Is a 2008 Dodge Dakota a good truck?

Is a 2008 Dodge Dakota a good truck?

The 2008 Dodge Dakota midsize truck is a capable workhorse with a potent V8 engine, but it still trails the segment leaders with respect to general interior quality and body style selections.

Are 2008 Dodge Dakotas reliable?

Best small truck. All three of them we’re extremely reliable and The Styling can’t be beat. My 2001 had the 4.7 engine and it was a beast. My 2008 Dakota is absolutely beautiful. It has the 3.7 liter engine, which seems to do pretty good.

What engine is in a 2008 Dodge Dakota?

3.7 L V6
4.7 L V8
2008 Dodge Dakota/Engine

Are all Dodge Dakota 4×4?

The Dakota comes in six distinct trim levels. Each is available with either aft-hinged rear doors – called Extended Cab – or the four conventional doors of the Crew Cab. All are available with either rear-, conventional four-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive.

What is my 2008 Dodge Dakota worth?

2008 Dodge Dakota Value – $2,020-$12,573 | Edmunds.

How much horsepower does a 2008 Dodge Dakota have?

210 to 302 hp
2008 Dodge Dakota/Horsepower

What transmission is in a 2008 Dodge Dakota?

4 & 5-speed automatic
6-speed manual
2008 Dodge Dakota/Transmission

Why did Dodge stop making Dakota?

The Dodge Dakota was produced from 1987 to 2011 when it was discontinued due to the decreasing demand for compact trucks. In fact, the brake cylinder lock-up problem was the most reported one for all model years of the truck.

How much can my 2008 Dodge Dakota tow?

3,150 to 6,800 lbs
2008 Dodge Dakota/Towing capacity

Does a 2008 Dodge Dakota have a cabin filter?

The 2008 Dodge Dakota has a cabin air filter that is fairly easy to find. It can be located in the area behind the glove box.

Do Dodge Dakotas have transmission problems?

Problem – Drivers may experience 42RLE transmission problems that include slipping and harsh shifts.

What are the 2008 Dodge Dakota’s body styles?

The 2008 Dodge Dakota is available in six trim levels and two body styles: The Extended Cab, which has rear-hinged aft doors, and the Crew Cab, which has four conventional doors. Each is available in rear- or four-wheel drive.

How much does a 2008 Dodge Dakota cost?

The original MSRP of the 2008 Dodge Dakota is from $19,435 to $31,100. The data above is updated daily, based on used car inventory for sale on CARFAX for the last five model years of this car.

What kind of engine does a Dodge Dakota have?

Of less-than-full-size pickups the 2008 Dodge Dakota offers the most power and the largest interior. Its optional V8 makes 302 horsepower and gets better fuel mileage than last year’s V8. Real truck folks will love the new removable storage bins that stow under the Crew Cab’s rear seat.

What are some of the 2008 Dodge Dakota rear axle problems?

In comparing the 2008 Dodge Dakota to a typical sedan, a sophisticated driver may notice a small amount of rear-axle ride harshness over uneven pavement. Others may feel the Dakota rides as well as most cars. And, with a few hundred pounds loaded in the cargo box, there will be little difference between a current sedan and the Dakota.