2009 Dodge Nitro 4x2 SLT
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- Photo: 2009 Dodge Nitro SE in Sunburst Orange Pearl, Front Left, 06-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT CRD Automatic 2.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Nitro SXT Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Dodge Nitro SE in Sunburst Orange Pearl, Rear Left, 06-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT CRD Automatic 2.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Dodge Nitro 4x2 SLT is a 210-hp 3.7-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $24,260 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 235 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Nitro measures 178.9 inches long on a 108.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,971 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,260 ($36,758 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,005 ($37,886 *) |
| Destination Charge | $745 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.7L PowerTech V6 |
| Displacement | 3.7 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.66 x 3.57 in (93 x 90.5 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, short-and-long-arm (SLA), coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Solid live axle, multi-link, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17" x 7.0" |
| Wheels Rear | 17" x 7.0" |
| Tires Front | P235/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | P235/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178.9 in |
| Width | 73.1 in |
| Height | 69.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in |
| Front Track | 61 in |
| Rear Track | 61 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 32.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,971 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (21.9 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Dodge NITRO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 7, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
NHTSA campaign 20V396000
36 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Dodge NITRO
Owner Complaints
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Dodge NITRO (1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Fuel System | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 DODGE NITRO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.