2022 Nissan Versa S - Manual 5 Speed (Features & Specs)

[@djstatyk1540]

I just got a 2013 Nissan Versa, 80k miles, 5 speed for $2,500. Yes, 2,500. The thing is a BEAST

[@pjkr123]

A Nissan fan/enthusiast here, love your videos, Nissan will never die despite the leadership turmoil.

[@rcDoom]

The best thing about this car is no range anxiety, save the manuals.

[@stemikger]

what's range anxiety mean?

[@Ry_TSG]

Because everybody drives 200 miles to work and back each day

[@LowestDifficulty]

@@stemikger its the feeling of running out of battery in an electric car and being stranded

[@wing_teletran1]

Your review is making me like this car more and more, especially since I have never driven a manual transmission car before. Thank you, sir!

[@randywatson1982]

I’ll be getting mine here in the next couple weeks. Your video is more informative for the manual Versa than any other video on KZbin from the ones that I have seen. Thanks!!

[@dbaKen]

Thank you! Enjoy the car , it’s a fun and reliable car to have. Thanks for watching!

[@stemikger]

Thanks for the video. I'm getting mine in November. Looks like a no nonsense car that is not a chore to drive. I'm still driving my 2009 Versa, still drives, but time to get another one. Love the Versa!

[@dbaKen]

Can't go wrong with it. Nice and simple and very reliable! Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@Duckywucky92]

Hello, so your 09 versa treated you well? I have always driven Toyota but they dropped the Yaris so I’m looking at this new versa

[@stemikger]

@@Duckywucky92 yeah, I'm still waiting on my Versa, the 09 was the best car I ever owned.

[@nyl3583]

Great video, really informative

[@shotgunbunny]

I laughed a good bit when you said risk it for the biscuit. Thanks man! I'm most likely getting the same car!

[@dbaKen]

Thanks for watching! Hey these are great cars and the manuals are pretty fun to drive around!

[@pavelow235]

Good review, glad to see the reverse automatic braking works. Should be standard in new cars, tired of reading stories of parents running over their toddlers that walk behind the vehicle.

[@painterboy454]

This was a great review! You come across so genuine and real which is important because people can relate. Blessings from Canada and thanks for sharing!

[@dbaKen]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@codeyschoffstall1645]

And the shirt matches the video! It definitely looks like the side bolstering keeps you tucked in.

[@dbaKen]

Thumbs up!

[@RenWater]

The interior looks way better than the previous generation

[@dbaKen]

100%

[@matthoward1174]

I'd love a 5 speed hatchback in the S trim.

[@furuta9998]

i currently own a 2007 pontiac g6 and its great and i have no plans on getting rid of it but if i had to get a new car i would really want a manual compact car smaller than what i currently have and this is what i would choose!

[@classic287]

That’s a nice car.👍 I like the color too.

[@NCC2087]

Thanks for the info. Got a new “Super Black” on order.

[@dbaKen]

Hope you like it!

[@NCC2087]

@@dbaKen - Thank you!

[@the_truck_farmer]

Are they charging you above msrp?

[@zxtenn]

I have been looking at one for a 2nd vehicle, that's a good basic and proven engine, NO timing belt either it has chains, i see one in my area for 18 grand plus taxes, etc. Great little car to get someone from A-B and easy to park due to its size.

[@zurielvalladares5947]

You have keyless entry? The 2024 S model have just the key that you have to stick in the door to unlock it. Or did you added that?

[@billbrown288]

Great informational review.Really apriecate it.

[@oliverrojas3185]

Good review noting all of the Nissan Versa's standard features.

[@gif24gt60]

Love the shades and the birds The versa is one of a few small cars that still come in Manuel. I think they even killed the mirage Manuel. Ugh.

[@tacomas9602]

Bruh I’m a diehard Tacoma fan but this looks like a great car. I’d like to see how cheap the parts are versus my Tacos! Great review. A car I may own someday!

[@dbaKen]

Enjoy that Taco! Thanks for watching.

