Dodge Dakota first generation
The Dodge Dakota first generation (1987–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 27 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: N · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,679–5,443 mm |
| Width | 1,730–1,763 mm |
| Height | 1,631–1,740 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,842–3,325 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,242 complaints for model years 1987–1996. 149 crashes · 42 fires · 101 injuries · 5 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 238
- Steering 109
- Brakes 92
- Engine 68
- Airbags 53
- Seat belts 32
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 27 versions of the Dodge Dakota first generation
Show all 27 versions
United States 22 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1998(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1987–1997(FFS), SIL | 3.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 16–18 MPG (13.1–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 307–345 g/km |
| 1987–1997(FFS), SIL | 3.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–17 MPG (13.8–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–368 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS), SIL | 5.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS), SIL | 5.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1996(FFS), SIL | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1993–1996(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12–16 MPG (14.7–19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 345–460 g/km |
| 1993–1996(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1989–1995(FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1991–1995(FFS) | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1989–1995(FFS) | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1987–1994(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 12–13 MPG (18.1–19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 425–460 g/km |
| 1994(FFS) | 5.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1991–1992(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1988–1991(FFS), CLKUP | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 11–16 MPG (14.7–21.4 L/100 km) EPA | 345–502 g/km |
| 1991(FFS), CLKUP | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1988–1990(FFS), CLKUP | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 345–394 g/km |
| 1989(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1987–1988(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1987–1988(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–18 MPG (13.1–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 307–368 g/km |
| 1987–1988(FFS) | 3.9 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Pickup truck: Standard | 5.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.4–17.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 377–407 g/km |
| 1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.7–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–262 g/km |
| 1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard | 3.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.7–16.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 338–384 g/km |
| 1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard | 3.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 14.0–16.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 322–373 g/km |
| 1995–1996Pickup truck: Standard | 5.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 16.9–18.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 389–435 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.