Dodge Nitro vs Jeep Patriot
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Jeep Patriot
Overview
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE Fleet | Sport |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,590 | $18,040 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal (best) | 13.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp (best) | 158 hp |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft (best) | 141 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 75.6 cu ft (best) | 63.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,150 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,976 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in (best) | 103.7 in |
| Length | 178.9 in (best) | 173.8 in |
| Width | 73.1 in (best) | 69.2 in |
| Height | 70.5 in (best) | 65.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge NitroSE Fleet | Jeep PatriotSport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | None reported (best) |
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.
| Trim | Dodge Nitro | Jeep Patriot |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Fleet $21,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $18,040 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE Fleet $23,340 MSRP | Sport $20,040 MSRP |
| 3 | Heat $22,245 MSRP | Sport SE $18,835 MSRP |
| 4 | Heat $23,995 MSRP | Sport SE $20,835 MSRP |
| 5 | SXT Fleet $23,235 MSRP | 75th Anniversary Edition $21,275 MSRP |
| 6 | SXT Fleet $24,985 MSRP | 75th Anniversary Edition $22,775 MSRP |
| 7 | Detonator $26,245 MSRP | Latitude $22,540 MSRP |
| 8 | Detonator $27,995 MSRP | Latitude $25,840 MSRP |
| 9 | Shock $27,245 MSRP | High Altitude Edition $23,685 MSRP |
| 10 | Shock $28,995 MSRP | High Altitude Edition $26,985 MSRP |