The Nissan Versa sedan, priced at $17,820 for the 2024 model year, is currently the least expensive new car from Nissan. It’s also the most budget-friendly option in the U.S., just $20 cheaper than the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage compact; however, the Mirage won’t be available for 2025. This solidifies the Versa’s position as the likely contender for the title of “cheapest new car in America.” Despite this, the price for the updated 2025 model is on the rise, starting at $18,330 for the base Versa S—an increase of $510 compared to its predecessor. Let’s take a look at what you get for that price.

So, why has Nissan raised prices? The competition isn’t exactly tough, especially with the Mirage’s discontinuation. Instead, the increase in the starting price for the 2025 Nissan Versa appears to result from several new standard features, including LED headlights on the lower two trims, which were not included in the 2024 model. Additionally, buyers will receive three “prepaid” oil changes that cover 24,000 miles or two years as part of the deal. Other trims also see price hikes ranging from $500 to $600, but no major changes to features beyond the new oil change offer are noted.

Pricing for 2025 Nissan Versa Trims

All Versa models are equipped with a 1.6-liter engine producing 122 horsepower and achieving an efficiency rating of 32 mpg in the city, 40 mpg on the highway, and 35 mpg combined with the CVT. Every Versa also includes a standard 7-inch (or 8-inch on SR) touchscreen and safety features like Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking, and High Beam Assist. The SV and SR trims add driver alertness monitoring, while the SR trim includes Intelligent Cruise Control.