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2023 Nissan Versa® Competitive Comparison
Versa vs Rio
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AHEAD IN COMFORT
If what you're looking for a spacious sedan, the Versa has Best-in-Class Front Legroom. Feel less crammed with 44.5" of legroom. [[3746]] -
SAFETY COMES STANDARD
The Versa is equipped with the Most Standard Safety Technology in its class. [[3747]] -
BEST SELLING VEHICLE
The Versa is America's Best Selling Vehicle in its class. Check out below to see why. [[3756]]
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Driver Assistance Technologies
Nissan Versa vs Kia Rio
Safety features to feel confident in
The 2023 Nissan Versa has Class-Exclusive Safety Shield 360 Technologies. From warnings to intervention, the Nissan Versa can help you stay aware on the road. The 2023 Nissan Versa beats out the competition with its safety features. The Rio can't say the same. [[3748]]
| 2023 NISSAN VERSA |
2023 KIA RIO |
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|---|---|---|
| Rear Automatic Braking [[3749]] | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert [[3750]] | Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning [[3753]] | Available | Not Available |
Standard Class-Exclusive Rear Automatic Braking [[3749]][[1245]]
Helping you watch your back
The 2023 Nissan Versa comes equipped with standard Rear Automatic Braking that can help brake for you if it senses you've come too close to a large stationary object. It's something you just won't find as a standard feature on any of its in-segment competitors. [[3749]][[1245]]
Standard Class-Exclusive Rear Automatic
Braking [[3749]][[1245]]
2023 Nissan Versa
Standard
2023 Kia Rio Not available
Available Class-Exclusive Rear Cross Traffic Alert [[3750]][[93]]
Helping you watch your back – the sequel
The 2023 Nissan Versa and its available Rear Cross Traffic Alert can help to detect and warn you about approaching vehicles from either side. So back out of that parking spot with confidence and ease. [[3750]][[93]]
Available Class-Exclusive Rear Cross Traffic
Alert [[3750]][[93]]
2023 Nissan Versa
Available
2023 Kia Rio Not available
Class-Exclusive Intelligent Cruise Control [[3751]][[71]]
Easing the commute, and long road trips
The available Intelligent Cruise Control on the 2023 Nissan Versa not only maintains a set speed but can also help to maintain an adjustable set distance between you and the car in front of you, and slow down and speed up with traffic. That's a feature these competitors don't offer. [[3751]][[71]]
Class-Exclusive Intelligent Cruise Control [[3751]][[71]]
2023 Nissan Versa
Available
2023 Kia Rio Not available
Interior
Best-in-Class Front Legroom [[3746]]
Out spacing its rivals
At 44.5 inches, the Front Row Legroom of the 2023 Nissan Versa is nearly three inches more than the previous Versa model year and is Best-In-Class when compared against its in-segment competitors. [[3746]]
Best-in-Class Front Legroom [[3746]]
2023 Nissan Versa
44.5"
2023 Kia Rio 42.1"
Best-in-Class Front Headroom [[3752]]
More room at the top
Enjoy roomy Front Row Headroom in the 2023 Nissan Versa. Versa's headroom is Best-In-Class when compared against its in-segment competitors. Measuring in at 39.5", enjoy more room at the top for your drive. [[3752]]
Best-in-Class Front Headroom [[3752]]
2023 Nissan Versa
39.5"
2023 Kia Rio 38.9"
Versa awards and accolades
The Nissan Versa loves competition, and it drives us to great achievements. Here is some of our latest recognition.
Consumer Guide® Automotive
2023 Versa - Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Award, 4 years in a row [[2371]]
Next Steps
Build Your Versa
Starting MSRP $15,980 [[148]]
As Shown $20,365 [[3738]]
32/40 City/Hwy MPG [[1589]]
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