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2009 Dodge Nitro
Get Pricing$22,240 - $26,220 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
17 MPG Comb.
Body Type
SUV
Transmission
Automatic
Seatings
5 Seats
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Overview
The most noticed feature of the Dodge Nitro is its strong, aggressive exterior design, one that suggests power and commands attention because of its sharp, square corners, prominent in-your-face grill and stylish yet confident use of steel,...
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 21
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 160
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 14.0
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4132
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Live Axle
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.9 x 1.1
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.4 x 0.5
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: TSV
Rear Tire Order Code: TSV
Spare Tire Order Code: TBC
Front Tire Size: P235/65R17
Rear Tire Size: P235/65R17
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 17.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.42
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.3
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 19.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 108.8
Length, Overall (in): 178.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.1
Height, Overall (in): 69.9
Track Width, Front (in): 61.0
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.0
Min Ground Clearance (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Height (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): 33.3
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 65.2
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 32.1
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³):
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): - TBD -
Front Head Room (in): 40.6
Front Leg Room (in): 40.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Front Hip Room (in): 56.8
Second Head Room (in): 40.8
Second Leg Room (in): 37.7
Second Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Second Hip Room (in): 47.4
Summary
Vehicle Name: Dodge Nitro
Body Style: 4 Door
Emissions
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 3
Pricing
This model has 6 different trims.
| MSRP | $26,220 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,622 |
| Description | 3.7L/226, 210 @ 5200, Automatic |
Fuel Economy
This model has 6 different trims.
| City | 15 MPG |
|---|---|
| Hwy | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Description | 3.7L/226, 210 @ 5200, Automatic |
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