Dodge Nitro MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Dodge Nitro model year from 2007 to 2011 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Nitro has been offered with 4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2008 (up to 19 MPG combined). All rated versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Dodge Nitro fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 17–18 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 17–18 | 3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 17–18 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 17–19 | 3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 17–19 | 3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2011 Dodge Nitro: engines & MPG
The 2011 Nitro was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2010 Dodge Nitro: engines & MPG
The 2010 Nitro was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG |
2009 Dodge Nitro: engines & MPG
The 2009 Nitro was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG |
2008 Dodge Nitro: engines & MPG
The 2008 Nitro was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2007 Dodge Nitro: engines & MPG
The 2007 Nitro was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Nitro 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Dodge Nitro get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Nitro ranges from 17 to 19 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2008 model year.
What engines does the 2011 Dodge Nitro have?
The 2011 Nitro was EPA-rated with 4.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl — see the 2011 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Dodge Nitro require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular.
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Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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