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5.9 has the power
Ralph Wiggum III, 12/30/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I have the 5.9 and get around 12mpg most of the time. Sometimes 14 or so with highway driving but is worth it if you tow. Its also nice knowing I can accelerate faster than any other truck out there (except 5.9RT, but who wants 2WD).
Junker
Michael Arthur, 08/14/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Front-end parts ware out way too easy 30000 tierod ends gone out 35000 Ball joints gone
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Good Enough
DodgeOwner12, 09/11/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I got the truck in april of 2001. The Dakota has ample leg room in the front but it is not the best in the rear for tall people. I have the Dk. Garnet Red paint which is one hin coat and then the primer. It scratches very easily. The 5.9 V8 has a lot of power which makes it fun to drive. It has the Infinity 6 speaker sound system which has really great quality sound. The only problems are that it went back to the shop about every month till it hit 30,000 miles.
5.9 4wd Quad Cab
B, 02/24/2010
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent lil truck, the 5.9 is fun and can tow anything provided you can afford to feed it. I have the AWD version so it's a little harder to find parts.
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr 4wd
dakuhn, 01/24/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Has been a pleasure to own.
Looks great, but...
Buy a Toyota, 09/27/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Bought brand new in 2001. I am very unhappy with the quality and reliability of the vehicle. It only has 43K miles on it and I have already had to replace both rear U joints to the tune of $400. I have owned many trucks and never had to replace U joints at this low a mileage. In addition, we paid for an extended warranty, but the warranty company went out of business so we are stuck having paid the cost of the warranty but still have to pay for the repairs! Dealer says sorry but there is nothing they can do.
Dakota
mbalon, 11/18/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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2nd Dakota in a row....Would not trade unless buying another Dakota. Love my truck!
dodge dakota quadcab
dick02050, 12/28/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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great vehicle only had one item needing warranty work. It was a switch that came loose.
happy with it
johnny, 09/25/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent truck with noticeable advantages to larger trucks. Easy to get into and use bed - lower to ground. Only drawback is 15 mpg average.
Great truck, good looks, good handling
Nic Nelson, 01/30/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had my Dakota since August of 01 and in that time I have never had any problems with it what so ever. The only thing that I have done to since I bought it is replace the serpentine belt at forty thousand miles. Other than that she has run like a dream and I wouldn't trade it for the world.
Speed and Power
Nick N, 10/22/2009
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This truck is a great vehicle that I use as a daily driver and it has always gotten me from point A to B. This truck has a very nice speed for being the 3.9 V6 and has a lot of torque. The only downfall is that the fuel economy is ok for a vehicle. I get about 18mpg in town and I get almost 24 on the highway. I have over 180,000 miles on it and the only problem I have had with the truck is an oil leak at the oil pan, which I have heard is a common problem with Chrysler's vehicles.
Disappointed in reliability
viper081149, 02/16/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Unfortunately, after 36,500 miles, it has been in the shop several times. Rack and pinion system replaced already & is now in for transmission work. "Check engine" light has sent it to the shop four times in less than a year. First two times were vacumn problem, the third time they couldn't find anything (still under warranty By about 400 miles) and now, 500 miles after the warranty expired, they found a transmission problem that is going to cost me $550. To be fair to the selling dealership, it is about 20 miles away in Cornelius, NC and is not the dealership screwing around with me. The culprit is Keffer Dodge here in Charlotte.
2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
rick burkeen, 04/03/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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If your looking for the get up and go try the larger of the 2 v-8 engines. The 4.7l just doesn't get up and go. By the way this is my second Dakota I loved the old 318cu. engine.
2001 Dakota Quad
tcsmpsi, 11/30/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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From the day one, we experienced exceptional service and pleasure from this vehicle. Driven in many different conditions, we never experienced any unpleasant 'surprises'.
Dakota 4-Door 2 Wheel Drive.
R Hooge, 12/17/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I love the looks and its fun to drive if the roads are dry. Great engine, the V8 is free-revving. The expected gas mileage of 17 city & 22 highway is way too optimistic. I do not drive this vehicle hard & the estiamtes are 15% to 20% too high. Very poor traction & handling on wet roads, the Goodyear Eagles seem to have very poor traction, and I have had lots of flat tires. Corners very well on smooth dry surfaces. Really bounces around on bumpy corners, almost out of control.
Dream Machine
tinpandan, 03/06/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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The Dakota has the best sound system offered in any stock truck. I promise you will not complain about leg room (I am 6'-5" & will vouch for this). The 4.7L engine is the only way to go. Avoid the 5.9L V8. I got 11 mpg average honest. The truck handles like a sports car, you will love to drive this machine. Those needing 4X4, look for models with AWD (there are some out there and they have jeep parts; note reg. 4X4 can't be driven on dry pavement). Best truck money can buy!
LOVE THE DAK
Dak Dan, 12/04/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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No more Rangers for me!
