How much does the 2009 Dodge Nitro cost?

The 2009 Dodge Nitro has a starting MSRP of $22,240, ranging up to $26,220 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SE from $22,240; SLT from $24,560.

What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Dodge Nitro?

The 2009 Dodge Nitro achieves up to 18 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2009 Dodge Nitro have?

The 2009 Dodge Nitro offers up to 75.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2009 Dodge Nitro tow?

The 2009 Dodge Nitro has a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2009 Dodge Nitro come in?

The 2009 Dodge Nitro is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across SUV body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.

2009 Dodge Nitro

2 trims · 4 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$22,240 – $26,220

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on SE

Total price (SE MSRP)

$22,240

Typical monthly

$440/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2009 Dodge Nitro trims

SE RWD
MSRP
$22,240
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/22
Horsepower
210 hp
Torque
235 lb-ft
Engine
3.7L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
75.6
Max towing
5,000 lbs
SE 4WD
MSRP
$23,900
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
15/21
Horsepower
210 hp
Torque
235 lb-ft
Engine
3.7L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
4WD
Cargo (cu ft)
75.6
Max towing
5,000 lbs
SLT RWD
MSRP
$24,560
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/22
Horsepower
210 hp
Torque
235 lb-ft
Engine
3.7L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
75.6
Max towing
5,000 lbs
SLT 4WD
MSRP
$26,220
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
15/21
Horsepower
210 hp
Torque
235 lb-ft
Engine
3.7L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
4WD
Cargo (cu ft)
75.6
Max towing
5,000 lbs

Compare 2009 Dodge Nitro trim specifications
Spec	SE RWD	SE 4WD	SLT RWD	SLT 4WD
MSRP	$22,240	$23,900	$24,560	$26,220
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	16/22	15/21	16/22	15/21
Horsepower	210 hp	210 hp	210 hp	210 hp
Torque	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft
Engine	3.7L V6 gas	3.7L V6 gas	3.7L V6 gas	3.7L V6 gas
Seating	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	RWD	4WD	RWD	4WD
Cargo (cu ft)	75.6	75.6	75.6	75.6
Max towing	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: SE RWDgas
SE 4WDgas
SLT RWDgas
SLT 4WDgas
Fuel type: SE RWDregular unleaded
SE 4WDregular unleaded
SLT RWDregular unleaded
SLT 4WDregular unleaded
Cylinders: SE RWDV6
SE 4WDV6
SLT RWDV6
SLT 4WDV6
Displacement: SE RWD3.7 L
SE 4WD3.7 L
SLT RWD3.7 L
SLT 4WD3.7 L
Horsepower: SE RWD210 hp
SE 4WD210 hp
SLT RWD210 hp
SLT 4WD210 hp
Torque: SE RWD235 lb-ft
SE 4WD235 lb-ft
SLT RWD235 lb-ft
SLT 4WD235 lb-ft
Transmission: SE RWD4-speed automatic
SE 4WD4-speed automatic
SLT RWD4-speed automatic
SLT 4WD4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: SE RWDrear wheel drive
SE 4WDfour wheel drive
SLT RWDrear wheel drive
SLT 4WDfour wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SE RWDSUV
SE 4WDSUV
SLT RWDSUV
SLT 4WDSUV
Doors: SE RWD5
SE 4WD5
SLT RWD5
SLT 4WD5
Seating: SE RWD5
SE 4WD5
SLT RWD5
SLT 4WD5
Length: SE RWD178.9 in
SE 4WD178.9 in
SLT RWD178.9 in
SLT 4WD178.9 in
Width: SE RWD73.1 in
SE 4WD73.1 in
SLT RWD73.1 in
SLT 4WD73.1 in
Height: SE RWD69.9 in
SE 4WD69.9 in
SLT RWD69.9 in
SLT 4WD69.9 in
Wheelbase: SE RWD108.8 in
SE 4WD108.8 in
SLT RWD108.8 in
SLT 4WD108.8 in
Ground clearance: SE RWD8.1 in
SE 4WD8.1 in
SLT RWD8.1 in
SLT 4WD8.1 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: SE RWD32.1 cu ft
SE 4WD32.1 cu ft
SLT RWD32.1 cu ft
SLT 4WD32.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: SE RWD75.6 cu ft
SE 4WD75.6 cu ft
SLT RWD75.6 cu ft
SLT 4WD75.6 cu ft
Max towing: SE RWD5,000 lbs
SE 4WD5,000 lbs
SLT RWD5,000 lbs
SLT 4WD5,000 lbs
Max payload: SE RWD1,150 lbs
SE 4WD1,150 lbs
SLT RWD1,150 lbs
SLT 4WD1,150 lbs
Curb weight: SE RWD3,971 lbs
SE 4WD—
SLT RWD3,982 lbs
SLT 4WD4,162 lbs
Fuel tank: SE RWD19.5 gal
SE 4WD19.5 gal
SLT RWD19.5 gal
SLT 4WD19.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: SE RWD18
SE 4WD17
SLT RWD18
SLT 4WD17
City MPG: SE RWD16
SE 4WD15
SLT RWD16
SLT 4WD15
Highway MPG: SE RWD22
SE 4WD21
SLT RWD22
SLT 4WD21

Full specifications by trim
Spec	SE RWD	SE 4WD	SLT RWD	SLT 4WD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	V6	V6	V6	V6
Displacement	3.7 L	3.7 L	3.7 L	3.7 L
Horsepower	210 hp	210 hp	210 hp	210 hp
Torque	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft	235 lb-ft
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Doors	5	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5	5
Length	178.9 in	178.9 in	178.9 in	178.9 in
Width	73.1 in	73.1 in	73.1 in	73.1 in
Height	69.9 in	69.9 in	69.9 in	69.9 in
Wheelbase	108.8 in	108.8 in	108.8 in	108.8 in
Ground clearance	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	32.1 cu ft	32.1 cu ft	32.1 cu ft	32.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	75.6 cu ft	75.6 cu ft	75.6 cu ft	75.6 cu ft
Max towing	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs
Max payload	1,150 lbs	1,150 lbs	1,150 lbs	1,150 lbs
Curb weight	3,971 lbs	—	3,982 lbs	4,162 lbs
Fuel tank	19.5 gal	19.5 gal	19.5 gal	19.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	18	17	18	17
City MPG	16	15	16	15
Highway MPG	22	21	22	21