Versatile, compact, and efficient, the Nissan Note Versa 2014 is a practical hatchback. It’s built for everyday use. Its design is smart and modern. Look at the Honda Fit, and you’ll see why Nissan took inspiration. The 2014 Versa Note has a look similar to the second-generation Fit but with a Nissan grille. That’s not a problem. The Fit is a good-looking car, and there’s only so much you can change in this body style.
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 could have used a more distinctive look. The Ford Fiesta and Chevy Sonic managed unique designs, so why not the Versa Note? Nissan is known for bold styling, like the Juke and Murano CrossCabriolet. Its design team could have taken more chances.
Putting Honda comparisons aside, the Versa Note hatchback is more practical than the Versa sedan. It also looks better than the older, plain four-door. The new model feels smaller outside, yet it is slightly bigger inside and out. For a compact car at this price, interior space matters most. Young buyers will appreciate the roomy interior. This is one of the biggest improvements the Nissan Note Versa 2014 offers.
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Seating for Five: Comfort Meets Budget
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 is slightly taller than the previous model, but it remains narrow. This helps when navigating traffic. Shoulder room in the back can be tight. The center seat is best for a small child. But two adults will sit comfortably. They get plenty of legroom and headroom.
Cargo space is not sacrificed. Backpacks, groceries, and other items fit easily with the rear seats up. Fold the second row flat, and the space expands significantly. The SL model offers the optional “Divide-N-Hide” floor. This gives you three choices: a flat floor for long items, an underfloor storage nook for valuables, or extra vertical space for tall objects. It’s simple, yet clever, though not as flexible as Honda’s Magic Seat.
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 has a lot of interior space, but cabin materials feel cheap. The dashboard and door panels use hard plastics. They feel similar to older budget cars. Door panels rattled with the stereo on, and the rear bench squeaked over bumps. Road noise is noticeable on highways, and expansion joints create a deep boom.
Even with these issues, the Nissan Note Versa 2014 offers surprising comfort for a small, budget-friendly hatchback.
Technology Features in the 2014 Versa Note: Worth It?
At low city speeds, the Nissan Note Versa 2014 is quiet. The powertrain runs smoothly with minimal noise.
Nissan packs many features into the Versa Note. However, the interior doesn’t match the tech. Some small, useful features are missing. These are things you notice in daily driving.
Optional push-button start looks good on paper. But cabin lighting is missing, making it hard to see the window and door-lock buttons at night. A standard telescoping steering wheel would improve the driving position. That would help more than optional heated seats.
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 has strong tech for the price. But some practical features would make it better.
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Feature Category | Features |
Wheels & Tires | 15 x 5.5-inch front and rear steel wheels, Compact spare tire with steel wheel, Crank-down spare tire, Full wheel covers, P185/65HR15 AS BSW front and rear tires |
Grille & Trim | Active grille shutters, Black grille with chrome accents, Black side window trim, Black windshield trim |
Exterior Design | Body-colored door handles, Body-colored door mirrors, Body-colored front bumper, Body-colored rear bumper |
Paint & Finish | Clearcoat paint, Monotone paint |
Body & Structure | Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams |
Infotainment Features in the Nissan Note Versa 2014
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 has a basic list of standard tech. Bluetooth hands-free calling comes standard. But the AM/FM/CD/Aux radio feels outdated. To get better tech, you need the SL package.
The SL package is available only on the SV trim. It adds keyless entry and push-button start. Heated front seats come with slightly better fabric. Fog lights are included. You also get a 4.3-inch display with USB and iPod connectivity. It’s odd that USB/iPod isn’t standard on a redesigned model. Young buyers rarely use CDs anymore.
The SL package also unlocks the SL Technology package. At $800, it’s worth considering. These upgrades make the Nissan Note Versa 2014 more modern and practical for daily use.
With the SL Tech package, the Nissan Note Versa 2014 upgrades to a larger 5.8-inch NissanConnect touchscreen. It adds SD card-based navigation with voice recognition, traffic updates, and weather info. The package also includes the Around View Monitor, which is impressive for this class. It makes parking easier by showing a bird’s-eye view using four cameras on the bumpers and side mirrors.
Bluetooth Audio
Bluetooth audio streaming with A2DP is added. Song info shows on the display, which is handy for Android and Windows Phone users. Incoming text messages can be read aloud with the push of a steering-wheel button. You can also set automatic replies with custom messages.
The receiver can control Pandora, but only with an iOS device connected via USB. Android Bluetooth control for Pandora is missing.
There is also no NissanConnect app and smart phone integration that is evident on the 2014 Altima. Younger buyers are disappointed by this. Rather, the Versa Note has Google Send-To-Car and Google POI search. These have features that are compatible to a Bluetooth connected phone, but the connection is slow and cumbersome.
Overall, the Nissan Note Versa 2014 is a great car with convenient technology but is missing some of the latest functionality.
Why You Should Buy a 2025 Nissan Versa
The Nissan Note Versa 2014 is inexpensive and not very costly to maintain it. This is because the 15-inch tires are cheap to change. It has a good powertrain and good fuel economy. When it went through testing, we got 5.8 L/100 km, which was higher than official ratings.
Although small, the car is comfortable. The chairs facilitate commuting. Rear-seat room is adequate. Inside the cabin is well insulated and quiet, except when full throttle. The trunk has a space of 416 litres. The hatchback is useful even without fold-down rear seats.
The 122-horsepower engine may be considered small in the Versa. The car is light though, 1,202-1,238 kg. This provides a reasonable power to weight ratio. Throttle response is speedy and it feels peppy off the line.
The SV trim will include heated seats, keyless entry and Apple carplay/Android auto. The Nissan Note Versa 2014 is a budget-friendly car that provides comfort and convenience.
