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2008 Dodge Nitro MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Dodge Nitro is a SUV offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 33rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,447 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,447 15,000 mi/yr · $16.32 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #33 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Dodge Nitro's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 33Dodge Nitro19 MPG $2,447
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 NitroOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Nitro MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Nitro 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Nitro 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Nitro 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Nitro 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Nitro 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Nitro 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.7L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

2008 Dodge Nitro vs. rivals

vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Liberty 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Equinox 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Torrent 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Edge 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Acadia 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Outlook 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Enclave 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Dodge Nitro?

Up to 19 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Dodge Nitro use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Dodge Nitro?

The 2008 Dodge Nitro's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Dodge Nitro per year?

About $2,447 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $16.32 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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