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    Dodge Nitro

    Dodge Nitro

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    $5,940

    The Dodge Nitro is an American midsize SUV that was sold in Australia from 2008 to 2012.

    Designed to mimic an SUV ‘hot rod’, the unmistakable Dodge Nitro featured a large faux-chrome grill, big alloy wheels, and pronounced wheel arches.

    Two engines were offered during the Nitro’s run: a 130kW 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder mated to a five-speed automatic transmission, and a 151kW 3.7-litre petrol V6 working in tandem with a four-speed automatic.

    The diesel-powered variant was dropped in 2010.

    All models and variants were fitted with a selectable four-wheel drive system that remained in two-wheel drive unless manually engaged.

    Prices for the Nitro range from $5,940 to $11,220 for the Nitro SXT and Nitro SX variants, respectively.

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    12.1L/100km (combined)
    SUV
    4 Speed Automatic
    Unleaded Petrol
    2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007
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    Dodge Nitro FAQs

    Why does the horn on my 2010 Dodge Nitro randomly go off?

    A lot of cars have a function whereby the horn will sound when the car is locked if there's a door, bonnet or boot ajar. It's designed to warn the driver that the car may not be fully secure even though it's technically locked.

    Sometimes, the little switches that detect whether a door is ajar can become sticky with grit and grime and don't function properly. Locate each switch and give it a quick spray with electrical contact-cleaner and you might find the problem goes away.

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    The rear left and right brake/stop lights in my 2009 Dodge Nitro are not working

    If the third brake light is working, then the problem is not with the brake-pedal switch (or the third light would not work either). That the two lower brake lights stopped working together is also a clue that it's not the bulbs that are at fault.

    I'd be looking at the fusebox to see if the fuse that controls the lower brake-light circuit has failed. There should be a map of the fusebox inside the plastic cover, and from that, you can identify which fuse protects that circuit, and go from there. If there's no blown fuse at fault, you need to start checking earth connections as these can also cause all sorts of electrical mayhem. An auto electrician could probably sort this quite quickly without changing any more working parts.

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    Is the Dodge Nitro rear wheel drive or 4 wheel drive?

    The Dodge Nitro compact SUV was available in both rear wheel drive and 4 wheel drive. Most Dodge Nitro models sold in Australia were 4x4s.

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    Dodge Nitro Wheel Size

    The Dodge Nitro has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 245x20 R20 for SUV in 2012 with a wheel size that spans from 7.5x20 inches.
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    Dodge Nitro Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Dodge Nitro SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Dodge Nitro Towing Capacity

    The Dodge Nitro has maximum towing capacity of 2270kg for the latest model available.
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    Dodge Nitro Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Dodge Nitro varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $5,940 and going to $11,220 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Dodge Nitro Fuel consumption

    The Dodge Nitro is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Diesel fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 12.1L/100km for SUV
    *Combined fuel consumption
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