2012 yaris le 5 door vs. 2012 nissan versa s 5-door - north hollywood toyota, los angeles new used certified dealer

Top Yaris LE 5-door Advantages Over Versa S 5-door

(ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST) are now all standard on the new Yaris. And that means Yaris is fully competitive with traction and stability technology.

� AUDIO AND cOmfOrT ADVANTAGES Yaris LE has the modern features a customer expects from an all-new 2012 model. And then Toyota goes one step further.

� major audio advantages The Yaris LE audio system has the features and functions you would expect from a more expensive car.

� Bluetooth® technology Not just hands-free phone capability, but phonebook access, streaming music and iPod® interface2.

� Driver’s seat adjustment A height-adjustable driver’s seat can make the difference between comfort and leg cramps. Yaris LE has this feature. Versa S doesn’t.

� VALUE AND PErfOrmANcE Value means different things to different people, so Toyota covers a range of customer needs and desires with Yaris.

� Toyota care®3 Nissan doesn’t offer a maintenance program like Toyota Care, so the first two years of Versa service come out of the owner’s pocket.

� fuel economy Yaris has much better fuel economy ratings than Versa, and at today’s fuel prices, every mpg counts.

� New SE model More than just an appearance package, Yaris SE has real performance-enhancing features. Nissan doesn’t offer a true sport version of Versa.

� OUTSTANDING mANEUVErABILITY One of the best features of a subcompact is maneuver-ability, and Yaris wins this category hands down when compared with Versa.

� Shorter overall length Parallel parking will be notably easier in the Yaris because it’s more than 15 inches shorter bumper to bumper. That’s well over a foot!

� much tighter turning circle Wiggling in and out of tight spaces will be simple in the Yaris because its turning circle is more than three feet smaller.

� Light on its feet Yaris weighs an astonishing 407 pounds less than Versa, so the Nissan may not feel very responsive.

� NEw SAfETY TEchNOLOGY Toyota went over and above the expected safety features with Yaris.

� Driver’s knee airbag This is a reassuring supplemental safety feature you won’t find on the Nissan Versa.

� Driver and front-passenger seat-cushion airbags1 A unique new addition that is designed to help keep the driver and front passenger safe in their seats. These airbags aren’t offered on Versa.

� Star™ Safety System Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System

Although Nissan has introduced a new Versa 4-door sedan for 2012, they have made only detail changes to the far more popular 5-door hatchback models. The sedan will make a splash with its new styling, improved fuel economy and low starting price of $10,990, which excludes destination, but includes air conditioning, an audio system and comprehensive safety features. And yet the 5-door model soldiers on with its less efficient engine and dated design. Unlike last year’s model, the 2012 5-door now comes standard with traction control and vehicle stability control, but otherwise it is relatively unchanged.

Because the 5-door hatchback is a carryover, it remains a large, heavy and comparatively inefficient vehicle. Versa 5-door’s features are lagging behind the competition’s, and its NHTSA safety ratings are unimpressive. All of which make the new 2012 Yaris more appealing.

This Edge compares these two vehicles, highlighting Yaris’ many strong points, but be sure to watch the Yaris vs. Versa Edge Live video for even more useful information.

Look inside for detailed info about this summary, important safety information and disclaimers.

2012 Yaris LE 5-door vs. 2012 Nissan Versa S 5-door

february 2012

2012 Yaris LE 5-door

Updated 2/22/12

Top Yaris LE 5-door Advantages Over Versa S 5-doorOver Versa S 5-door

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2012 Nissan Versa S 5-door

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The Versa 5-door hatchback is offered in two grades: S and SL, both powered by a 1.8-liter inline four-cylinder engine. The S is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic. The SL is only offered with a continuously variable automatic. Both models boast big back seats and low prices, but popular options like keyless entry, power door locks and upgraded audio push the price of the S model up. Both vehicles can be equipped with a new navigation system.

Versa S 5-door

Engine

1.8-liter 16-valve DOHC I4

Transmission

4-speed automatic

6-speed manual

Driveline

Front-wheel drive

Standard features

Anti-lock brakes

Electronic Brake-force Distribution

Brake Assist

Vehicle Stability Control

Traction Control

Driver/passenger airbags

Front side airbags

Side head curtain airbags

AM/FM/CD audio system with 4 speakers

Auxiliary audio input jack

Rear 60/40 split-folding bench seat

Manual air conditioning

Power windows

Power door locks

Tire pressure monitor

Remote fuel door release

Power remote liftgate release

Tilt steering column

Variable intermittent windshield wipers

Rear window intermittent wiper/washer

Halogen headlights

15-inch steel wheels

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Yaris LE 5-door

Nissan Versa at a Glance

Versa SL 5-door

Transmission

Continuously variable automatic

The 1.8 SL differs from the 1.8 S by adding:

AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers

Bluetooth hands-free phone system

Steering wheel-mounted audio controls

iPod® interface

Cruise control

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Keyless entry and start system

Front map lights

6-way adjustable driver’s seat

Rear fold-down center armrest

Front covered console storage

Overhead console storage

Front dual vanity mirrors

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Rear spoiler

Side skirts

Fog lights

Anti-theft alarm

16-inch alloy wheels

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Yaris SE

2012 Nissan Versa S 5-door

The Versa 5-door hatchback is offered in two grades: S and SL, both powered by a 1.8-liter inline four-cylinder engine. The S is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic. The SL is only offered with a continuously variable automatic. Both models boast big back seats and low prices, but popular options like keyless entry, power door locks and upgraded audio push the price of the S model up. Both vehicles can be

Versa SL 5-door

2012 Nissan Versa S 5-door

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Shorter overall length

City streets, tight garages and the coveted parallel parking place—in any urban environment, a car with compact dimensions is a real luxury. And when it comes to the key measure of bumper-to-bumper length, Versa is an eye opening 15.6 inches longer than Yaris.

