Car financing: 2009 Dodge Nitro
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. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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.
Thinking of buying the 2009 Dodge Nitro?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2009 Dodge Nitro for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is what to know about the 2009 Dodge Nitro before buying one.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA has 36 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, latches/locks/linkages and air bags.
Engine and fuel
The 3.7L 6-cylinder does the work, through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 13.1 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 39 litres. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $20.31, and a 300 km weekend about $60.93. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
Families, skiers and anyone with bulky luggage. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Living with the Nitro
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
Rent it for a week first
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. A test week in the Nitro tells you more than any review. A week with the Nitro answers more than any brochure.
Year and trim
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $20.31 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Next step
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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.
Ask us about the 2009 Dodge Nitro
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.