Trim Report

Dodge Nitro Detonator2008

Includes:NITRO|Detonator

Detonator Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,499
$2K–$10K
19 listings159,211 avg miles
Heat
From$900
26 listings|$900–$12K
R/T
From$3,500
5 listings|$4K–$7K
SE
From$2,995
12 listings|$3K–$10K
SLT
From$2,995
16 listings|$3K–$8K
SXT
From$1,995
17 listings|$2K–$10K
Shock
From$3,500
3 listings|$4K–$8K
Data coming soon
Detonator

Dodge Nitro Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Dodge Nitro trims

Elevated

The 2008 Dodge Nitro's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 393 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
393
Complaints
17
Crashes
12
Fires
Recall Findings
20V3960002020-07-07
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.

Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Dodge Nitro has accumulated 393 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System88
02Fuel System, Gasoline61
03Fuel/propulsion System34
04Electrical System,visibility/wiper12
05Electrical System,exterior Lighting11
393 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Nitro Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Dodge Nitro trims

17–19mpg combined
·
15-16city
·
20-22hwy
·
$3,550-$3,950/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2008 Dodge Nitro ranges from 17 to 19 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Nitro 2WD - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Nitro 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Nitro 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
18mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Nitro 4WD - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Nitro 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Nitro 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Detonator Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2008 Dodge Nitro Detonator

How does the Detonator compare to other Dodge Nitro trims?

Every Dodge Nitro trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Dodge Nitro Detonator?

The Detonator shares its core mechanicals with other Dodge Nitro trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for electrical system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2008 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Dodge Nitro Detonator?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Nitro Detonator year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Dodge Nitro overview compares all years side by side.

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