Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 15 | 21 | 17 | 15.68 | 11.2 | 13.84 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | suv | 6 | 3.7 | Regular | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel Drive |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3 | 2011 Dodge Nitro SUV 4WD | standard |
Model year reports
2011
NewestThe 2011 Dodge Nitro presents below-average reliability, primarily due to significant and recurring electrical system failures, particularly with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM).
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Dodge Nitro?
Carfocal currently has 1 published Nitro report, covering 2011 through 2011. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2011 Dodge Nitro presents below-average reliability, primarily due to significant and recurring electrical system failures, particularly with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM).
Published year coverage: 2011.
Is the Dodge Nitro reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Dodge Nitro. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2011 dodge nitro presents below-average reliability, primarily due to significant and recurring electrical system failures, particularly with the totally integrated power module (tipm). and the 2011 dodge nitro's value proposition is diminished by its below-average reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Dodge Nitro?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2011.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 1
- Years tracked
- 1
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints