Dodge Dakota
2008–2011 model years · Generation introduced 2005
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- Available years
- 2008–2011
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $4,888–$23,110
The overview
The Dakota was a mid-sized pickup, larger than compacts like the Ford Ranger, but smaller than a full-sized truck. Four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines were available in the first two generations, but only the thirsty V8s could be considered strong. The ride is jittery and unsettled. It handled relatively well for its era, and available full-time 4WD was a plus. Model year 2000 brought a four-door Quad Cab model and a more modern V8. The 2005 redesign offered only extended-cab versions. A 3.7L V6 was standard, but even the 4.7L V8 felt sluggish and drank fuel. Further, the buoyant ride and unresponsive handling remained and ESC was not available.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 ↗ crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $23,110 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $6,300 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $5,550 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
| 2008 ↗ crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $4,888 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2011 model
crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- extended cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $23,110 - $33,535
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 20 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 219 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 131 in
- Weight
- 4,790 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,320 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,650 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 1/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5839 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- extended cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $6,300
- Retail value range
- $4,500 - $6,975
- Original MSRP range
- $22,755 - $33,180
- Trade-in range
- $1,495 - $3,640
Ratings
- Road test score
- 58/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 20 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 9 MPG
- Tested highway
- 20 MPG
- Tested overall
- 14 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,430
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 145 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 219 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 131 in
- Weight
- 4,790 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,320 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,650 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 2/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7236 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- extended cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,550
- Retail value range
- $4,025 - $6,325
- Original MSRP range
- $22,560 - $31,630
- Trade-in range
- $1,245 - $3,065
Ratings
- Road test score
- 58/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 20 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 9 MPG
- Tested highway
- 20 MPG
- Tested overall
- 14 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,430
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 145 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 219 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 131 in
- Weight
- 4,790 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,320 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,650 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
Vehicle ID: 5872 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2008 model
crew cab 4.7-liter V8 (302 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2008 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- extended cab
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized pickup trucks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,888
- Retail value range
- $3,500 - $5,700
- Original MSRP range
- $20,470 - $32,135
- Trade-in range
- $910 - $2,500
Ratings
- Road test score
- 58/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 20 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 9 MPG
- Tested highway
- 20 MPG
- Tested overall
- 14 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,430
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 145 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 219 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 131 in
- Weight
- 4,790 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,320 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,650 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 6 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
Vehicle ID: 7542 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
