How reliable are the Dodge Nitro?

The Dodge Nitro Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 8th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $582 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Nitro.

How many miles does a 2008 Dodge Nitro get?

2008 Dodge Nitro

Is there any recalls on a 2008 Dodge Nitro?

Recall no. CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 3,663 MY 2007-2008 DODGE NITRO AND MY 2008 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. THE PARK BRAKE LEVER CLUTCH DRUM MAY DISTORT AND REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PARK BRAKE SYSTEM. THIS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE INADVERTENTLY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Is the Dodge Nitro fast?

“On numbers alone, it holds its own in acceleration testing.” In tests, the Nitro hit 60 miles per hour in 7.7 seconds — “quicker than the last Mazda CX-7 we tested, but not quite as quick as Toyota’s RAV4,” Edmunds notes.

Is Dodge Nitro SXT a good car?

Dodge Nitro Ratings Overview The average rating is a 3.3 out of 5 stars. The Dodge Nitro Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 19th out of 32 for all car brands.

Are Dodge Nitro discontinued?

The Dodge Nitro is a small SUV and is similar to the Jeep Liberty. Dodge discontinued the Nitro in 2011, ending a five-year model run.

Is Dodge Nitro 2008 a good car?

Performance. Poor fuel economy and sluggish handling make the 2008 Dodge Nitro an on-road disappointment. The 2008 Dodge Nitro looks fierce, but it doesn’t offer quite the performance that its aggressive styling would indicate. For the 2008 Dodge Nitro, two engines are available.

What oil does a 2008 Dodge Nitro take?

Mobil 1 Extended Performance Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-20 5 Quart.

What is a dab emblem on a Dodge Nitro?

Driver Air Bag Emblem FCA has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain [2008 through 2010 Model Year (RT) Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and also 2007 through 2011 Model Year (KA) Dodge Nitro] vehicles equipped with a Driver Air Bag (DAB).

Are there any recalls on 2007 Dodge Nitro?

There have been 5 safety recalls issued from NHTSA. Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 DODGE NITRO PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-835-1403.

Are Dodge Nitros rare?

The forgotten Dodge Nitro The Dodge Nitro was based on the already popular Jeep Liberty, but of course, with some iconic Dodge twists. There were only six models years ever produced, and even though the SUV isn’t all that old, they are still pretty uncommon.

Is Dodge Nitro good in snow?

It engaged instantly and cured any snow-related traction ills. Yes, you have to switch the system on and off — you can’t set it and forget it — but small price for the exemplary results. (Intended for bad weather, not off-roading, it has no low-range gears.)

What kind of SUV is a 2008 Dodge Nitro?

The Used 2008 Dodge Nitro is offered in the following submodels: Nitro SUV. Available styles include SLT 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 4A), SLT 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 4A), SXT 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 6M), and SXT 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 6M).

How much does a Dodge Nitro SXT cost?

For $20,290, the Nitro SXT offers 16-inch steel wheels, a six-speed manual transmission, power windows and locks, air conditioning, stability control, anti-lock brakes, curtain airbags, tire-pressure monitoring, an AM-FM-satellite/CD/MP3 stereo with four speakers, and keyless entry.

Is the Dodge Nitro SLT a good car?

2008 Dodge Nitro SLT Electrical issues to include slow clock, warning and other alerts that come on intermittently, cloth seats seem to show stains greater than normal. It is smooth ride with plenty of room. Seats fold down to allow room to haul things. Have hauled furniture on many occasions to include a small sofa.

When did the 2007 Dodge Nitro come out?

Editor’s note: This review was written in November 2006 about the R/T RWD version of the 2007 Dodge Nitro. Little of substance has changed with this year’s model. To see what details are different this year, check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years.