Nissan Versa vs Toyota Corolla
The Nissan Versa and the Toyota Corolla are rated the same on fuel economy: 35 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Versa | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 160 | 106 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 0 | 24 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 1,000 miles | 22,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 35 MPG | 35 MPG |
| City and highway | 32 and 40 | 32 and 41 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 160 complaints for the Nissan Versa and 106 for the Toyota Corolla. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Nissan Versa, 5 stars for the Toyota Corolla.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Nissan Versa, 2 for the Toyota Corolla.