[@adothoncho1790]

I’m thinking about getting this for my first car

[@jliveguy5164]

Nice video. Thanks. Did yours come with remote keyless entry?

[@dbaKen]

Yes. The Key is built in the fob

[@victorferguson5713]

Did you get one fob switchblade key and one non fob key? For 2023 they give you no fobs at all.

[@obiwan8736]

Nice coverage. Just curious, what's the part number of your key fob.

[@leogeee1]

Good review. I have a 2015 Note CVT. I like it but prefer manual. Does yours have an armrest?

[@dbaKen]

Thanks! No armrest

[@dylanjk5946]

why did the 2020 get push to start but the 2024 doesnt even get keyless entry

[@COU51N.Kyle.]

Looks like fun commuter.

[@lindadroege5564]

When I back up in the garage it automatically stops and shakes the steering wheel.

[@TCAPRecipes]

Probably my next car

[@electric-lemonade]

This was awesome, am deciding between a Kia forte, Mitsubishi mirage (hatchback) or Nissan versa - all manual. Which one would you recommend ?

[@dbaKen]

I’m not much of a KIA or Mitsubishi fan, however I don’t know much about the new ones , so I’d recommend the Nissan. I feel like Nissan has proved these are reliable. I’ve had many many Nissans and all of them have been tremendous, just don’t get a Nissan with a CVT. I feel you would have a better experience with the Nissan but all in all that’s just my opinion. I thoroughly enjoyed my Nissan Versa experience.

[@electric-lemonade]

Thank you so much for reply. Am leaning towards the Nissan as well !

[@jamieheim8009]

@@dbaKen my friend just bought a '23 Kia Forte GT-Line and he loves it. Mind you it was 25k and not a manual.

[@1998lemuel]

Is this available in the US? Kinda pissed they stopped offering manual on the Sentra...

[@dbaKen]

Yes it’s available in the US. And I agree a Sentra manual sounds even more fun. They should bring it back

[@Alba69696969]

I'm from México and there have the sentra on S and SV trims with manual transmission, I don't know why they don't want sell this on USA, maybe the people don't like the manual o they don't sell to many on manual transmission, you can go at dealer ship and asking, I get my versa hatchback on manual transmission 4 years ago...

[@Duckywucky92]

Does the kid in the video sound like an American? 😂 what side is the steering wheel on?

[@Awesome.Reels707]

For $15,000 MSRP is not bad for a brand-new car even though I'm a little iffy on Nissan especially their CVTs but since it's a manual that's a really really good deal for a new car. When I first saw the 2022 I was thinking about trading in my Kia for one of these five speed manual versas

[@dbaKen]

After fees and taxes and market adjustment it’s probably closer to 20k in todays market but that will level out eventually.

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@dbaKen the key word right there --> eventually. SOL for those needing one right now :(

[@fortheloveofnoise]

The 2023 looks much better.

[@3ofus135]

Nice car/color. Btw, what model of adidas are you wearing? lol. I like those.

[@dbaKen]

Thanks! Shoes - Adidas Men's Gray Stretch Mesh Upper Lite Race BYD

[@Calizen]

Although I’m not getting the s Im getting the sr, this was still a good review!

[@dbaKen]

Thank you for watching!

[@bernhardwagner9879]

We own a 2020 Versa SV. We have leased and owned a mess of Nissan cars. This cheapie makes us very happy. We call it our mini Max.

[@LowestDifficulty]

Good car for the money

[@openscholar9908]

I need this car like I need a whole in my head but I sure do want it. There is one for sale near me. The last of the 5 speeds.

[@Robert-x2u9e]

How tall are you? I’m 6”1’ is it doable?

[@dbaKen]

Around 6 feet. I think you'll be fine!

[@VocalVirgo]

Did it come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

[@nelsdale1137]

No, S trim (base) with manual transmission doesn’t come with apple CarPlay or android auto. And no it can’t be upgraded with software, I checked :(

[@lindadroege5564]

Great job on the video!

