2008 Dodge Dakota [ 2007 ]

#3

in Compact Pickup Trucks

Based on analysis of 48 Dakota reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $20,470 - $32,135
Invoice: $18,818 - $29,280
MPG: 16 City / 20 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.4
Performance:7.6
Exterior:7.6
Interior:6.9
Safety:9.2
Reliability:8.0
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2008 Dodge Dakota 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie: 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie [ See specs for other models ]

Body Style

Crew Cab Pickup - Short Bed

Engine

  • Gas V8 4.7L/287
  • 5-Speed A/T (Standard)
  • 14 mpg city / 19 mpg hwy

2008 Dodge Dakota 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie Safety Features and Specifications

Air Bag

Driver - Front Standard
Passenger - Front Standard
Side - Head only - Front Optional
Side - Head only - Rear Optional
Side - Body Front Optional

Brakes

ABS - 4 Wheel Standard
ABS - Rear Standard

Lights

Fog Lamps - Front Standard
Headlights - Auto off Standard
Headlights - Auto on Standard
Headlights - Daytime Running lights Optional

Misc.

Engine Immobilizer/Vehicle Ant-Theft System Standard
Locks - Pwr Standard

2008 Dodge Dakota 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie Performance Features and Specifications

Engine

Displacement 4.7L/287
Engine Type 8 Cylinder Engine (Standard)

Fuel

Fuel Type Flexible Fuel Capability (Optional) , Gasoline Fuel (Standard)

Chassis

Drivetrain Type Rear Wheel Drive (Standard)
Transmission Type 5-Speed A/T (Standard) , M/T (Standard)

2008 Dodge Dakota 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie Interior Features and Specifications

Features

Cargo Volume (cubic ft) 37.1
Steering Wheel Leather Wrapped Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Passenger Capacity 5

Audio

CD Changer Standard
CD Player Standard
MP3 Player Standard
Satellite Radio Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls Standard

Seats

Leather Standard
Heated Driver Optional
Heated Passenger Optional
Pwr Driver Standard
Front Bench Split Optional
Front Bucket Standard

Technology

Navigation System Optional
Auxiliary Power Outlet Standard

Mirrors/Windows

Defogger Rear Window Optional
Vanity - Passenger Standard
Vanity - Driver Standard

2008 Dodge Dakota 2WD Crew Cab 5.3 Ft Box Laramie Exterior Features and Specifications

General

Bed Liner Standard
Running Board Optional
Keyless Entry Remote Standard
Windows - Deep Tinted Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener Standard

Roof

Generic Sun/Moon Optional

Wheels

Tires Tires - Front All-Terrain (Standard) , Tires - Front On/Off Road (Optional) , Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Standard) , Tires - Rear All-Terrain (Standard) , Tires - Rear On/Off Road (Optional) , Full Size Spare Tire (Standard)
Wheels Aluminum Wheels (Standard) , Chrome Wheels (Standard)

Towing

Trailer Towing Package Optional