Dodge Nitro SX 2007 review
The Dodge Nitro may not be as imposing as the larger SUVs or XNUMXxXNUMXs that weave their way through traffic, but it still has presence and presence.
For image-conscious people, this definitely qualifies as a macho car, but importantly for those looking for economy, it won't be as destructive when refueling.
Nitro designer Tim Enness said the M80 project began life in January 2001 as a blueprint for a pickup truck for a concept car.
“Then we also looked at the SUV and it was popular,” he said.
“The results of the research showed that the front end looked too much like a Jeep with its rounded headlights, so we changed them to square ones.”
The Nitro features the iconic Dodge grille with a Dodge ram in the center.
The chrome grille stretches from corner to corner, including square headlights, wide fenders extending further, and a clamshell hood at the top. The effect is all macho.
Nitro isn't shy with technology either - it's very intuitive.
Dodge Nitro is well versed in digital entertainment and communications technologies, including MP3, CD, DVD, USB, VES (for video entertainment system) and the new MyGIG multimedia infotainment system.
MyGIG includes a 20 GB hard drive that can store music and photos.
Chrysler Group's Australian Managing Director Gerry Jenkins said: “The Dodge Nitro has a wide range of potential customers ranging from midsize SUV buyers to Falcon and Commodore owners looking for something different.
“The Nitro is definitely fresh, with a masculine appearance, it has a get-out-of-the-road style and a kickass turbodiesel option that would be especially attractive to buyers with a price that would surprise and delight.”
Standard equipment on the car includes electronic stability program, electronic roll mitigation, traction control at all speeds, emergency brake assist, advanced anti-lock brakes and side curtain airbags.
The Dodge Nitro will be available as standard with a 3.7-liter V6 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission, while the 2.8-liter common rail turbodiesel engine will come standard with a five-speed automatic transmission.
