Overview & Reviews
Equipment changes on the 2008 Dodge Nitro include a new trailer sway control feature integrated into the standard stability control system, and optional rear parking sensors. On the cosmetic side, body-color exterior trim is now available on SXT models, while Nitros with the R/T package can be equipped with two-tone seats in such garish colors as red, blue and orange.
- Over-the-top style, flexible cabin design, good sight lines, quiet highway ride.
- Mediocre gas mileage, suspension gets out of sorts over bumps, slow steering lacks feedback, a few chintzy interior materials.
User Reviews:
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Awesome SUV - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By Akazm - May 26 - 9:39 pmI recently purchased a Dodge Nitro and so far I love it. Its MPG isnt great but it is a SUV, what do you expect? The look is awesome, great interior space, so many features, smooth and quiet ride, fun to drive. It can comfortably seat big men. The interior material is perfectly fine. For the price, it is worth every penny in my opinion.
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Biggest mistake Ive ever made! - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By NoMoreDodge - May 7 - 12:39 pmWe bought the R/T model with every option that you can get in one, except it didnt have a security system in it which makes no sense. From pretty much day one we have had nothing but problems with it. The A/C didnt work properly the first 4 months we owned it, Check engine light has come on numerous times, took it in they say nothing is wrong, passenger seat squeaks, parking brake dont work at all, rear windshield wiper breaks going through the car wash, now with only 26,500 miles on it the main computer (PCM) has to be replaced. Been in the shop for a week and part is still not in! Would recommend never buying one of these!
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In Love with a SUV!! - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By samijay - April 17 - 4:20 pmSo Ive had this for about 2 weeks and am in love with it. I love the design and about everything in it as well. Anyways I dont have to worry about the small car hazards anymore. The roll-over factor of this suv is high and the gas mileage isnt great but those are the only two things I can find I dont like about it!
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I Love my Nitro! - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By PLC - March 19 - 2:47 pmI drive, a lot! I spend about an hour a day if not more in my car so I really wanted something I could rely on and like. I LOVE my nitro!! Its super cute and just what I needed. I chose between this, the Pontiac G6, and the Ford Mustang. Yeah, a wide variety. I got this because of all the room!! I can take my 2 Labs everywhere with me and they ride comfortably. There are a couple things I would change but for the most part I absolutely LOVE it! It hasnt given me any problems yet (knock on wood) and Ive put almost 17K miles on it in 7 months! If you get one, give in and get the sound system. I didnt and wish I would have!
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I have the RT version 4X4 4litre engine - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By fast_dude007 - March 10 - 6:26 amAfter reading a lot of negative reviews from auto journalists about the Nitro, and reading positive comments from owners, I bought a 2008 RT for a very good price. Yes, the ride is a little bit choppy in the RT version, but I do like a firm suspension. I also love the interior of the RT, look and feels so much more superior than the base models. Fuel economy is okay so long Im easy with my foot. However, my gas mileage is horrible when I step on it and release all its power. Im not too crazy about the square look of the vehicle, than again it has a lot of room inside. Bottom line, I love this vehicle so far.
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Great Mid Sized SUV - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By GDC55 - February 17 - 1:47 pmAfter I test drove one my wife & I were hooked. Gas mileage overall. average 22 mpg and highway 25, pretty good for a 4,000 lb. + vehicle. Drove a Ford Escape & Exolorer, didnt like the Escape and the Explorer was $10,000 more.
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This SUV kicks it! - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By DrewInPgh - January 4 - 1:20 amThis is the best purchase Ive made in a while. Everything about this vehicle is awesome, from the spacious cab design, the ultra-modern door handles, the default sound system, comfortable seats (I didnt get the 6-way adjustable, heated ones but Ill bet theyre sweet!) and excellent maneuverability and steering control. Its an all around excellent SUV. It even gets good gas mileage, considering what it is. In fact, the only thing I might consider changing is a swap of the location of AC/heat control and the radio. But thats minor and still up for debate. If you want a new SUV, you want the Nitro!
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Best Chriswtmas present I ever received! - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By jaysonheather - December 31 - 7:26 pmMy boyfriend bought me the Nitro for Christmas and we both love it! I dont think the gas mileage is bad at all being an SUV. The looks are great, very tough looking. The ride is very comfortable not hard like a truck. We also have the nice suspension, power sunroof and 20" chrome wheels along with all other options we could purchase. We get looks everywhere we go. I recommend anyone considering the Nitro to be ready to buy it because, youre gonna love it!
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Why would you buy Japanese? - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By tony - December 13 - 4:39 amThis vehicle is overall very nice and a great ride. I love the sort of retro rugged look, compared to the typical frying pan looking Japanese and German cars.
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Dodge Nitro RT 4X4 - 2008 Dodge Nitro
By MIKE K - December 11 - 5:45 pmI had my Nitro R/T for over a month. I average 15 miles a gallon. I really enjoy driving my suv. I feel for the money I paid the interior would have more luxury items. Love the bluetooth feature through the radio, leather seats arent too bad, heated seats are great. Only the driver seat is power, passenger seat isnt. Nitro R/T has 260 hp and great on the pick up.