[@robertyoung8289]

Very helpful video. Thanks

[@dbaKen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@drsysop]

Does the radio have Android Auto & Apple CarPlay? When you make a call to a non saved number in phone will it display a number pad on the screen so you can manually dial a number?

[@dbaKen]

Does not have Car Play or Android Auto.

[@drsysop]

@@dbaKen Says it has Nissan Connect that should be compatible hmmm ok thanks!

[@nelsdale1137]

@@drsysoponly on SV and SR trims, not on the S trim (base)

[@youtoobe169]

I've had 3 Versa S manuals in this body style and trying to get my dealership to get me a '23 when they come out. I tried to get a '22 but dealer never could get one. These are hard to get. Fun fact: The '20 and '21 had keyless start on the S but they got rid of it for '22.

[@henryjoshual1848]

I've been sending inquires to local dealers about the Versa S; they don't even bother to respond anymore. They'll sell 4 Kicks to every Versa, and at a greater profit, so they don't order Versas.

[@edgaryzen4925]

Wow for real?? Keyless start is soo convenient!!!!

[@nelsdale1137]

@@edgaryzen4925 yeah I just got a used 2020 after not being able to find a 2023

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@nelsdale1137 dang :(

[@irongoose3865]

Do the rear seats fold down?

[@dbaKen]

Yes

[@nelsdale1137]

Not on on the 20-22 S trim , only SV and SR.

[@ramoncarter6585]

Very affordable with good looking style.

[@dbaKen]

Agreed!

[@MotorheadRedo]

Can you fold down the rear seats in the Versa S?

[@fleemos]

From all I've read you can't. That's what has me on the fence when I go car shopping in a few months.

[@PatrickWatsonstl]

@@fleemos Just came from the dealer looking at 2023 and the back seats fold down on it now.

[@fleemos]

@@PatrickWatsonstl Thanks for this update. This great news. A little bit of life happened and I wouldn't be able to buy this year again. I was worried it might lose the manual but now I've read it still has the manual and now with fold down seats. I'm feeling a bit lucky. 🙃

[@nelsdale1137]

@@PatrickWatsonstlso the seats fold down compared to my 2020, gosh that’s annoying!! But then again the 2023 Manual trans doesn’t have a key fob anymore. Which is worse!?

[@LyleBialk]

The seats do NOT fold down on the base model S trim with manual transmission. At least, as of 2024 model.

[@probablyyes8339]

The s version doesn’t come with apple car play isn’t?

[@dbaKen]

I don't believe that it does according to the spec list on Nissan's Website. www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/cars/versa-sedan/specs/compare-specs.html#modelName=S|5-speed%20manual%20transmission

[@edgaryzen4925]

Nope it does not. That was a deal breaker for me. Heck the Mirage G4 with 5 speed manual transmission HAS IT.

[@dbaKen]

@@edgaryzen4925 I didn’t know that was a big deal to people! Not saying that in a bad way , I just use Bluetooth.

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@dbaKen I know. I was just sharing my car buying experience alone and I learned that other competitors do offer AA/AC as standard so I was a lil surprised Nissan didn't make it standardize. So overall you're right. Props to you. The Versa is not a bad car at all. No longer a cheap penalty box like it used to known for.

[@dbaKen]

@@edgaryzen4925 I get you , thanks for sharing! I like to hear of peoples experience and opinions.

[@richardmortell9084]

Does anyone know if that car is port injection or direct?

[@dbaKen]

Port

[@Direct.injection212]

Multi point direct injection. 1 injector before and 1 after the intake valve. 2 injectors per cylinder.

[@nelsdale1137]

@@Direct.injection212I believe it’s port injection only not direct into cylinder.

[@_ludba]

Great review - thanks!

[@dbaKen]

Thanks for watching!

[@the_truck_farmer]

That back up braking would make parallel parking tough...

[@dbaKen]

You gotta be pretty close for it to engage. I think it would be just fine , never had to parallel park with it though.

[@antor.j.medrano]

😀😀😀😀I'm literally smiling bcuz that's going to be my next car once this crazy inflation is done, I still regret buying my versa with the CVT but either if it goes into slippage, I'm trashing the CVT.

