2009 Dodge Nitro SLT

Exterior Features

• Rear Trunk/Liftgate: Liftgate
• Door Handle Color: Black
• Mirror Color: Black
• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Fender Lip Moldings: Body-Color
• Body Side Moldings: Body-Color
• Grille Color: Chrome Surround
• Grille Color: Black
• Rear Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Rocker Panel Color: Black

Comfort Features

• Floor Mat Material: Carpet
• Dash Trim: Simulated Alloy
• Steering Wheel Trim: Leather
• Floor Mats: Rear
• Floor Mats: Front
• Floor Material: Carpet

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Front Air Conditioning

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt
• Center Console: Front Console With Storage
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Cargo Area
• One-Touch Windows: 2
• Reading Lights: Front
• Power Outlet(s): 115V Rear
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Power Steering
• Multi-Function Remote: Keyless Entry
• Overhead Console: Front
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Reading Lights: Rear
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Front
• Rearview Mirror: Auto-Dimming
• Universal Remote Transmitter: Homelink - Garage Door Opener
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Storage: Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear
• Storage: Sliding Extending Cargo Floor

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Suspension Type: Double Wishbone
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Suspension Classification: Solid Live Axle
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Front Brake Width: 1.1
• Rear Brake Diameter: 12.4
• Rear Brake Width: 0.47
• Front Brake Diameter: 11.9
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel

Drivetrain

• 4WD Type: Part Time
• Axle Ratio: 3.73
• 4WD Selector: Electronic

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Roll Stability Control

Towing and Hauling

• Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler

Engine

• Battery Rating: 600 CCA
• Alternator: 160 Amps
• Battery: Maintenance-Free

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 4
• Radio: AM/FM
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Warnings And Reminders: Lamp Failure
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Oil Pressure
• Warnings And Reminders: Coolant Temperature Warning
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Compass
• External Temperature Display
• Multi-Function Display
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level
• Trip Odometer

Lights

• Front Fog Lights

Tires and Rims

• Wheels: Aluminum Alloy
• Spare Tire Size: Temporary
• Tire Type: Performance
• Tire Type: All Season
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Underbody
• Spare Wheel Type: Steel
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Roof

• Roof Rack Crossbars: Black

Windows

• Liftgate Window: Fixed
• Window Defogger: Rear
• Power Windows
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
• Rear Privacy Glass
• Rear Wiper: Variable Intermittent
• Rear Wiper: With Washer
• Tinted Glass: Windshield

Safety

• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Manual Folding
• Side Mirrors: Heated

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Vehicle Immobilizer
• Power Door Locks: Auto-Locking

Seats

• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Height
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: 6
• Rear Headrests: 2
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Premium Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Passenger Seat Folding: Folds Flat
• Rear Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining
• Rear Headrests: Adjustable
• Rear Seat Folding: Flat
• Front Headrests: Adjustable
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining

Seatbelts

• Rear Seatbelts: Center 3-Point

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 3.4
• Steering Ratio: 17.4

The Dodge Nitro is a midsize SUV bold, aggressive styling and performance to match.

It offers space, functionality and flexibility. Nitro's fold-flat first-row passenger seat and second-row seats offer a variety of loading options. The Load 'n Go cargo floor slides 18 inches rearward for easy loading and unloading and holds as much as 400 pounds.

Chassis improvements for 2009 Dodge Nitro include stiffer rear axle shafts, retuned springs, shocks, anti-roll bars and steering gear valve. These enhancements provide a more precise, linear feel and improve steering and handling. Additional improvements to brake pedal feel are achieved through a retuned booster, low rollback calipers and a revised brake pedal ratio.

The 3.7-liter standard V-6 engine on the 2009 Dodge Nitro SE and SLT models is efficient, durable and smooth. It produces 210 hp and 235 lb.-ft. of torque. The performance-oriented, 4.0-liter V-6 engine that is standard on the Dodge Nitro R/T model delivers 260 hp and 265 lb.-ft. of torque.

The Dodge Nitro features a part-time 4WD system. Two-wheel- and 4WD modes are electronically controlled by a switch in the center console, which can be selected at any time. Also standard on the Dodge Nitro is an Electronic Stability Program, which helps the driver maintain vehicle directional stability in severe maneuvers on any type of surface.