The 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD (MSRP $26,740) is the top-line trim. This mid-size SUV is designed for adventure rides and accommodates five passengers. The rear-wheel 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD is motivated by a 261-horsepower 4.0-liter V-6 engine paired with the five-speed automatic transmission which is the standard transmission on this trim. Estimated fuel economy of the Nissan Xterra SE 2WD is 15/20 (city/highway) mpg and maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds.

Additional and standard features of the 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD include 17-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth connectivity, auto-dimming mirror with compass, trip computer, air-conditioning, cruise control, power door locks, keyless entry, front map lights, built-in first-aid kit, fold-down front passenger seat, height-adjustable three-point front and rear outboard seatbelts, cloth seat trim, three 12-volt DC power outlets, full-size spare tire, Rockford Fosgate-powered audio system with subwoofer and XM satellite radio. Buyers can choose the following color options on the 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD: Solar Yellow, Desert Stone, Avalanche, Night Armor, Red Alert, Midnight Blue, Super Black, Silver Lightning and Red Brawn.

The extensive list of vital safety technologies on the 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD include advanced airbag system, vehicle dynamic control, front-seat active head restraints, tire-pressure monitoring system, anti-lock disc brakes, hood buckling creases and safety stops. Buyers can choose driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags and roof-mounted full-length side-curtain airbags under Side and Curtain Airbags Package on the 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD.

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.