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2009 Dodge Nitro

2 trims · 4 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$22,240 – $26,220

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

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Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Dodge Nitro? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

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 2026-10-11). 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

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

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2009 Dodge Nitro FAQ

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.