What Changed

In mid-2010, the Nitro's trim levels were changed to Heat, Detonator and Shock. For 2011, Dodge adds Heat 4.0 offering the base trim level with the upgraded 4.0l V6.

Comparison to Prior Model

2011 Dodge Nitro 2010 Dodge Nitro
2011 Dodge Nitro 2010 Dodge Nitro
Price Range ($) $22,245 - $28,995 $21,590 - $27,290
Length (in) 178.9 178.9
Wheelbase (in) 108.8 108.8
Width (in) 73.1 73.1
Height (in) 70.5 69.9
Track (in) 61.0 61.0
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 445.2 441.4
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3976-4210 3976-4210
Legroom Total (in.) 78.5 78.5
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 105.0 105.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 32.1 32.1
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • 4WD
  • RWD
  • 4WD
Engines
  • 3.7l V6 (210-bhp)
  • 4.0l V6 (260-bhp)
  • 3.7l V6 (210-bhp)
  • 4.0l V6 (260-bhp)
Transmissions A4, A5 A4, A5
City MPG 15-16 15-16
Highway MPG 21-22 20-22
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