The 2008 Dodge Nitro is an aggressively styled mid-sized SUV with optional full time all wheel drive. Combined with an available 6-speed manual transmission, the Nitro is an SUV with the heart of a sports car.
Nitro's engines are a 3.7 liter V6 generating 210 horsepower and a 4.0 liter V6 that puts out 255 horsepower. The 3.7 liter sends it power through either a 4-speed automatic transmission or a close-ratio 6 speed manual transmission. The 4.0 comes standard with the 5-speed automatic usually reserved for Dodge's massive HEMI V8's.
The Nitro comes in SXT, SLT, and R/T trims. Features like a rear auxiliary power outlet come standard in all trims, but for options such as touch screen display and rear seat video screens, you will have to opt for the SLT or R/T.
The R/T comes standard with 20 inch chrome wheels and billet-style grille.
Fuel Economy is 18 miles per gallon city and 24 highway.
Base MSRP is $19,595, but an optioned-out Nitro can run into the mid to high $20's.
With the power and handling to match its sporty, yet rugged styling, the 2008 Dodge Nitro aims to own the road.