The Nissan Versa was introduced into Nissan’s lineup as a compact car in 2006 and remains available through today. The Versa is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from today’s vehicles, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Nissan Versa?
The Nissan Versa has a towing capacity of 1,000 pounds across all model years, trim levels, and configurations.
There’s a bit more to know about Nissan Versa towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2023 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2023 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2023 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2023 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2023 Nissan Versa S | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
| 2023 Nissan Versa SV | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
| 2023 Nissan Versa SR | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Nissan Versa Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Nissan Versa Braked Tow Capacity: 1,000 lbs.
Nissan Versa Unbraked Tow Capacity: 1,000 lbs.
Nissan Versa Towing Capacity Factors
There’s only one factor that affects the Nissan Versa tow capacity, which is the weight of cargo and passengers you’ve got in the Versa when towing something.
Number of Passengers
A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.
This is true of all vehicles, not just the Nissan Versa, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.
Nissan Versa Tow Package Info
Does The Nissan Versa Have A Tow Package?
Nissan does not offer a towing package for the Versa so you’ll need to have one installed.
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Nissan Versa?
If you plan on towing anything with your Nissan Versa, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Nissan Versa Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Nissan Versa uses a Class 1 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Class I Nissan Versa trailer hitch:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. With a strong, welded steel build, this class 1 hitch is rated for 2,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 200 lbs. tongue weight (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- HIGHLY VERSATILE. Add useful, versatile towing options to your vehicle with this class 1 trailer hitch. It provides a standard 1-1/4-inch x 1-1/4-inch receiver hitch, allowing you to tow a small trailer or mount a cargo carrier or bike rack
- DUAL-COAT FINISH. For industry-leading rust, chip and UV resistance inside and out, this aftermarket tow hitch kit is submersed in a liquid A-coat and co-cured with a durable black powder coat finish
- EASY INSTALLATION. This class 1 hitch is designed to factory fit select model years of the Nissan Versa
- TESTED FOR SAFETY. Each CURT class 1 trailer hitch design is thoroughly tested, using real vehicles in real-world conditions. Our hitches are tested to SAE J684 specifications for safety on the road ahead
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your Versa:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
Nissan Versa Trailer Hitch Installation
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Nissan Versa trailer hitch installation:
Nissan Versa Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your Versa, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With a Nissan Versa?
The Nissan Versa stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.
Does My Nissan Versa Have A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your Versa to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your Versa.
Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your Versa has any towing packages or features installed on it.
2022 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2022 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2022 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2022 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2022 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2021 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2021 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2021 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2021 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2021 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2020 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2020 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2020 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2020 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2020 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2019 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2019 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2019 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2019 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2019 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2018 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2018 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2018 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2018 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2018 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2017 Nissan Versa Towing Capacity
The 2017 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2017 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2017 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2017 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2016 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2016 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2016 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2016 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2016 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2015 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2015 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2015 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2015 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2015 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2014 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2014 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2014 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2014 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2014 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2013 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2013 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2013 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2013 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2013 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2012 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2012 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2012 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2012 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2012 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2011 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2011 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2011 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2011 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2011 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2010 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2010 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2010 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2010 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2010 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2009 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2009 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2009 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2009 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2009 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2008 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2008 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2008 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2008 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2008 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2007 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2007 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2007 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2007 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2007 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
2006 Nissan Versa Tow Capacity
The 2006 Nissan Versa can tow 1,000 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2006 Nissan Versa can tow.
Note: Nissan does not recommend using the 2006 Versa for towing.
| Nissan Versa Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2006 Nissan Versa (All Trim Levels) | 1,000 lbs / 453 kg |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Nissan Versa Owner’s Manuals on Nissan’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Nissan Versa.