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2007 DODGE NITRO - Wallpapers, Articles, Reviews and Photos WHAT CHRYSLER HAS TO SAY ABOUT THIS CAR: Source: Daimler/Chrylser Dodge Press Release 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. Dodge Nitro Concept With a uniquely
bold, powerful design statement that will ignite the mid-size SUV segment,
the Dodge Nitro’s crisp lines and substantial body size create
a brawny character not found in any other mid-size SUV. The Dodge Nitro’s
spacious interior is both functional and flexible for people and cargo.
Chrome, silver and red accents have a dynamic presence throughout the
interior. The five-passenger Nitro is designed to attract a customer
seeking a distinctive style, sporty performance and cargo flexibility.
A new slant on one
of the world’s most competitive segments, the Dodge Caliber concept’s
powerful design shatters the conventional definition of what a global
compact car should be. As a five-door vehicle that features a rear hatch,
the Dodge Caliber concept combines a sporty, coupe-like profile with
the strength, stance and functionality of an SUV. Dodge Caliber’s
powertrain will offer many firsts – it will be the first Chrysler
Group vehicle to offer the full range of World Engines and a Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT2), which contributes to a 6 – 8 percent
improvement in fuel economy compared with a traditional four-speed automatic
transmission. A 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine will be available for
markets outside North America. The Dodge Caliber also will be Chrysler
Group’s first all-wheel drive C-segment vehicle. Dodge Brand
What happens when you bring the Dodge brand’s “Grab Life by the Horns” attitude to the mid-size SUV market? You get the Dodge Nitro concept. Making its debut at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show, the Dodge Nitro is a mid-size SUV concept with a uniquely bold, powerful design statement that would ignite an automotive segment more typically characterized by bland styling. Once again, the Dodge brand is breaking the rules and exploring yet another bold proportion with the Dodge Nitro concept. The Dodge Nitro concept would be the first mid-size SUV for Dodge, completing the brand’s current lineup, which now consists of passenger cars, minivans, trucks and a full-size SUV. The five-passenger Nitro is designed to attract a customer seeking style, performance and utility. “The Dodge Nitro concept is brimming with character; it evokes emotion through its rugged styling and dominant stance,” said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Chrysler Group Design. “This is more than just another typical mid-size SUV design statement.” Exterior Styling
— Bold and Powerful The face of the vehicle features the signature chrome Dodge crosshair grille flanked by jewel-like rectangular headlamps. The imposing hood carries distinctive character lines that relate directly to the front-end features. Dodge Nitro’s crisp lines and substantial body size create a brawny character not found in any mid-size SUV on the road today. Eye-catching 20-inch cast-aluminum wheels convey a no-nonsense functional statement. Brushed silver vents positioned on each front fender and generously proportioned door handles add to the vehicle’s modern design and contemporary flair. The rear of the vehicle features an integrated trailer tow hitch, chrome dual exhaust tail pipes, and a brushed silver license plate visor. The roof is garnished with a satin silver and black-trimmed roof rack and crossbars that nest between integrated side rails, completing the functional look of the Dodge Nitro concept. “Although the Dodge Nitro concept is a mid-size sport-utility vehicle, its expressive form and fullness of surface are similar to that of much larger SUVs,” said Rick Aneiros, Vice President – Jeep® and Truck Design. “The vehicle is not just an exercise in design; its attributes are functional and purposeful.” Interior Styling
— Sleek and Utilitarian A three-pod, four-gauge instrument cluster with electroluminescent lighting featuring white gauges with red pointers is accented by silver bands, giving the interior a sense of technical precision. Most stunning is the vehicle’s satin silver center console, which houses a DVD-based navigation radio with a seven-inch fixed LED screen. Control buttons, shifter knob, door handles, gauges, speakers and assist handles are also satin silver. The attention to detail continues on to the driver pedals, which are made of brushed aluminum with black rubber anti-slip inserts. The seats, which have a rich, polished appearance, are black leather with rugged bright red inserts. Black netting placed in the center of the head rests gives the vehicle a built-for-fun appeal. Assist handles are located in the back of the front driver and passenger seats to enable easy entry and exit. Front passenger and rear seats fold flat, allowing for ample cargo capacity. The rear cargo floor is made of rugged-textured vinyl and is easy to clean. With the rear hatch open, the cargo floor slides rearward for easy and convenient loading and unloading of packages. Modular storage bins and a first-aid kit are located in the rear quarters of the vehicle. Performance —
Functional and Fun The Dodge Nitro concept incorporates existing Chrysler Group components including the 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine, which generates 210 hp (157 kW) @ 5200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. torque (319 Nm) @ 4000 rpm, the 42RLE four-speed automatic transmission and independent SLA front and five-link rear suspension system. The vehicle has full-time four-wheel drive and weighs in at 4115 pounds (1867 kg). Dodge Nitro Concept
Specifications 0 — 60: 9.6
seconds Vehicle Weight —
4115 lbs. (1867 kg) (estimated) Wheels — 20
x 7.5 cast-aluminum OUR TAKE ON THE 2007 DODGE NITRO: The Dodge Nitro completes a full line of new Dodge vehicles aimed to gain more ground in a younger market. As with the Charger, Magnum and Calibler, the Nitro retains a beefied up and aggressive styling. The Nitro adds a more upright and boxy appearance that shows its aim to take on other midsize sport utility vehicles such as the Hummer H3, Nissan Xterra and the upcoming Toyota FJ Cruiser. The Nitro borrows heavily from the highly successful Jeep Liberty platform. The interior is stylish and distinguished, matching its exterior. The 210 horsepower engine is more than adaquate for a car in this class and the fender flares and M3 style side induction ports add to styling cues that have helped Dodge rise above its competitors in the looks department. RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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