New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe
- All-new coupe version of the Altima sedan. Nissan shortened the wheelbase 4" to 105.3" vs. the sedan. Overall length is reduced to 182.5" (coupe) vs. 189.8" (sedan). Width remains the same at 70.7", but the coupe measures only 55.3" high vs. 57.9" (sedan). The Altima Coupe shares no common body panels with its sedan counterpart, except for the hood. The Altima coupe offers a standard 175-bhp 2.5L inline-4, or an optional 270-bhp 3.5L V-6. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual or available Xtronic CVT(TM) automatic.
- 2008 Nissan Rogue
- The Rogue is an all-new compact sport utility model based on Nissan's C platform (Sentra). The Rogue features a 2.5L four-cylinder engine rated at 170 hp, 175 lb-ft of torque. A CVT transmission is standard. Both FWD and AWD versions are offered. Rogue features a fully-independent suspension.
Updated Models
- 2008 Nissan Armada
- 2008 Armada features revised front and rear fascias, a new luggage rack and numerous option and trim level changes.
- 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
- The Pathfinder lineup gets a V8-powered model for 2008. A 5.6L V8 rated at 310hp is available in SE and LE trim levels. The front and rear styling is updated.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2008 Nissan 350Z
- 2008 Nissan 350Z Roadster
- 2008 Nissan Altima
- 2008 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab
- SE trim level is now available for 4-cylinder models.
- 2008 Nissan Frontier King Cab
- SE trim level is now available for 4-cylinder models.
- 2008 Nissan Maxima
- Maxima adds a Platinum Edition package that includes driver memory features, auto-dimming outside mirrors, HID Bi-Xenon headlights, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, and a heated steering wheel.
- 2008 Nissan Quest
- 2008 Nissan Sentra
- Sentra features a number of option and package changes. The 2.0S is no longer offered with a manual transmission.
- 2008 Nissan Titan Crew Cab
- New long wheelbase models for longer cargo beds. Revised front fascia. New PRO-4X off-road model.
- 2008 Nissan Titan King Cab
- New long wheelbase models for longer cargo beds. Revised front fascia. New PRO-4X off-road model.
- 2008 Nissan Versa 5d
- 2008 Nissan Versa sedan
- The 1.8SL is no longer available with the 6-speed manual.
- 2008 Nissan Xterra
- Minor trim level and package changes