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Compare Dodge Nitro Detonator vs Heat

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Dodge Nitro
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16/22 mpg
City/Hwy
210 hp
Horsepower
N/A
Dodge Nitro Review and Specs
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Overview

Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
3.7L V6 Gas
Horsepower
260 hp @ 6000 rpm
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque
265 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,038 lbs
3,976 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
18 MPG
18 MPG
City
16 MPG
16 MPG
Highway
21 MPG
22 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.4 Tons/yr
10.4 Tons/yr
EPA rating
3
3

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
19.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
312 miles
312 miles
Cruising Range Highway
409.5 miles
429 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
178.9 in
178.9 in
Height
70.5 in
70.5 in
Max Width
73.1 in
73.1 in
Front Width
61 in
61 in
Rear Width
61 in
61 in
Wheelbase
108.8 in
108.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.8 in
40.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.6 in
40.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.2 in
57.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.1 in
56.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.8 in
40.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.4 in
56.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
47.4 in
47.4 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
68.7 ft³
68.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.3 ft³
29.3 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
40.5 in
40.5 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.3 ft
36.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 7.5"
20" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 7.5"
20" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Upper/Lower "A" arms
Upper/Lower "A" arms
Rear Suspension
Live Axle
Live Axle

Tires

Front Tire
P245/50R20
P245/50R20
Rear Tire
P245/50R20
P245/50R20
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Slate Gray Interior, Cloth bucket seats
  • Dark Slate Gray Interior, Cloth bucket seats

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Optional
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Optional

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Emissions
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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