2011 Dodge Nitro

The standard features of the 2011 Dodge Nitro near Alexandria, include Magnum 3.7L V-6 210HP engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 20″ alloy wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, stability control, and power mirrors.

2011 Dodge Nitro Price: $19,842

Body, trim levels and options

The 2011 Dodge Nitro, available at your Dodge dealership serving Alexandria, a mid-size SUV combines a high belt line and a raised seating position for passengers in a unique and distinctive “boxy” shape to set itself apart from other mid-size SUV’s. Available in rear-wheel or four-wheel drive the Dodge Nitro comes in three trims: Heat, Detonator, and Shock. All 3 trims feature a powerful 260-hp 4.0-liter V6 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The Heat offers standard amenities such as power mirrors, windows and door locks with remote keyless entry, satellite radio, air conditioning, cruise control and seating for five. The Detonator adds rear-park assist, remote start system, power driver’s seat, overhead console, trip computer, compass and exterior temperature display. The Shock adds heated front seats, leather trim interior, and a power sunroof.

Standard safety features include: front airbags, side curtain airbags, active head restraints, traction and stability control with roll-over mitigation, brake assist, and a tire-pressure monitor. For 2011, the Heat gets several upgrades including a larger engine, five-speed automatic transmission, new wheels, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, cruise control, UConnect, security system, and deep tinted windows. The Detonator and Shock each get new wheels and a hood stripe. Come visit Safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Springfield for a test drive today!

Performance

Standard on the Nitro SE and SLT is a 3.7-liter V6 rated for 210 horsepower and 235 pound-feet of torque. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard. The Dodge Nitro R/T comes with a 4.0-liter V6 engine good for 260 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque; it’s paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. All versions of the Nitro are available with either rear-wheel drive (2WD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). Properly equipped, the Nitro can tow up to 5,000 pounds regardless of drivetrain.

Safety

Antilock disc brakes, traction control, stability control and full-length side curtain airbags are standard on the 2011 Dodge Nitro. The stability control system includes a trailer sway control feature. Rear parking sensors are optional. In crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Nitro earned a perfect five stars for all frontal- and side-impact categories.