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Yaris LE 5-door Advantages A Closer Look

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Yaris LE 5-door Versa 5-door

Overall length (in.) 153.5 169.1

Much tighter turning circle

Maneuvering in tight spaces often comes down to a matter of inches, but Yaris gives the driver an advantage of over three feet. Yaris can execute an amazingly tight U-turn and thread its way through city streets.

Yaris LE 5-door Versa 5-door

Turning circle (ft.) 30.8 34.2

Light on its feet

Less weight means the engine, transmission, tires, brakes and suspension don’t have to work as hard. Plus, Versa’s extra power is more than cancelled by a 407-pound penalty in curb weight.

More airbag technology 1

At first glance, Versa has an impressive array of airbags, but Yaris goes several steps further and adds a driver’s knee airbag and new front seat cushion airbags.

Yaris LE 5-door

Versa 5-door

Total airbag count 9 6

Driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag system

Standard Standard

Driver and front- passenger seat-mounted s ide air bags

Standard Standard

Front and rear side curtain airbags

Standard Standard

Driver’s knee airbag Standard Not available

Driver and front- passenger seat- cushion airbags

Standard Not available

full suite of traction aids

With its comprehensive Star™ Safety System, Yaris is fully competitive with any vehicle in the class. Whether it’s driving on slippery pavement or making an emergency maneuver on the freeway, modern technology helps the driver remain in control.

Yaris Versa 5-door

Anti-Lock Brakes Standard Standard

Vehicle Stability Control5 Standard Standard

Traction Control Standard Standard

Electronic Brake-Force Distribution

Standard Standard

Brake Assist6 Standard Standard

Smart Stop Technology7 Standard Not listed

Yaris LE 5-door Versa 5-door

Curb weight (lbs.)

2315 2722

Horsepower @ rpm

106@6000 122@5200

Power-to-weight ratio (lbs. per hp.)

21.8:1 22.3:1

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Yaris LE 5-door AdvantagesA Closer Look

Major audio advantages

Yaris LE audio has the features and functions you would expect from an expensive car. For example, Nissan requires that you buy a costly upgrade package to get the same level of audio technology in Versa.

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bluetooth® technology

Yaris LE doesn’t just have a well-equipped audio system, it also offers comprehensive telematics features—plus streaming music from the Bluetooth® technology. Nissan makes you buy an expensive upgrade package to reach this level of features.

Yaris LE Versa S 5-door

Standard speakers 6 4

Steering wheel-mounted audio controls

Standard Available

MP3 sound enhancement

Standard Not available

HD radio Standard Not available

USB port Standard Available

Auto sound leveling Standard Available

Yaris LE Versa S 5-door

Hands-free phone via Bluetooth® technology

Standard Available

Wireless phone- book access

Standard Available

Remote phone activation

Standard Available

Wireless music streaming

Standard Available

iPod® interface2 Standard Available

Driver’s seat adjustment

Something as simple as a height-adjustable driver’s seat can help make a customer’s decision. In Yaris LE, drivers of most any height will find a comfortable driving position. In Versa S the low seat could be a drawback, and height adjustment is only on the costly SL.

Yaris LE Versa S 5-door

Height-adjustable driver’s seat Standard Not available

Yaris

Versa

Yaris Versa

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Yaris LE 5-door AdvantagesA Closer Look

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fuel economy

Because Versa is an older, heavier vehicle, it can’t beat Yaris on estimated fuel economy ratings. In fact, Yaris could save money over the long haul with its surprising fuel economy advantage.

Toyota Care®3

Lower cost of ownership is one of the benefits of an entry subcompact, and Toyota makes a good financial argument by including complimentary factory-recommended maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Yaris LE Versa S 5-door

Scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles

Standard Not available

Two years, unlimited milage, 24-hour roadside assistance

Standard Not available

Yaris Versa S 5-door

EPA est. fuel economy, city/highway (mpg) with manual transmission8

30/38 26/31

EPA est. fuel economy, city/highway (mpg) with automatic transmission8

30/35 24/32

New Se model

More than just an appearance package, Yaris SE has real performance-enhancing features. The suspension, steering and brakes are all unique to the SE. Versa SL has some performance features, but it doesn’t match the inventory on Yaris.

Yaris SE Versa SL 5-door

Sport suspension Standard Not available

Sport-tuned steering Standard Not available

4-wheel disc brakes Standard Not available

Under-body spoilers Standard Standard

Sport grille Standard Not available

16-inch alloy wheels Standard Standard

Yaris SE

1. All the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions; Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. See your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings. 2. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. All rights reserved. 3. Covers normal factory scheduled service. Plan is 2 years or 25K miles, whichever comes first. The new Toyota vehicle cannot be part of a rental or commercial fleet, or a livery or taxi vehicle. See plan for complete coverage details. See participating Toyota dealer for details. Roadside assistance is for 2 years unlimited mileage and does not include parts and fluids. 4. MSRP includes delivery, processing and handling fee. Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. Actual dealer price may vary. 5. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 6. Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance and tire and road conditions. 7. Smart Stop Technology operates only in the event of certain simultaneous brake and gas pedal applications. When engaged, the system will reduce engine power to help the brakes bring the vehicle to a stop. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver input can all impact stopping distance. Smart Stop Technology is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving and does not guarantee instant stopping. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 8. 2011 EPA-estimated mpg. Actual mileage will vary.

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