[softwind]

Hopefully none of us will ever get hit from the side.

http://money.cnn.com/2008/02/26/autos/SUV_safety/index.htm?postversion=2008022603

 

[Quiet Lunatic]

That is definitely not good to hear. You would think that to be true but as they said some cars are safer then our vehicles.

 

[KenCary]

Don't believe everything you read.

Despite what they say, you are probably safer in a side collision in the real world in Nitro than say a Honda Civic or Toyota Yaris, ride height does matter, but is not fully explored by these tests.

But the press downplays the dangers of these little cars as they are "socially responsible" compared the the "evil SUV"

 

[littledoc]

Side crash

The other side of this is the acceleration was rated high by consumer reports. Sooo, when that idiot runs a light or a stop sign, just punch it to the floor and get out of DodgeRacing:chuckle:

 

[Florida Roadie]

Don't believe everything you read.

Despite what they say, you are probably safer in a side collision in the real world in Nitro than say a Honda Civic or Toyota Yaris, ride height does matter, but is not fully explored by these tests.

But the press downplays the dangers of these little cars as they are "socially responsible" compared the the "evil SUV"

I'm with Ken on this one...What you read Vs. what is true or accurate...When I purchased my 08 R/T I checked the crash ratings on my Nitro's window sticker... Side crash rating 5 star ***** / Rollover rating 3 star *** frontal crash driver/passenger Not Rated ...

Now SUV ratings for frontal crashes are rated good ? ....But side crash testing indicates marginal safety? What are we left with for reliable info...The Federal government that hasn't gotten much right lately or the Insurance industry that continues to try to dig deeper into our pockets... I think here it's a case of "SIZE COUNTS" ....just my .02
Roadie..:Racing:

 

[nitro6816]

And just as importantly, weight. For its size the Nitro is a pretty heavy car. The Nitro's hood alone in a frontal impact would wipe out most top-rated crash test cars entire front end and then some.

Heavy in cars at least is generally better than light. 'Nuff said.

nitro6816

 

[Ramman]

KBB Shows Better Score

4X2 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T Change Trim

Crash Test RatingsDetailsDriver Front 5 Star Rating Passenger Front 5 Star Rating Front Side 5 Star Rating Rear Side 5 Star Rating Rollover Rating 3 Star Rating









4X4







Crash Test RatingsDetailsDriver Front 5 Star Rating Passenger Front 5 Star Rating Front Side 5 Star Rating Rear Side 5 Star Rating Rollover Rating 3 Star Rating




2008 Same Rating

 

[KenCary]

4X2 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T Change Trim

Crash Test RatingsDetailsDriver Front 5 Star Rating Passenger Front 5 Star Rating Front Side 5 Star Rating Rear Side 5 Star Rating Rollover Rating 3 Star Rating









4X4







Crash Test RatingsDetailsDriver Front 5 Star Rating Passenger Front 5 Star Rating Front Side 5 Star Rating Rear Side 5 Star Rating Rollover Rating 3 Star Rating




2008 Same Rating

Interesting stuff.

I guess you have to look at more than one source on these things.

 

[littledoc]

I had an unobservant idiot woman back into my passanger front between the front bumper and the tire. I was stationary waiting for a parking place and she didn't see my Electric Blue Nitro in the middle of a sunny day. My Nitro SLT had two minor scratches on the front fender flare, the air dam bracket on the passanger side broke and minor cosmetic damage to it. Her small 2002 Dodge can't remember the model sustained major damage to the rear bumper, trunk and driver side rear quarter panel. Now seems to me that is a better test than the government or insurance companies. (She hit me hard enough that I jerked sideways.) I am not worried about the saftey of Nitros

 

[KenCary]

I had an unobservant idiot woman back into my passanger front between the front bumper and the tire. I was stationary waiting for a parking place and she didn't see my Electric Blue Nitro in the middle of a sunny day. My Nitro SLT had two minor scratches on the front fender flare, the air dam bracket on the passanger side broke and minor cosmetic damage to it. Her small 2002 Dodge can't remember the model sustained major damage to the rear bumper, trunk and driver side rear quarter panel. Now seems to me that is a better test than the government or insurance companies. (She hit me hard enough that I jerked sideways.) I am not worried about the saftey of Nitros

Ahmen Brother!!

I'm with you. I also feel that my Nitro has an added safety feature----loud exhaust. Maybe the idiot woman would have heard me and turned around-- just maybe.

 

[Ryan]

I feel that my Nitro is safe, it has all good ratings and many safety features. However realistically in some accidents ratings will go out the window. Best thing to do is just be aware and try to avoid the many bad drivers on the road.

 

[littledoc]

loud exaust

Ahmen Brother!!

I'm with you. I also feel that my Nitro has an added safety feature----loud exhaust. Maybe the idiot woman would have heard me and turned around-- just maybe.

I am an old man I not so sure that would fit me very well. She was so busy checking out the other people to notice and she even admitted that she wasn't paying attention. Her insurance company paid really quick so inspite of the damage it came out ok. The local Dodge dealer has an excellent body shop. I even had them check the alignment, and all the front end components just in case.

 

[softwind]

I feel that my Nitro is safe, it has all good ratings and many safety features. However realistically in some accidents ratings will go out the window. Best thing to do is just be aware and try to avoid the many bad drivers on the road.

I agree. I feel mine is safe. Just look out for the crazies.

 

[MeanGirl]

well the Nitro is cool....so if we have to die in an impact, at least we are going out in style right?!!?

 

[littledoc]

Going out in style

:Na_Na_Na_Na:

well the Nitro is cool....so if we have to die in an impact, at least we are going out in style right?!!?

yes in deed, I am like a 16 year old with his first car every time I drive mine. Even when we go to see the grandbaby, 250 miles plus round trip we go in the Nitro. I don't care that the wifes beer can Kia gets 40 mpg we are going in style in the Nitro.:Racing:

 

[Chaos872401]

I just saw on the news this morning that the Liberty and the Nitro are rated top for crash tests.

That was on Fox 5 News Good day New York

Andy

 

[rico450r]

crash rating

Well another review that I found and it's pretty good. I love my Nitro:smileup:
http://www.cars.com/go/crp/research...271&year=2007&myid=&acode=&mode=&aff=national

also
Overall Rating

3.6 out of 5
Comfort

3.6 out of 5 Performance

3.5 out of 5 Handling

3.6 out of 5 Exterior Styling

4.5 out of 5 Interior Design

3.7 out of 5 Features

4 out of 5 Value for the Money

3.7 out of 5 Reliability

3.2 out of 5 My impression
Comfort 4.1
Performance 5
Handling 4.2
Exterior 5
Interior 4.5
Features 5
Value 5
Reliabiltiy Don't know as of yet
I feel I have driven enough cars and trucks and suv's that this is a better review from a regular joe that has had up to $50,000 automobiles. Just my 2 cents

Rico