2008 Nissan Xterra SUV

September 3rd, 2007

2008 Nissan Xterra is more expensive

The 2008 Nissan Xterra SUV will start at a significantly higher price than the outgoing model.

Nissan North America plans to charge at least $21,130 for the base model.

The money is asked for the entry-level 2008 Nissan Xterra 4×2 X SUV equipped with a rear-wheel-drive, 261 hp 4.0-liter V6 engine, mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

The SUV will be available in four trims – X, S, Off-Road, and the range-topping SE.

While all versions will be available with 4×4 drive, only X, S and SE may be ordered with RWD. This seems like a pretty logical decision since you don’t really want to go off-roading in an 4×2 SUV.

To justify the increase in the base price, Nissan has decided to make the list of standard equipment much longer.

For example, the 2008 Nissan Xterra X now comes equipped with power windows, locks and mirrors, as well as remote keyless entry and cruise control system.

More advanced S trim receives step rails, a cargo net, a first-aid kit, and on 4×4 versions, splash guards.

And the 2008 Nissan Xterra SE will be available with standard Bluetooth, XM pre-wiring (automatic models only), an auto-dimming mirror, and an eight-speaker Rockford Fosgate stereo.