2021 Nissan Versa S

The Versa is Nissan's smallest sedan, and it's one of the most affordable new cars you can buy. It's not quick, but the Versa is easy to drive and feels nimble in the city. The ride is comfortable for a subcompact, and the front seats are supportive on longer trips. Backseat legroom is generous for the class, and the trunk is decently sized for a small sedan. The S is the base Versa, so you give up the SV's push-button start and larger touchscreen, but you save a few thousand dollars. It uses a 1.6L I4 making 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque, paired with a five-speed manual that makes the most of the modest power. The manual transmission is exclusive to the S trim, and it's the one to get if you want to wring the most fun out of this little sedan.