Model History

The Nissan Tiida is a compact car, manufactured by Japanese automaker Nissan, replacing the Pulsar and the Sunny, and marketed also as the Nissan Versa, prominently in the United States and Canada.

The Nissan Versa was introduced in the U.S. in June 2006 as an all-new model to the North American market. The Versa / Tiida B-platform is sold in North America, Japan, Europe, and other Overseas Markets, with the largest market in North America (USA).The Versa entered Nissan's automotive lineup in 2007 as its entry-level vehicle. Although it initially appeared only in a hatchback body style, Nissan introduced a Versa sedan by the end of the 2007 model year.

Based on Nissan's Tiida (pronounced tee-dah) compact car, which first appeared in Japan in 2004, the Versa displays European influences in its exterior design, due in part to Nissan's alliance with the French automaker Renault, which co-developed the vehicle. Initially Nissan intended the Versa to compete against such compact cars as the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla, but both automakers have since introduced direct Versa-competing subcompacts, in the form of the Fit and the Yaris, respectively.

In designing the Versa, Nissan's goal was to maximize interior space in an affordable, entry-level vehicle with good aerodynamics and fuel economy. Nissan achieved its goal in part by giving the Versa a tall profile, with a high roofline along the cabin. As a result, the Versa offers more interior volume than any other vehicle in its class. In fact, the Versa's interior space approaches that of some full-size sedans, including the Maxima, and seats up to five passengers comfortably.The development emphasized comfort and usability in a compact package, with styling cues from a Murano inspired front and 350Z inspired rear. The engine in the Versa is the MR18 and has ‘Best in Class’ standard horsepower/torque rating at 122HP / 127 lb-ft torque. Combined with a spacious 17.8 cubic foot cabin and excedptional rear leg room, the Versa utilizes every inch of its dimensions to the fullest potential. The 2007 Nissan Versa wins Consumers Digest’s “Best Buy Award”.

2007 Nissan Versa