Overview & Reviews

A retuned suspension and revised brakes are some of the major changes for the 2009 Dodge Nitro. The six-speed manual transmission has been dropped, and all trims now come standard with an automatic transmission (a four-speed for SE and SLT trims; a five-speed for R/T models).

• Over-the-top style, flexible cabin design, quiet highway ride.

• Mediocre gas mileage, slow steering lacks feedback, a few chintzy interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  I founded really GOOD! - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By NeoGirl - May 7 - 2:28 pm

  Well I got the Nitro in August 2009 and since then I have had no problems except for the side mirrors button. And the warranty coevred it. I am very pleased to have one!

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  Could be better! - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By kenny - March 25 - 12:35 pm

  Dont let the look fool you. We had problems with the vehicle after a year of ownership, with the wheel bearings. Specifically the hub on both front wheels and the cost was over 900.00 dollars. Also the winter had done its part in damaging our vehicle. With some mud getting onto a sensor(ESP) that is connected to the rear wheel was damaged. The cost to repair this was around 2000.00 dollars(parts and labor).

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  GO NITRO - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By william - December 31 - 6:00 pm

  Nice Truck , fun to drive Great price, LOVE THE LOOK !!!!!! lacks power , but drives nice, drove a 2009 equinox not as nice as my Nitro ,,, TWO THUMBS UP

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  First 3 months OCT - DEC 09 - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By SilentWarrior - December 10 - 8:29 am

  B+ Sweet SUV! Love it! High ride. Not sluggish as others have said, when cornering the computer protects vehicle from over acceleration. Can override w/EVP off. I DONT RECOMMEND THIS! Runs fast off line for 4000 lbs V6. R/T has even better performance. Best mileage w/ cruise control (highway 27 mpg). Rear seats nice & roomy, however exiting vehicle is awkward, especially for children < 10 (due to height of vehicle and far forward short floor). Front leg room is a little narrow. Has interior wind buffeting if only rear window down. Warms up quickly for heat/defrost (~10 min. at 10F). Cat Back exhaust makes vehicle growl. Turn off 4WD before tight turns like parking in mall.

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  NITRO great look - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By Bill - November 20 - 8:23 pm

  Nice looking inside and out, great design , rides rough , a little slugish,and poor fuel econemy. but great for the money I am Happy with it.

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  I hate it - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By Mike - October 12 - 4:11 pm

  I hate this car the preformance is horrible it is not fun to drive I have broken down 3 times already I cant take it.

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  love this suv - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By justus - October 9 - 4:58 pm

  love this nitro-lways wanted one, drives like a dream, fun to drive, love it love it love it

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  nitro!!!! - 2009 Dodge Nitro
  By dodgeman1129 - August 7 - 8:43 am

  The nitro is a great car it is fun to drive mpg is not the best but over all the nitro is a great car