2005 Dodge Dakota
Kelley Blue Book Retail $9,600–$12,100
MPG City: 15 – 16 Highway: 19 – 22
Available Engines
210-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 (regular gas)
230-hp, 4.7-liter V-8 (regular gas)
250-hp, 4.7-liter V-8 (regular gas)
Transmissions
6-speed manual w/OD
4-speed automatic w/OD
5-speed multi-speed automatic w/OD
Average Consumer Rating
Summary
New or Notable
| • | Redesigned for 2005 |
| • | Biggest small pickup |
| • | Longer than its predecessor |
| • | Three engine choices |
| • | Quad Cab and Club Cab body styles |
What We Like
| + | Passenger space |
| + | V-8 performance |
| + | Maneuverability |
| + | Towing capacity |
| + | Instrument readability |
What We Don't
| - | V-6 performance |
| - | Manual-transmission operation |
| - | Automatic-transmission operation with H.O. V-8 |
| - | Seatback support |
Redesigned for the 2005 model year, Dodge's small pickup truck has grown in size and the automaker says it's the largest in its class. Styling features are reminiscent of the full-size Ram pickup. A V-6 and two V-8 engines are available in Dakota models. Read More
12 Available Dakota Trims
Select a trim name below for detailed specifications
| Original MSRP | |||||
| ST 4x2 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$19,885 | ||||
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$21,285 | ||||
| ST 4x4 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$22,735 | ||||
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$24,135 | ||||
| SLT 4x2 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$21,640 | ||||
| SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$23,040 | ||||
| SLT 4x4 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$24,490 | ||||
| SLT 4x4 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$25,890 | ||||
| Laramie 4x2 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$24,850 | ||||
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$26,340 | ||||
| Laramie 4x4 Club Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$27,700 | ||||
| Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs |
$29,190 | ||||
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