Especificaciones y análisis del Dodge Nitro
Power
177HP
Torque
460Nm
Consumption
9l/100
Emissions
242g/km
0-100 km/h
10.5s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
2015kg
Price
36,075€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 5v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
- L
70 L
130 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dodge Nitro 2.8 CRD 4WD SXT Aut. · 177 CV (2010-2011)
General description
The Dodge Nitro burst onto the asphalt as a statement of intent. It's not just an SUV; it's the personification of American muscle in a family format, a bold beast that refuses to go unnoticed and promises a driving experience full of character and brute force.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Nitro envelops you in an undeniable sense of power. Its 2.8-liter, 177 hp diesel engine pushes with the force of its 460 Nm of torque, moving its more than two tons with surprising ease. It doesn't seek the agility of a sports car, but rather offers a dominant and confident ride, with a suspension that prioritizes robustness over refined comfort, reminding you at every moment that you're driving a true off-roader with the soul of a 'muscle car'.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is its soul. Straight lines, an imposing chrome grille that seems to devour the road, and flared wheel arches that scream strength. The Nitro is a sculpture on wheels, an unapologetic design exercise that evokes a masculinity and aggressiveness that set it apart from any other vehicle on the road. It's an aesthetic choice that defines its driver.
Technology and features
Technologically, the Nitro is a child of its time. It offers the essentials for safe and capable driving, such as its switchable all-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox that does its job without fanfare. Its focus is not on the latest gadgets, but on pure, hard mechanics. Common-rail direct injection and a variable geometry turbo are the heart of a machine designed to perform.
Competition
In a market populated by SUVs with smooth lines like the Nissan X-Trail or the Mitsubishi Outlander, the Dodge Nitro played in its own league. Its most direct rival in terms of platform and philosophy was the Jeep Cherokee, but the Nitro set itself apart with a much more radical and street-style aesthetic. It competed not so much on fuel consumption or space figures, but on its ability to turn heads and offer a unique personality.
Conclusion
The Dodge Nitro is not a rational purchase; it's a purely emotional decision. It's a vehicle for those who value image, a sense of invulnerability, and a design that is a statement of principles. Despite its fuel consumption and room for refinement, it leaves an indelible mark. It's a car with a soul, a piece of American automotive culture that makes you feel different every time you get behind the wheel.