Ford Fiesta vs Nissan Versa Note
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Nissan Versa Note
Overview
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S | S |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14,260 (best) | $15,650 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 27 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG | 39 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gal (best) | 10.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 120 hp (best) | 109 hp |
| Torque | 112 lb-ft (best) | 107 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 12.8 cu ft | 38.3 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 860 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,578 lbs | 2,474 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98 in | 102.4 in (best) |
| Length | 173.5 in (best) | 163 in |
| Width | 67.8 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 60.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford FiestaS | Nissan Versa NoteS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Fiesta | Nissan Versa Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S $14,260 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $15,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S Fleet $14,560 MSRP | SV $16,550 MSRP |
| 3 | SE $15,490 MSRP | SR $18,360 MSRP |
| 4 | SE $15,790 MSRP | — |
| 5 | ST Line $17,625 MSRP | — |
| 6 | ST $21,340 MSRP | — |