New 2008 Nissan Sentra




New 2008 Nissan Sentra
Highlights of the 2008 Nissan Sentra include: 

Body
An exterior design that fully reflects Nissan design language and offers design cues found on other distinctive Nissan products
Standard driving/fog lights with body-color surrounds on 2.0 S and 2.0 SL models
A long wheelbase of 105.7 inches, resulting in 97.7 cubic feet of passenger volume (an increase of more than 9.0 cubic feet over the previous generation Sentra)
A wide overall width of 70.5 inches (similar to that of many mid-size sedans)
Ample cargo volume of 13.1 cubic feet
Platform and Powertrain
Nissan “C‿ platform
Front engine/front-wheel drive
16-valve 2.0-liter DOHC inline 4-cylinder engine, with 140 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque
Standard Nissan Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) or 6-speed manual transmission (Sentra 2.0 S)
Suspension, Steering and Braking
Power-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes with available Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) (standard on 2.0 S and 2.0 SL models, optional on 2.0 model)
Independent strut front suspension with stabilizer bar
Torsion beam rear suspension with integral stabilizer bar
Electric power-assisted steering (EPS)
Standard 15-inch wheels with 205/60HR15 tires; 16-inch wheels on 2.0 S model
Available 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels (standard on 2.0 SL model)
Interior Features
Contemporary interior design with instrument panel layout that incorporates the transmission shift lever
Roomy, high quality interior with long list of available amenities
Large, comfortable front seats with available driver’s seat height adjuster
Cruise control now standard on 2.0 S models
Moonroof Package now available on 2.0 S models
New charcoal interior on 2.0 S models
Driver-side power window with one-touch auto up/down and safety reverse feature
XM® Satellite Radio standard on 2.0 SL models (required monthly subscription sold separately)
Vehicle Security System now standard on 2.0 S models
Driver front seatback map pocket (2.0 S)
Spanish interface programming for trip computer
Standard daytime illumination (2.0, 2.0 S and 2.0 SL models)
Folding assist grips replace fixed assist grips
Interior accent lighting
Electric actuated heating and ventilation controls with a 26-step fan speed control
Multiple AM/FM/CD audio systems available, including RDS, mp3 playback and satellite radio capable, aux input jack (variations by model)
Available Intelligent Key keyless entry system
Available Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
Available Rockford Fosgate-powered premium audio system with 8 speakers
Safety and Security
Zone Body construction featuring front and rear crumple zones and occupant zone
Standard Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags and occupant classification system for the front passenger seat)
Standard front seat Active Head Restraints for head and neck protection in rear impacts
Standard 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions
Standard LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
Standard child safety rear door locks
Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Standard engine immobilizer system
Standard front and rear side curtain air bags (for front and rear outboard seat protection)
Standard dual front seat-mounted side air bags for chest and pelvis protection
Models and Manufacturing
Offered in three well-equipped models: 2.0, 2.0 S and 2.0 SL
2008 Nissan Sentra Performance & Efficiency Standard Features
1,997 cc 2.0 liters in-line 4 front engine with 84.0 mm bore, 90.1 mm stroke, 9.7 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder MR20DE
Unleaded fuel 87
Multi-point injection fuel system
14.5 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 12.1
Power: 104 kW , 140 HP SAE @ 5,100 rpm; 147 ft lb , 199 Nm @ 4,800 rpm


Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.