Dodge Dakota third generation

Dodge Dakota third generation
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The Dodge Dakota third generation (2005–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: ND · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,558 mm
Width1,821 mm
Height1,742–1,745 mm
Wheelbase3,335 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)

1,088 complaints for model years 2005–2011. 81 crashes · 37 fires · 55 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 386
  • Transmission and drivetrain 158
  • Steering 111
  • Electrical system 97
  • Brakes 82
  • Suspension 75

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 16 versions of the Dodge Dakota third generation

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United States 11 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20113.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2010–2011FFV4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticFour-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2011FFV4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008–2010GAS 330, CLKUP · GAS 330, CMODE · FFV4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2005–20093.7 LPetrol6-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2005–20093.7 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive16–18 MPG (13.1–14.7 L/100 km) EPA307–345 g/km
2008–2009GAS 330, CLKUP · GAS 330, CMODE4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2005–2008CLKUP4.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2005–2008CLKUP4.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2005–20074.7 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2005–20074.7 LPetrol6-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2011Pickup truck: Standard3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.0–15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle322–357 g/km
2005–2011Pickup truck: Standard4.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic14.8–15.8 L/100 km 5-cycle340–363 g/km
2007–2011Pickup truck: Standard4.7 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automatic20.5–23.1 L/100 km 5-cycle328–370 g/km
2005–2009Pickup truck: Standard3.7 LPetrol6-speed manual13.4–14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle308–336 g/km
2005–2006Pickup truck: Standard4.7 LPetrol6-speed manual15.4–15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle354–357 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.