 Purchased the SL CVT in Nov. 2007 and no problems except one wheel leaking air requiring weekly fill up.  Tire sensor lets me know when to fill, but dealer cannot find or fix wheel leak.  Totally reliable, no other fixes so far.  Everything holding up well and no rattles yet. Car is garaged and kept clean in and out. Northwest weather is mild on vehicles. Tried Fit Corolla Civic and Scion but purchased Versa for smooth quiet ride and large passenger space.  The Hondas were a better driver's car but too noisy and rougher riding. Mileage has averaged 30.2 to date. Suburban driving: 29mpg, High speed 70+ Hiway = only around 30 mpg. Worst city driving mileage was 26 mpg. Quiet at idle and hiway