Nissan Press Release:
Nissan Announces Pricing on 2008 Versa
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 25, 2007) - Nissan North America, Inc. announced pricing on the 2008 Nissan Versa Sedan and Hatchback models, which go on sale today at Nissan dealers nationwide. Versa enters it second model year with strong sales momentum – through May 2007, the Versa Hatchback and Sedan have combined to sell more than 52,000 units in less than one year of production.
For 2008, the Sport Package is now an option on the Versa Sedan 1.8 SL model (previously available on Versa Hatchback 1.8 SL).
The Sport Package adds a higher level of performance styling with a rear spoiler (roof-mounted for Hatchback, decklid-mounted for Sedan), lower body side sill extensions, unique front and rear fascia (Hatchback) and chin spoiler (Sedan) and fog lights.
The starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2008 Versa Sedan 1.8 S is $12,550 with 6-speed manual transmission and $13,350 with the 4-speed automatic transmission. The Versa Sedan 1.8 SL with Nissan’s advanced Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmissions) is priced at $15,550.
The 2008 Versa Hatchback is offered in four models: Versa Hatchback 1.8 S 6-speed manual transmission at an MSRP of $12,650; Versa Hatchback 1.8 S 4-speed automatic transmission at $13,450; Versa Hatchback 1.8 SL 6-speed manual transmission at $14,650; and Versa Hatchback 1.8 SL with Xtronic CVT™ at $15,650.
All 2008 Versas are equipped with a standard 122-horsepower 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine – providing the highest standard horsepower rating in class.
The 2008 Versa also delivers excellent fuel
economy. Estimated 2008 EPA fuel economy is 27 mpg City/33 mpg Highway with the CVT transmission; 24 mpg City/31 mpg highway with the 4-speed automatic transmission; and 26 mpg City/31 mpg Highway with the 6-speed manual transmission.
Versa’s unique packaging layout provides a spacious cabin with class-leading head and rear leg room. Versa also offers unexpected available technology, including Nissan’s Intelligent Key, a Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, a Rockford Fosgate subwoofer, an auxiliary mp3 player input and XM® Satellite Radio.
Complete 2008 Nissan Versa pricing is available on the attached sheets.
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