Nissan Versa: Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems - Fuel efficient driving tips

Follow these practical and effective fuel efficient driving tips designed to help you maximize the fuel economy and efficiency of your Nissan Versa during every daily commute and long-distance road trip.

1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake Pedal Application

Avoid rapid, aggressive starts and abrupt stops that waste fuel.
Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake pedal applications whenever possible to maintain steady momentum.
Maintain a constant speed while commuting through traffic and coast safely whenever conditions permit.

2. Maintain Constant Speed

Look far ahead down the road to try and anticipate traffic flow and minimize unexpected stops.
Synchronizing your driving speed with upcoming traffic lights allows you to significantly reduce your total number of stops.
Maintaining a steady, uninterrupted speed can minimize red light stops and noticeably improve your Nissan Versa's fuel efficiency.

3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher Vehicle Speeds

When driving below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to open the vehicle windows to cool the cabin due to the reduced engine load.
When traveling above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to use the vehicle A/C to cool the interior due to increased aerodynamic drag from open windows.
Recirculating the cool air inside the cabin when the A/C system is active helps reduce overall cooling load and saves energy.

4. Drive at Economical Speeds and Distances

Observing the posted speed limit and not exceeding 60 mph (97 km/h)—where legally allowed—can greatly improve fuel efficiency on your Nissan Versa due to reduced aerodynamic drag.
Maintaining a safe following distance behind other vehicles reduces the need for unnecessary and repetitive braking.
Safely monitoring surrounding traffic to anticipate changes in speed permits reduced braking and much smoother acceleration transitions.
Select an appropriate gear range suitable for prevailing road and weather conditions.

5. Use Cruise Control

Using cruise control during extended highway driving helps your Nissan Versa maintain a perfectly steady, optimal speed.
Cruise control is particularly effective in delivering consistent fuel savings when driving across flat, open terrains.

6. Plan for the Shortest Route

Utilize a reliable paper map or modern vehicle navigation system to determine the best and most direct route to save travel time and fuel.

7. Avoid Idling

Shutting off your engine when it is safe and practical for stationary stops exceeding 30 to 60 seconds saves valuable fuel and reduces harmful vehicle emissions.

8. Buy an Automated Pass for Toll Roads

Automated toll passes permit drivers of your Nissan Versa to utilize special designated lanes, allowing you to maintain an efficient cruising speed through the toll plaza and avoid stopping and starting entirely.

9. Winter Warm Up

Limit vehicle idling time during cold weather months to minimize negative impacts on your overall fuel economy.
Your engine typically needs no more than 30 seconds of idling at start-up to effectively circulate engine oil throughout the system before you begin driving.
Your vehicle will reach its ideal operating temperature much more quickly while driving gently versus letting it idle stationary.

10. Keeping your Vehicle Cool

Park your Nissan Versa in a covered parking structure, garage, or under natural shade whenever possible during hot days.
When entering a hot vehicle, rolling down the windows initially will help evacuate trapped heat and reduce the interior temperature much faster, resulting in reduced electrical and mechanical demand on your A/C system.

Increasing fuel economy

Keep your engine properly tuned up through regular servicing.
Strictly follow the manufacturer's recommended scheduled maintenance intervals for your Nissan Versa.
Keep your tires inflated to the correct, recommended pressure.
Low tire pressure significantly increases rolling resistance, accelerates tire wear, and lowers overall fuel economy.
Keep your wheels in correct alignment at all times. Improper wheel alignment increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy.
Always use the recommended viscosity engine oil specified for your vehicle.