Dodge Nitro A Go-Go!

mystikranger · 10-07-2005, 03:45 PM

October 6, 2005 - At the California International Auto Show today, the Chrysler Group confirmed production of the Dodge Nitro mid-size SUV for the 2007 model year. Nitro will be the first mid-size SUV for Dodge, completing the brand's current lineup of cars, minivans, trucks, commercial vehicles and a full-size SUV.

"The Dodge Nitro will strengthen and grow the Dodge brand by allowing us to attract a new buyer," said Steven Landry, Vice President - Dodge Marketing, Chrysler Group. "Dodge Nitro will be more than just another typical mid-size SUV; it will attract customers looking for distinctive style, affordable performance and utility."

The Dodge Nitro is based on the Dodge Nitro concept vehicle that was unveiled at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show in February, 2005.

The Dodge Nitro concept vehicle, along with the Dodge Caliber concept vehicle unveiled at the 2005 Geneva Auto Show in March, 2005, signify the global expansion of the brand, and embody the bold, powerful and capable characteristics of Dodge. Both the Dodge Nitro and Dodge Caliber will be available for markets outside North America.

pkd87 · 10-07-2005, 04:00 PM

Its about time they had a mid-size SUV. It can help offset the falling Durango sales, since people are moving to small utes.

SonicAerio · 10-07-2005, 04:04 PM

That was one small SUV concept I am glad made it to production...looks really good way better then the Liberty cousin, Kinda has upscale, squarish, landrover exterior look to it.....

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Canyonaro · 10-07-2005, 04:05 PM

It looks to me like a boxy Dodge (Mitsubishi) Motero.

Not too bad, but I still would have to see the front to approve. I hate the typical dodge grills and looks.

EDIT:

The front is worse then I thought, thats too bad. The side looks great!

zeobandit · 10-07-2005, 04:37 PM

That grill has got to go.

rodd62 · 10-07-2005, 04:37 PM

kinda reminds me of the new suzuki...

Matt 08 · 10-07-2005, 04:41 PM

Never really been a Dodge fan and this new Nitro sure as hell aint gonna get me to start. I don't like it at all.

kool_zx3 · 10-07-2005, 04:52 PM

Is it gettin a HEMI

yoblues · 10-07-2005, 04:58 PM

The gas mileage stinks on the Liberty and this Nitro will be no different. You might as well get a full sized suv the mileage will be the same or better.

mk1700 · 10-07-2005, 05:05 PM

Yeeeeechhhh!
Thats an ugly SUV.

surferdude00711 · 10-07-2005, 05:08 PM

Hey! That Looks Like A Commander; A Lot Like A Commander!
Thats really ugly. I just can't come to liking new DCX; save the Crossfire and GC.

areami810 · 10-07-2005, 05:10 PM

Why does DCX have some really crappy V6 engines.

mystikranger · 10-07-2005, 05:46 PM

I just hope that the Nitro dosent have that bland/boring DCX interior that Magnum, Charger, & the 300 has.

darknight9 · 10-07-2005, 05:47 PM

Nice the way the lower hood/door upper gap follows a continuous line all the way from the front of the hood to the top of the back door. Looks precise and expensive. Wheels could have looked better if they had used an original design.

CarShark · 10-07-2005, 05:55 PM

I actually like the Nitro's looks. Pretty much anything that DCX has done the last year or so has appealed to me. The only thing left is the Avenger/Sebring.

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mystikranger 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Waco, TX Drives: 2007 Chevy HHR LT Posts: 1,929	Dodge Nitro A Go-Go! October 6, 2005 - At the California International Auto Show today, the Chrysler Group confirmed production of the Dodge Nitro mid-size SUV for the 2007 model year. Nitro will be the first mid-size SUV for Dodge, completing the brand's current lineup of cars, minivans, trucks, commercial vehicles and a full-size SUV. "The Dodge Nitro will strengthen and grow the Dodge brand by allowing us to attract a new buyer," said Steven Landry, Vice President - Dodge Marketing, Chrysler Group. "Dodge Nitro will be more than just another typical mid-size SUV; it will attract customers looking for distinctive style, affordable performance and utility." The Dodge Nitro is based on the Dodge Nitro concept vehicle that was unveiled at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show in February, 2005. The Dodge Nitro concept vehicle, along with the Dodge Caliber concept vehicle unveiled at the 2005 Geneva Auto Show in March, 2005, signify the global expansion of the brand, and embody the bold, powerful and capable characteristics of Dodge. Both the Dodge Nitro and Dodge Caliber will be available for markets outside North America. __________________ Current Ride: 2007 Chevy HHR LT Future Ride: 2010 Camaro SS

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pkd87 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,407	Re: Dodge Nitro A Go-Go! Its about time they had a mid-size SUV. It can help offset the falling Durango sales, since people are moving to small utes.

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Canyonaro 3.6 Liter V6 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SKI Utah Drives: '04 Mali '07 Canyon CC 4x4 Z71 SLT Posts: 1,216	Re: Dodge Nitro A Go-Go! It looks to me like a boxy Dodge (Mitsubishi) Motero. Not too bad, but I still would have to see the front to approve. I hate the typical dodge grills and looks. EDIT: The front is worse then I thought, thats too bad. The side looks great! __________________ Willy (from the Simpsons): Willy hears ya. Willy don't care. Обладание Тойотой не плохо, только все те люди, которые ведут тот, думая это как американец.

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mystikranger 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Waco, TX Drives: 2007 Chevy HHR LT Posts: 1,929	Re: Dodge Nitro A Go-Go! I just hope that the Nitro dosent have that bland/boring DCX interior that Magnum, Charger, & the 300 has. __________________ Current Ride: 2007 Chevy HHR LT Future Ride: 2010 Camaro SS Last edited by mystikranger : 10-07-2005 at 08:00 PM.

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