2007-2011 Nitro OverviewDodge Nitro Overview (2007 - 2011)
2007 - 2011
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 126 mph
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- 8.2 - 11.5 seconds
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- 175 - 256 hp
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- 20.8 - 27.3 mpg
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- 4,255 - 4,442 lbs
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- 13.7 - 70.4 ft3
The Dodge Nitro was produced by the American manufacturer Dodge between 2007 - 2011. It's a front engined SUV with either four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. There are two power levels available from either a 2.8 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine or 4 L V6 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Nitro is the Dodge Nitro 4.0 which scores 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 256 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.8 lb/hp it has a top speed of 126 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Dodge Nitro 2.8 CRD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 505 miles and can store 13.7-70.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 4,409 lbs.