[@barnes80]

Is the CVT that bad? I thought they improved these things.

[@henryjoshual1848]

the CVT issues are overblown.

[@antor.j.medrano]

@@barnes80 yes & no some are give & take! Either way it goes, if your going purchase any car especially Nissan sped w CVT strongly consider an extended powertrain warranty. 5yrs/100K mi. Bcuz it raises hell you will be wishing that you had 1.

[@antor.j.medrano]

@@henryjoshual1848 yes true, strongly consider the extended warranty if buying CVT.

[@HistoricalWeapons]

Why not just Toyota Corolla

[@hmendoza79]

What MPGs are you averaging?

[@dbaKen]

Low to mid 30s before I sold the car!

[@hmendoza79]

@@dbaKen how come you sold it? if you don’t mind me asking

[@dbaKen]

Well i bought it to practice driving manual and to make some videos on it since I’d have it. The whole plan was to practice with that car so I can get a mustang. And since I have bought the mustang and it’s a breeze to drive. I didn’t lose much on the car too so it worked out.

[@hmendoza79]

@@dbaKen congratulations I hope you enjoy your Mustang.

[@dbaKen]

Thank you, Yeah I’ll be making some videos on it. Going to be an interesting project!

[@oliverrojas3185]

Thanks!

[@craig2149]

nice video

[@bsinga3155]

I get 37-40 MPG commuting back roads in my '22 S manual.

[@dbaKen]

Sweet!

[@FullSugarBrah]

How tall are you?

[@dbaKen]

Almost 6 feet

[@kathmandun8749]

Cool video bro

[@dbaKen]

Thank you!

[@Mike-xi4zt]

I would say it's the best review video I have seen on any car on the internet. All the other anal retentive idiots spend 20 minutes talking about whether they like the plastic on the car or not. One question can you screen share your phone with the screen in the car like for Google Maps

[@dbaKen]

Thank you! I do not believe so.

[@disway71]

nice video, well explained, but why the pants looked wet ...

[@dbaKen]

thanks! And idk, they don't look wet to me though.

[@mariaestherrivas4988]

He cute😍

[@djstatyk1540]

I call my Versa a "Smalltima"

[@bryanuchiha6166]

It’s a nice car but not for anything above 15k after Fees, taxes, and registration.

[@martindebrois1472]

I think these are effective economy cars - But it's SO *STUPID* this is the trim that doesn't come with 🍏 carplay. ... If a Versa has a stick-shift, that's the one you WANT CARPLAY IN - Because you can't be diddling with your phone (looking at a map); you have to shift.

[@michaelvalone907]

You know this car is really a fiat. Do you have a transmission dip stick?

[@dbaKen]

How is it a fiat if you don’t mind me asking?

[@michaelvalone907]

@@dbaKen fiat owns a piece of nissan, as well as Renault, and Mitsubishi

[@dbaKen]

Yeah , doesn’t particularly mean it’s Fiat parts. But I get what you’re saying.

[@igotanimac1]

Did you know this car is actually not a fiat at all? And since when is FIAT part of the Nissan/Renault/Mutsubishi alliance? Is this something new I don't know about, source?

[@dominiquejones6808]

He look bigger then the car😒

[@ouukun]

Hill assist is terrible for manual my dude. It's only good if you don't know how to drive a manual, once you do learn to drive on a hill, it just serves to stall you.

[@dbaKen]

That’s what I said. It’s great for new MT drivers. I have a manual mustang and a manual truck , I don’t care either way if one has it or not personally

[@khondkerjamil39]

I am driving manual since 1986, hill assist does not stall me out. Anyway, good video, I am considering to buy Nissan Versa manual.

[@ouukun]

Update, I recently got a 22 corolla with a manual, and it didn't have bad stall on hills like I had with my 11 Jetta. Maybe the tech has improved or maybe it was a Jetta thing. Guess I was only speaking from a single data point perspective.

[@nelsdale1137]

⁠@@dbaKenthat’s exactly why he said it’s good for NEW drivers in the video.