The 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan (MSRP $12,710) is the entry-level base trim. The front-wheel stylish family car comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 122-horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque. The 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S offers a standard six-speed manual and an optional four-speed automatic transmission. It has a roomy cabin and achieves an estimated fuel economy of 26/31 mpg city/highway (manual transmission) and 24/32 mpg city/highway (automatic transmission).

The 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan is packaged with 15-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning with in-cabin microfilter, power mirrors, a tilt steering wheel, a four-speaker CD stereo system, rear window defroster, front and rear cupholders, Suede cloth seat trim, passenger visor vanity mirror, 60/40 Split fold-down rear seatbacks, cargo cover, battery saver and auxiliary 12-volt DC power outlet. The trunk capacity of the 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan is 13.8 cubic-feet. Cruise control is the new option available on the 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan. Glove compartment light, remote keyless entry, power door locks, rear door pockets and door armrest pad are available under the Power Package. The six exterior color options available on the 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan are: Sandstone, Sonoma Sunset, Super Black, Magnetic Gray, Blue Onyx and Fresh Powder.

The 2008 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Sedan offers various hi-tech safety equipment, such as superior airbag system with dual stage front airbags and occupant classification sensors, side-impact airbags for front occupants, full-length side-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupant head protection, tire pressure monitoring system, front-seat active front head restraints, three-point emergency locking retractor seatbelts, child safety rear door locks and lower anchors and tethers for children. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system with brake assist is optional.

Nissan's 36-month/36,000-mile limited vehicle coverage and a 5-year/60,000-mile limited powertrain coverage is available on this model. (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.