2009 Dodge Nitro User Reviews

Pros

truck runs great...plenty of space...looks cool...no complaints at all.

Purchased As Used

I bought this truck used about a month ago. I love the bold look the truck has. Now that I have one I have seen them all over the place. An SUV that actually does good with gas mileage....imagine that. The truck has plenty of space and it runs great. Does ride a little like a JEEP but I can deal with it. Definately would recommend it too anyone....read morehide

Pros

Amazing Look

Cons

Quality of some interior parts

Purchased As New

Phenomenal beast of a car, the exact thing I was looking for after driving around a Saturn Ion. Feels much better to be in a stronger and seemingly much more durable vehicle.

Pros

Roomy interior, great seats

Cons

Soft steering and body roll

Purchased As New

After reading numerous negative comments on several car websites about the Nitro I decided after all to purchase the 4X4 RT model.
The only reason why I bought my 2008 RT is the price, I paid $28500 CDN, with my gig, nav system, sunroof ect. I love the vehicle, since I used to own a Jeep Liberty. However I dislike the steering and the body roll around corners. I added a Magnaflow cat back system and a K&N air filter. It responses very quickly of the line and the 5 speed automatic transmission works very smooth and the vehicle is fun to drive. I also purchased 17 inch rims from eBay, which I replace in the winter with winter tires. Riding 20 inch 245?s in the winter would be tough, even with 4X4. The bottom line, for the money I paid I got an awesome truck....read morehide

Purchased As New

the only problem i had was at 5000 miles i had to replace the engine the valves were tapping bad and not a lot of power, so the dealer decide best was to put a new engine in it so far its been great.

Purchased As New

Engine has great torque and overall pickup. Interior seats are comfortable and stylish. I/P is a little plain - hard plastics. Very roomy. 20" wheels add to the overall bold / aggressive appearance.

Pros

I like the interior size

Cons

engine cuts out

Purchased As New

Great vehicle overall. Rough ride but it is a jeep product. My biggest complaint is the engine cuts out all of the time. When I addressed it with the dealership, they put it on the computer and updated the computer chip. Then it was worse. They tell me it the engine lights dont come on, then they cant track the problem. Other than that, it has great get up and go. My sister owns a hummer and still likes to drive my nitro.Once I get this small detail resolved, I will probably drive this until it goes no further....read morehide

Pros

Overall good vehicle to own

I love this vehicle. The family fits good in it and we have plenty of trunk space. We purchased this vehicle new with 14miles. I can honestly say this has been one of the nicest vehicles we've had in a long time. It runs good on fuel too.

Pros

Good fuel use for an SUV, Very Comfortable, TONS of room

Cons

Like any 4x4 it rides a bit rough

I have owned several Jeeps and SUVs and the Nitro is definitely my favorite. I plan to keep this one until the wheels fall off! There is a ton of room, it sits at just the right height and there is not a huge blind spot like many vehicles.

Pros

Great for all around use!

Cons

Gets a little scary if you have a flat tire while driving. Also, had to replace compressor at 50k m

So far it's been Great. I can pull my Seadoo as well as trailers. When I clean it up it looks great for business. I drive alot so I have racked up some miles. It has do well so far.....