2008 Dodge Dakota Summary

2008 Dodge Dakota 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB shown
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2008 Dodge Dakota

Kelley Blue Book Retail $12,500–$17,900
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MPG City: 14 – 16 Highway: 18 – 20

Available Engines

210-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 (regular gas)
302-hp, 4.7-liter V-8 (flexible; E85)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
4-speed automatic w/OD
5-speed multi-speed automatic w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.9) 9 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison

Summary

New or Notable

•	Updated for 2008
•	Extended or crew cab body styles
•	Optional V-8 gains 42 hp
•	Available Full Swing rear doors (extended cab)

What We Like

+	V-6 with manual transmission
+	Brake pedal feel
+	Stylish shape
+	7,050-pound max. towing capacity (when properly equipped)

What We Don't

-	Slight cab shudder on rough roads
-	Wind noise on highway
-	Impractical rear seats (extended cab)
-	V-6 gas mileage

Dodge is launching an updated version of its Dakota midsize pickup truck for the 2008 model year that features new exterior and interior styling and a more powerful version of the optional 4.7-liter V-8. Offered in extended and crew cab body styles, the Dakota hits dealerships in August. Read More

24 Available Dakota Trims

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Standard Equipment & Options

		Original MSRP
	ST 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$20,470
	ST 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$23,170
	ST 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$24,720
	ST 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$26,120
	SXT/Bighorn/Lonestar 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$22,030
	SXT/Bighorn/Lonestar 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$24,675
	SXT/Bighorn/Lonestar 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$26,280
	SXT/Bighorn/Lonestar 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,625
	SLT 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$24,985
	SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,205
	SLT 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,935
	SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$30,155
	TRX 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$25,395
	TRX 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,585
	TRX 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$28,580
	TRX 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$30,780
	Sport 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$26,170
	Sport 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,600
	Sport 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$29,095
	Sport 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$30,510
	Laramie 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$27,780
	Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$29,185
	Laramie 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$30,760
	Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB See Specs	$32,135
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