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Dodge Journey vs Dodge Nitro

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Dodge Nitro

Overview

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
Selected trimSE ValueSE Fleet
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202011

Pricing & market

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
MSRP$23,675$21,590 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,790$6,499 (best)
Median listing price$10,888$6,499 (best)
Highest listing price$15,097$6,499 (best)
For sale now7 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank20.5 gal (best)19.5 gal

Performance

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
Horsepower172 hp210 hp (best)
Torque165 lb-ft235 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L3.7 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume67.6 cu ft75.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,150 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,818 lbs (best)3,976 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)108.8 in
Length192.4 in (best)178.9 in
Width72.2 in73.1 in (best)
Height66.6 in70.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueDodge NitroSE Fleet
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)3

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge JourneyDodge Nitro
1

SE Value

$23,675 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE Fleet

$21,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Crossroad

$28,595 MSRP

SE Fleet

$23,340 MSRP

3

Heat

$22,245 MSRP

4

Heat

$23,995 MSRP

5

SXT Fleet

$23,235 MSRP

6

SXT Fleet

$24,985 MSRP

7

Detonator

$26,245 MSRP

8

Detonator

$27,995 MSRP

9

Shock

$27,245 MSRP

10

Shock

$28,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Dodge Journey vs Dodge Nitro FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2011 Dodge Nitro on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Dodge Nitro starts lower at $21,590. Live Dodge Journey listings start at $6,790. Live Dodge Nitro listings start at $6,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
The 2011 Dodge Nitro leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,590).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
The 2020 Dodge Journey leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
The 2011 Dodge Nitro leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better seats: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
The 2020 Dodge Journey leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Dodge Nitro?
The 2011 Dodge Nitro leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2011 Dodge Nitro?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Journey (4/5 NHTSA overall); Dodge Nitro (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).