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2005 Dodge Dakota consumer reviews

$19,885–$22,735 MSRP range
side view of 2005 Dakota Dodge
(55 reviews)
83% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.1
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.3
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Bet truck I have owned in Years

Very reliable, Drive it on long trips...comfortable interior for a truck, everything is in reach. Like everything about it except for the slow to warm up transmission, But that's a Dodge and if you like Dodge trucks you are used to it and accept it for what it is.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best valued truck I've ever owned!

Great truck in the crew cab set up! 4 wheel drive. Drives extremely well and priced far below market value!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Recall

This vehicle has a recall on it that is not fixable with airbags. Don't buy it unless its fixed else you pay BIG!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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HAVE OWNED IT FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS!

Runs like a Champ, NEVER had any problems. The interior cloth upholstery is cheap and gets dirty/ stained easily, but that's why they make seat covers. 12 years and vehicle still has original battery, belts and parts with no loss of performance. Itching to buy a new truck but can't justify it since this one has been 100% dependable and still running strong.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Dodge has been my whole family's pick since 1978

Dodge never has always met my expectations! !! This truck is no exception!!$ After driving this truck I made my mind up. I got to have it!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great dependable truck

I have owned my Dodge Dakota for 3 years now and it has never once let me down. I love the 4 doors and the v/8 engine. The secret to these trucks is to keep the tires and wheels to factory specs. If you change the tires and wheels it affects the gearing and changes everything. Always use mobile one synthetic oil in these engines. If you do regular oil changes and drive these trucks right they will last you a long time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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should of check the reviews

engine and fuel consumption is not bad, but a lot of electrical issues and transfer case issues. 4x4 will go on by it self.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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easy to work on

LOOKS GOOD BUT KEEP IT STOCK. NEXT TIME I WILL GET THE 4X4. The ride and handling are better with stock rims and tires all and all a good truck to own.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2 Time Dakota Owner

Best truck I have ever owned. This is my second Dakota, and it has been a reliable workhorse for me. It is comfortable for long trips and great towing capacity.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice truck

Quite clean and power descent ride and options good mpg room in the back for secure storage. I really like my 05 Dodge Dakota quad cab

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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