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

• 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)

• 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)

• 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

• 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

• Offered in three well-equipped models: 2.0, 2.0 S and 2.0 SL