Versa starts $16,734 lower. Versa wins efficiency by 0.6 L/100 km. Forester gives you 1,689 L more cargo room. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$20,298
Versa
$37,032
Convenience
$20,298
1 tracked trims
$43,732
5 tracked trims
| Metric | Nissan Versa | Subaru Forester | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $20,298 Versa | $37,032 Convenience | $16,734 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $20,298 1 tracked trims | $43,732 5 tracked trims | $23,434 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 7.7 L/100 km Versa | 8.3 L/100 km Convenience | 0.6 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 418 L Best published cargo figure | 2,107 L Best published cargo figure | 1,689 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | 680 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | Only Subaru reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 0 features Core coverage still thin | 1 feature Sport at $44,532 | Only Subaru full |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 0 features Core coverage still thin | 1 feature Premier at $48,532 | Only Subaru full |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: IIHS n/a · NHTSA 4 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Nissan Versa, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Subaru Forester.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
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Doesn’t reach it
$42,032
Touring
Large power-sliding sunroof with sunshade
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Doesn’t reach it
$44,532
Sport
11.6-inch tablet-style touch screen infotainment system: Harman Kardon audio system, SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required), Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Nissan Versa | Subaru Forester | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Only Forester reaches moonroof / sunroof. | — Doesn’t reach it | $42,032 Touring Large power-sliding sunroof with sunshade | Right only |
Premium audioExpanded Only Forester reaches premium audio. | — Doesn’t reach it | $44,532 Sport 11.6-inch tablet-style touch screen infotainment system: Harman Kardon audio system, SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required), Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality | Right only |
Reasons to pick Nissan Versa
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
Versa
Convenience
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Versa | Versa | $20,298 | 7.7 L/100 km | 0 |
| Subaru Forester | Convenience | $37,032 | 8.3 L/100 km | 1 |
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