Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Honda Civic | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,455 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,514 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,066 kg | 1,192 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 41 L | 50 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,222 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 950 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,318 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,173 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 879 mm | 61 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 419 L | 340 L | 79 L |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |