Used 2011 Dodge Nitro Shock SUV Review
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Best SUV For the Buck!
motownrocker, Warren, MI, 10/02/2011
2011 Dodge Nitro Shock 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
This review is for my 2011 Nitro Heat 4.0 (a model that wasn't listed in your roll-down).
The Heat version is Chrysler's former "SXT" trim:
decent exterior trim but inexpensive (cloth) interior seating.
At model year's end, it was tough to locate a Heat with the rare 4.0 engine option (same engine that the old RT's had).
Apparently that's a little-known option on the Heats--even the … salesperson was unaware of it.
You HAVE to get the 4.0 engine if you want great performance and gas mileage (better than the std. 3.7).
I just completed a 300 mile trip (with 400 miles on the odometer) and got over 22mpg at an avg 75mph.
The engine's quick off the line, the build quality is great, etc.
Going Back to Dodge
nitro_drummer, Columbus, OH, 09/12/2011
2011 Dodge Nitro Shock 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
This is the first Dodge I've owned since having a Dodge Daytona Shelby Z back in 1992. After experiencing all the problems with that car, I said I wouldn't own another Dodge. Well, I bought my 2011 Nitro Heat 4.0 on Aug 31st and so far, I'm very happy. I had been in the market for a 5 passenger SUV, and after growing tired of looking at all others with no real style or excitement, the … Nitro, with it's large grill and huge 20" chrome wheels hit me like a breath of fresh air. I have to thank my wife for helping me find a car that makes me smile again.
Love my Dodge Nitro Shock 2011
KKR, 10/09/2010
2011 Dodge Nitro Shock 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
While gas mileage is not great, driving it is! I feel safe and secure. I have owned my Nitro Shock for about a month and have no complaints so far. I love the hands free phone, the touch screen radio, and the power sunroof. The leather is nice and the seats are very comfortable. Spacious and nicely designed. Power is everything I need, can't wait til' winter to try out the 4 wheel drive … capabilities! The Dodge Nitro looks like a cross between a jeep, range rover, and a hummer. Love it! It is elegant but tough!
Rough like a tank, but treated like luxury!
Marilyn, Rio Rancho, NM, 08/03/2018
2011 Dodge Nitro Shock 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
I have owned my vehicle since 2011. I liked the sporty look with all chrome exterior and leather heated seats. The first winter I used the heat control for my seats the side of the leather seats cracked. That was not good. I have had it in the shop twice for check engine light on. This resulted in a new catalytic converter and oxygenator replacement. The struts on the front make … the ride a bit rough and shocks on the back. After 6 years I have replaced struts and shocks. The ride is smoother and more gas efficient about 20 to 22 mpg. Now it's time for new tires which is normal. Over all I like my car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Dodge Nitro Shock SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Considerable towing capacity, brawny image.
- Con:Subpar gas mileage
- Con:lackluster acceleration with either engine
- Con:chintzy interior
- Con:vague steering and trucklike handling.
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