- 2027 Nissan Versa caught during promotional shoot in Mexico.
- Features new split headlights, slim grille, and fresh taillights.
- Expected to retain the current platform and 1.6-liter engine.
We already knew a next-gen Versa was on the way, but now it’s all but official, as an uncovered prototype has surfaced online, giving us a clear look at what Nissan has been quietly preparing behind the scenes. The photos confirm what we suspected, that the subcompact sedan is getting more than just a light refresh.
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The new Versa was recently spotted in Mexico, during what appears to be a shoot for promotional materials. That strongly hints at a public debut just around the corner, possibly within the next few weeks.
Modern Look with Familiar Bones
As with the larger Sentra, not to mention many other Japanese models these days, the new Versa seems to be a substantial redesign rather than a clean-sheet model.
It retains the core structure of the outgoing generation, which has been around since 2019 and received a facelift in 2022. The profile, roofline, and greenhouse are clear carry-overs, pointing to continuity under the skin.
Still, Nissan has drastically reworked the front end. The styling now takes cues from the Murano, with split LED headlights linked by a glossy black trim element. The grille is also significantly slimmer than before, paired with an elongated lower bumper intake. Despite these updates, the hood and front fenders seem to remain untouched.
There’s less drama at the rear, though the updates are still noticeable. A new pair of taillights gives the back a sharper signature, while the tailgate has been reworked slightly to include large Versa lettering. The license plate now sits lower, integrated into a subtly revised rear bumper.
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Newly styled alloy wheels add a bit more character, and the car pictured wears a light Arctic Ice Blue Metallic finish.
No shots of the cabin have leaked yet, but the 2027 Versa is likely to receive a refreshed dashboard layout, potentially featuring a digital instrument cluster and updated infotainment. More advanced driver-assist features may also be in the cards, keeping the model aligned with growing expectations in this segment.
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Mechanically, the car continues to ride on the Nissan V platform, the same underpinnings found beneath the previous-generation Kicks and the recently introduced Kait crossover. Under the hood, the naturally aspirated 1.6-liter four-cylinder is expected to return, though likely now mated exclusively to a CVT, as the manual has already been discontinued from the current generation model.
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Will It Come To North America?
Production of the new model will take place at Nissan’s Aguascalientes plant in Mexico. That’s a shift from the previous model, which was built at the longstanding CIVAC facility in Cuernavaca. The latter plant is slated to shut down by March 2026, marking the end of an era.
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Reports from local outlets suggest the next-gen Versa may be sold exclusively in Latin American markets like Mexico and Brazil, where affordable sedans remain in steady demand. This idea is supported by Nissan’s recent teaser, which showed the new Versa next to the Navara, another model aimed at these markets.
Still, with demand for affordable vehicles picking up again in the US, Nissan may eventually consider bringing the updated Versa back across the border. Whether that happens will largely depend on import tariffs and trade policies, which can make it difficult to price Mexico-built models competitively for the American market.