2009 Dodge Nitro for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2009 Dodge Nitro for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2009 Dodge Nitro specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.7L 6-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 3.7L 6-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $20.31 | $20.31 | $21.39 | $21.39 |
2009 Dodge Nitro: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.7 L | 4.0 L | 3.7 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$3,700 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,062 | $4,278 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2009 Dodge Nitro
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (15), latches/locks/linkages (6) and air bags (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V396000 | 2020-07-07 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2009 Dodge Nitro
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2009 Dodge Nitro for sale by us right now. This page sets out the 2009 Dodge Nitro for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the Nitro
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA has 36 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, latches/locks/linkages and air bags. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
The powertrain here is the 3.7L 6-cylinder with rear-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 13.1 L/100 km combined, so budget about 39 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $203.10. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Nitro
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Space and size
The higher seat of an SUV gives a good view of the road in traffic.
Rent it for a week first
A test week in the Nitro tells you more than any review. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week with the Nitro answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
Within the 2009 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
The cost of driving it
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $203.10 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $20.31 in fuel.
Make a request
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2009 Dodge Nitro from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2009 Dodge Nitro for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2009 Dodge Nitro
Does CarmaCars sell the 2009 Dodge Nitro?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2009 Dodge Nitro before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2009 Dodge Nitro have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2009 Dodge Nitro cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4062.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.