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2011 Dodge Nitro MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Dodge Nitro is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2010 model. Among 104 SUVs rated for 2011, it ranks 60th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #60 of 104 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Dodge Nitro's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 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
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2011 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. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 60Dodge Nitro18 MPG $2,583
  7. 104Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2011 NitroOther SUVsClass median: $2,485/yr

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

Nitro MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
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 · 3.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Nitro 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Nitro 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.7L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2011 Dodge Nitro vs. rivals

vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Xterra 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Liberty 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Tribeca 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Borrego 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Volkswagen Touareg Diesel 22 MPG · $2,523/yr Touareg Diesel saves $61/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Dodge Nitro?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Dodge Nitro use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Dodge Nitro?

The 2011 Dodge Nitro's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 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 2011 Dodge Nitro per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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