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Dodge Nitro Horsepower & Torque (2007 - 2011): Your Comprehensive Guide

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


The Dodge Nitro, produced from 2007 to 2011, was a compact SUV that shared its platform with the Jeep Liberty, offering a bold design and versatile drivetrain options.

Performance highlights include a 3.7L V6 engine producing 210 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque, with an optional 4.0L V6 delivering up to 260 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options ranged from a 6-speed manual to 4- and 5-speed automatics, with rear-wheel drive standard and part-time four-wheel drive available.

The Nitro stood out for its robust powertrain lineup during its production run.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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2011 Dodge Nitro Horsepower

The 2011 Dodge Nitro features a horsepower range from 210 hp with the 3.7L SOHC engine to 260 hp with the 4.0L SOHC engine.

Torque output varies from 235 lb-ft with the 3.7L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 4.0L engine, both available in 2WD and 4WD configurations.

The vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

2011 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 2WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Shock SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm
Shock SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 2WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
2011 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Heat SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Heat SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Detonator SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm
Detonator SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm

2010 Dodge Nitro Horsepower

The Dodge Nitro is equipped with a 3.7L or 4.0L SOHC engine, producing a consistent horsepower of 210 hp and torque of 235 lb-ft across configurations. The vehicle is available with either a 2WD or 4WD drivetrain, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission.

2010 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Shock SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Shock SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
2010 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Heat SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Heat SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Detonator SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Detonator SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm

2009 Dodge Nitro Horsepower

The 2009 Dodge Nitro features a horsepower range from 210 hp with the 3.7L SOHC engine to 260 hp with the 4.0L SOHC engine.

Torque output varies from 235 lb-ft with the 3.7L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 4.0L engine.

Available drivetrains include 2WD and 4WD configurations, paired with either a 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed automatic transmission.

2009 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SE SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
R/T SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm
R/T SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm 265 ft-lbs @ 4,200 rpm

2008 Dodge Nitro Horsepower

The 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a 3.7L SOHC engine producing 210 hp and 235 lb-ft of torque, available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations.

Additionally, a 4.0L SOHC engine variant also generates 210 hp and 235 lb-ft of torque, with the same drivetrain options.

Transmission options include a 6-speed manual for both engine configurations.

2008 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
R/T SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
R/T SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm

2007 Dodge Nitro Horsepower

The Dodge Nitro is equipped with a 3.7L SOHC V6 engine, producing a consistent output of 210 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque across configurations.

It is available with either a 2WD or 4WD drivetrain, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2007 Dodge Nitro Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SXT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
SLT SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
R/T SUV 4.0L | V6 | SOHC | 5 Spd Auto | 4WD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
R/T SUV 3.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto Vlp | RWD 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm 235 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm
Dodge Nitro Horsepower Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
Dodge Nitro Horsepower Data Brought To You By AutoPadre