[OneSickPsycho]

Originally Posted by pauldun170

I kinda like it. Not saying I would buy one since the SV model (cant get the s with the 6spd manual and the SL is Mazda Speed3 territory) runs at about 20K but I'd definitely call it a contender if I were shopping for a NEW new car as my personal driver.
Sounds like its an entertaining ride.

However..the reality is I buy new for the wife and second hand cars for myself.

They really should put that drivetrain in the Versa (after a serious redesign of the exterior, chassis and interior)

Agreed.... I like it.