Are there any drawbacks to the 2008 Dodge Nitro?

One of the major performance drawbacks on the 2008 Dodge Nitro is the fuel economy, which Edmunds claims is “not a strong point for the Dodge Nitro no matter which engine you choose.”

What kind of engine does a Dodge Nitro have?

For the 2008 Dodge Nitro, two engines are available. ConsumerGuide lists the available engines as “a 210-hp 3.7-liter V6” that “is standard on SLT and SXT,” while Dodge Nitro “R/Ts have a 260-hp 4.0-liter V6.”

What kind of infotainment system does a Dodge Nitro have?

Options include a MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with navigation that features real-time traffic data updates, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3 audio with premium speakers and a subwoofer, remote start, ParkSense, and UConnect for Bluetooth phones. On the road, the 2008 Dodge Nitro isn’t the model of refinement.

What kind of noise does a Dodge Nitro make?

I have a 3.7L with the 4sp 42RLE transmission. I haven’t read anything about it on Alldata TSBs… The noise sounds kinda like injectors but slightly louder and can be hear right in the area described above. I work so I can…

Which is the best review of a 2008 Dodge Nitro?

Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2008 Dodge Nitro provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2008 Nitro at Edmunds.

Are there any changes to the Dodge Nitro?

Click here to read our full review of the Dodge Nitro. For its second year of production, there are only minor changes to the Nitro. Three new colors are offered. A trailer-sway-mitigating algorithm designed to keep the Nitro and anything it might be lugging on course is added to the stability-control system.

What kind of transmission does a 2008 Dodge Nitro have?

To go along with the two engine choices, for 2008 Dodge offers three transmissions for the Dodge Nitro. ConsumerGuide says “a 6-speed manual transmission is standard on SXT,” while “a 4-speed automatic is standard on SLT and optional for SXT,” and R/Ts come exclusively with “a 5-speed automatic.”

Are there any drawbacks to the 2008 Dodge Nitro?