honda quality. In speaking with others or your opinion will it hold up if it is scrupulously maintained? Horror stories of engine knock before 30,000 miles;0-(
I haven't heard of issues with this engine. I think it's a pretty sturdy unit.
I have a question for you if you don’t mind answering. I have out just over 600 miles on my wife’s versa and I have noticed at idle the rpm’s will fluctuate between 500 and approximately 1100 at times. I think it may do it when the AC compressor kicks on and off. Does yours do this or should I go to the dealer?
Normal. I think I made a video about it a while back.
@@youtoobe169 okay I figured but was getting paranoid lol. Thank you for your reply and I subscribed to your channel… I like the simple videos you make
@@mike3886 Thanks for the kind words!
Pennsylvania?
people don't buy manual vehicles because it is cheap(er), they do because they enjoy driving.
Completely agree
Manual gearbox tend to live longer
You’ve never said once the car looses power what you do? Does shutting it off reset?
I should probably do a video about this. From what others have told me, shutting it off, removing the key and then reinserting, restarting should work. I never actually tested it myself.
Are there any big changes on this with regard to engine and transmission compared to the 2020 you had? The talk of that $2000 slave cylinder fix when it goes out makes me think the Renault guys designed that and not the Nissan guys! You’re right though in that earlier review - it’s and older car in a new skin. Why are people complaining about gear whine in a manual when that’s part of the driving experience with them?
Same engine and transmission since the 2020 model year. I've not heard about slave cylinder issues.
To make an analogy: years ago my dad had a late 60's buick as his everyday beater car and he had a newer early 80s Cadillac as his weekend car. The buick had dents and rust and whatnot, the Caddy was gorgeous. But the Caddy gave him a million problems while the Buick was just a simple reliable car. And to top it off, one day it dawns on him that the Buick actually drives better, has more power/responsiveness, better ride quality, and is just more pleasurable to drive. So he ditched the Cadillac.
Not saying the 2023 manual Versa is an objectively better car than any number of pricier cars, but subjectively, I like it a lot more than many other new cars. It's a hell of a lot more fun to drive than some big wonky SUV, it has a heck of a nicer ride than some short wheelbase economy car would have, it doesnt have the vagueness of a CVT nor the "searching for gears" of one of those new 8 speed transmissions... i could go on. But there's not too many new (or new-ish) cars I've driven that dont have (or lack) something that makes me think "I'd rather be driving the Versa..."
I also showed my Versa to my mechanic friend btw, and he loved it, particularly the lack of failure points compared to most new cars.
I can think of some cars I'd rather have, but for the most part, they dont make them anymore. This one just feels "right".
Thanks for sharing! And yes I agree, it just feels right!
Can’t decide what color I like. Blue is nice but it’s flashy
I had a blue one and it never attracted any attention.
I like the blue and the white but grey is also good.
@@bwho There aren't really any bad colors on this car
@@youtoobe169 I can't think of a bad one.
Any updates on the power loss issue?
Unfortunately no. People still keep filing complaints so it's just a matter of time before it gets addressed.
Actually someone just posted that NHTSA has opened an investigation
@@youtoobe169oh thats good hopefully there is a recall or something because I really do like this car. Seems like the perfect car for a person like me who does not really like any of the new technological advances in society, things like huge screens in cars, digital gauge clusters, automatic transmissions, LED turn signals, head lights, and brake lights, etc. This list goes on and on but for 16 grand this car literally has everything I would want in a car, other than the fact that it is kind of ugly, and very slow.
@@skunkop "very slow"? I got 9.25 0-60 time and I think that is super fast for what it is. :)
@@youtoobe169You are absolutely right, I suppose for 16-18 grand new that is very nice, right about about close to as a honda fit ge8, a car that I very much appreciate for its ability to drive on the touge (mountain pass) and other amateur racing events and whatnot.
why are you driving in 3500 rpm when it's telling you to upshift?
Because I like to
I can deal with no CarPlay, but No folding rear seats? Really Nissan? Why bother to offer this trim at all? Ridiculous.
I get this comment a lot. I've never used rear folding seats in my life. Why is that so important to people? It's a sedan.
@@youtoobe169 as an only vehicle is a deal breaker because I do the ocasional Home Depot trip to get some lumber for projects around the house, nothing crazy, but having folding rear seats helps with this task. I always owned compact cars and they have been fine for the ocasional 4’ and longer loads, no folding seats is deal breaker. Funny how ppl gives Nissan kudos for the price, but this ain’t that cheap any more either, with destination you are looking at almost 18k, and no folding seats? Come on now.
@@youtoobe169 as an only car it matters personally because I do get lumber and other things at Home Depot longer than 4’ for the ocasional home project. This ain’t that cheap any more, with destination it’s almost 18k, no car play, no arm rest, ok I can let those slide, but no folding seats? Sorry Nissan, I do not get your logic here with the “affordable” narrative. Moat ppl that buy this are to be only method of transportation, make it practical. Add to that the horrible design on the slave cylinder, once it goes out, you have to remove the transmission to replace, seriously? Come on now .
@@dareeltoro6681 Thanks for the insight. What's the issue with the slave cylinder? This is the first I've heard of that.
@@youtoobe169 the location, transmission needs to move to access it