The 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD (MSRP $16,250) is a five-passenger mid-size pickup truck. All King Cab Frontier models get a six-foot bed. The 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD is a base trim, available in rear-wheel drive only. It is powered by a 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine that generates 152 horsepower and 171 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard. Estimated fuel economy of the Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD is 19/23 (city/highway) mpg. When properly equipped, it tows up to 3,500 pounds.

The 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD features rear access doors, 15-inch aluminium alloy wheels, black outside mirrors, locking tailgate, cloth upholstery, front UV-reducing solar glass, variable intermittent windshield wipers, chrome rear bumper, four cup holders, four bottle holders, front and rear door storage pockets, fold-down front-passenger's seat, two 12-volt DC power outlets, front bucket seats and four speakers. Buyers can choose the XE Preferred Package with air conditioning and CD stereo system on the 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD trim. Various color options on the 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD are Super Black, Avalanche, Radiant Silver and Red Brawn.

The 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD comes with a lengthy list of standard safety devices such as four-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution, three-point emergency locking retractor seatbelts, advanced airbags, front seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters, active head restraints, tire pressure monitoring system and zone body construction. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental airbags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental airbags are safety equipment offered under the AB optional package.

Nissan's 36-month/36,000-mile limited vehicle coverage and a 5-year/60,000-mile limited powertrain coverage is available on the 2008 Nissan Frontier XE King Cab 2WD trim. (For complete information, contact Nissan dealer and read the actual limited warranty.) For additional protection, buyers can add Security Plus, the only extended service agreement approved by the manufacturer.