The Dodge Nitro is a 4-door SUV offered in 2WD 4dr Heat , 2WD 4dr Detonator *Ltd Avail* , 2WD 4dr Shock *Ltd Avail* , 4WD 4dr Heat , 4WD 4dr Detonator *Ltd Avail* and 4WD 4dr Shock *Ltd Avail* . The powertrains include 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) and 4.0-liter V6 (260 hp) engines, and 4-speed automatic and 5-speed automatic transmissions. It is Rear, part-time, or permanent 4WD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 17 mpg city to 23 mpg highway. The Nitro uses Regular fuel.
The Nitro has a 3,500 towing capacity.
Standard safety equipment includes No/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include .
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