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Old Dec 11, 2005 | 05:28 PM
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Production OK has been given to the new mid-sized Dodge Nitro SUV at the Toledo, OH plant, as this vehicle shares a number of components with the Jeep Liberty, also built there. The Nitro, while somewhat unconventional-looking with its horizontally-flared fenders, nevertheless gives Dodge an entry in the popular small-to-medium size SUV market. Previously Dodge's only SUV offering was the large Durango, a vehicle which straddles the line between mid-size and full-size SUV's.
http://motortrend.com/features/news/...29_dodgenitro/
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Old Dec 11, 2005 | 08:49 PM
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I still don't understand how this is suppose to replace the Neon.
It's an SUV, the Neon is a small car.
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Old Dec 11, 2005 | 10:18 PM
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That thing is hideous. What the hell is this aimed at?
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Koma
I still don't understand how this is suppose to replace the Neon.
It's an SUV, the Neon is a small car.
It doesn't. The Neon is being replaced by the hatchback Dodge Caliber.
http://www.dodge.com/caliber/index.html
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 01:55 PM
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DailmerChrysler are in a much better position to produce new models compared to GM and Ford. Chrysler is trying and they are trying in the right direction for the domestic market. Just concern about the quality and reliability, which they are not off the hook!
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 06:37 PM
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I also think they look hideous.
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Old Dec 12, 2005 | 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by TheRupp
That thing is hideous. What the hell is this aimed at?
I believe its aimed at people with hideous taste... previous amc pacer / gremlin owners and or pontiac aztek owners
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Old Dec 13, 2005 | 06:34 AM
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I guess I have to disagree with you'all. I believe it looks GREAT!!!!!

Thats one heck of a nice looking SUV.

Look is very similar to a Land Rover.

Chrysler just seems to really be firing on all cylinders. Great design, innovative, and somewhat affordable price points.

Hello, GM and Ford. Are you there?
If so, get your heads out of your ASS_S!

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Originally Posted by rheiy
I believe its aimed at people with hideous taste... previous amc pacer / gremlin owners and or pontiac aztek owners
Come on, Chief........ I know this is not the best-looking vehicle on the road but it is a long way from the Aztek.
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Both of those vehicles are pretty damn fugly. I guess they needed some cars in their lineup to make the Charger look decent.
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it makes me ashamed of domestic design
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Originally Posted by mmarshall
Come on, Chief........ I know this is not the best-looking vehicle on the road but it is a long way from the Aztek.
OK...forget the Aztek but I stand firm on the AMC Pacer lol
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