Dodge Nitro
The Dodge Nitro is a compact SUV manufactured and marketed by Dodge for model years 2007-2012 across a single generation — as a close variant of the second-generation Jeep Liberty. Both vehicles use a composite unitized construction integrating the body structure with full-length frame rails.
| Dodge Nitro | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | DaimlerChrysler (2007) Chrysler LLC (2007-2009) Chrysler Group LLC (2009-2012) |
| Production | August 2006–December 16, 2011 |
| Model years | 2007–2012 |
| Assembly | Toledo, Ohio, United States |
| Designer | Dennis Myles (2004) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact SUV |
| Body style | 4-door SUV |
| Layout | Longitudinal Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler KA platform |
| Related | Jeep Liberty Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander Jeep Wrangler |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.7 L (226 cu in) PowerTech V6 4.0 L (241 cu in) SOHC V6 2.8 L VM Motori I4 Diesel (export only) |
| Transmission | 6-speed NSG-370 manual (2006–2008) 4-speed 42RLE automatic 5-speed A580/5G-Tronic Mercedes automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in (2,764 mm) |
| Length | 178.9 in (4,544 mm) |
| Width | 73.1 in (1,857 mm) |
| Height | 69.9 in (1,775 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4,162 lb (1,888 kg) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Dodge Raider |
| Successor | Jeep Cherokee (KL) Dodge Journey |
The Nitro entered production in August 2006 aside the Liberty at the Toledo North Assembly Plant in Toledo, Ohio and was offered in a single, four-door body configuration. Like the Liberty, it was manufactured in RHD and LHD configurations, and marketed globally. Sales commenced in September 2006 for model year 2007 in rear-wheel drive or optional and part-time four-wheel drive. Approximately 200,000 Nitro models were manufactured before production ended in December 2011.