2008 Dodge Nitro
The 2008 Dodge Nitro is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 3.7 L 6-cyl and 4.0 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 19 MPG (best: 12.4 L/100 km).
Model year2008
Versions6
ClassSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 22 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 22 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 21 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 21 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 22 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 20 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2008 Dodge Nitro.