3.9 Auto Quad Cab
Girraween, 05/24/2005
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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My wife and I bought our Dakota brand new as our first new vehicle. We have been quite happy with the room and reliability of this truck. Because we have three girls 6 and under, we have the base model and we don't think we have suffered at all. We have traveled cross country twice with no problems. Aside from a few warranty items I have not had any major problems with this truck.
Best truck ever
SUPERDAK, 10/06/2005
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Best truck ever. Combination of power (4.7L V-8) and comfort. I can carry five easily with plenty of leg room. I pull a 3800lbs travel trailer and can do 55 up the steepest hills. Stability is great. Reliability has been excellent. Did have to replace the drivers side window motor/assembly at 80,000 miles.
Dakota is the best truck out there
rayray0622, 09/07/2006
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I had a Chevy Silverado regular cab with the 350 5.7 small block, and my Dakota is much faster and hauls better. It has been nothing but a pleasure having this truck. I like to go to the beach and ride my quad, I was doing circles around other trucks that got stuck in the sand. My Dakota with a load in the back made it easily through the sand.
Dakota Sport extended cab with AWD
G. Strobl, 02/17/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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The all wheel drive feature of this truck works wonderfully in the snow. The 4.7 L engine really gets this truck moving in a hurry.
Great Truck
CA Snyder, 10/29/2006
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this truck in 2002 and it had 11,200 miles on it. I've owned a lot of trucks both foriegn and domestic, and this is a great truck. Other than normal wear and tear there have been no problems. I replaced rotors, brake pads and changed transmission fluid and filter at 58,000 miles.
2001 Quad Cab
mtrialsm, 12/12/2006
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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This is my first Dodge. I wanted a mid-size truck with 4 doors. The Quad was the only truck that fit the bill. I have been very pleased with this vehicle. Only problems have been taken care under factory warrenty. The ball joints were replaced at 33,000 miles and will be replaced again soon.
2001 dodge dakota
fly, 05/24/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Great truck . I run the heck out of it and it keeps coming back.
Love it
Caarrl, 12/28/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Great truck. Lots of power. Stereo rocks. Drives as nice as an SUV.
Mines a Lemon
Jimslemon, 03/09/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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My vehicle has been in the shop 7 times since I bought it. It will be going back shortly. The ABS isn't working properly. This is the second time something has been wrong with the brakes. The dash board has been rattling since 17000 miles. That will need to be fixed too. My MPG hovers around 13MPG on the HIGHWAY! Needless to say, I am more than disappointed in the DODGE product and will be going back to foreign manufacturers.
Great Truck
Jason, 02/08/2010
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought my truck (4.7 2wd quad) new November 2000. I get 24 highway and 18 mixed driving. I have a camper shell on it so maybe that helps with the better mileage as compared to other postings. Over these 9+ years I have had one window motor, Oxygen sensor, air- bag sensor go out, about $900 dollars total from the dealer. No other problems with the truck so far.
AN EXPENSIVE DISAPPOINTMENT
artbides, 08/25/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this 2001 Dakota used in January 2004. It has been back to the dealer, four times in the past 8 months for electrical problems. They replace the PCM, CTM, fuel pump and several other electrical items. I looked on the internet to see if anyone has had these same problems and found hundreds of people experienced the exact same problems with their Dakotas. You would think Dodge would replace these items for free because some many people have had problems but they haven't. These electrical problems are serious and it has been very expensive. I will be getting rid of this truck soon.
Dakota a Good Buy
Joachim, 01/10/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Truck runs great and looks good. Only problem has been a faulty headlight switch.
Dakota Quad Cab
TN_Leo, 09/18/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Great truck -had to add padding to the bench seat to fit my back - but once I got the seat to fit me - it is a blast to drive with the small V8 handles loads very well
2001 Dakota Sport 4x4 a Great Truck
Jon's Truck, 07/23/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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My 2001 Dakota Sport 4x4 with Off-Road package has been awesome to date. I ordered the truck to my specs, and the first one arrived with paint damage from shipping. The dealership ordered me a new one. The second one arrived with no problems. Comfort, power, and quality of this truck are second to none. I have had absolutely no problems with this vehicle. Unfortunately, the fuel economy is low (14 mpg) but expected with this type of vehicle, especially the off-road package. I highly recommend the Dakota Sport 4x4!
Very good truck
M. Woehrle, 07/26/2007
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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This truck has given me 85,000 miles of worry free driving so far. I have had no major problems. The only repair other than normal maintenance has been a power window motor. Interior is comfortable, even on long drives. Styling is excellent. Ride and fuel mileage are pretty reasonable for a 4wd truck with a V8. I average 13-15 around town, and about 19 on the highway.
Lemon
Scottf, 10/28/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Bought this truck new in 2001. repairs to date: paint peeled off wheel flares, steering column, steering rack, intermediate steering column, four ball joints, tie-rod end, front pads & rotors, computer, rear bumper(rusted out), driver seat tracks, radio. I don't think I went more than a month without a visit to a dealership. What a poor excuse for a truck.
Disappointed!
Dont buy one!, 01/27/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Truck has 25000 miles on it and been in the shop 3 times. Power steering pump failed 1 time, driving lights the next. Loud suspension noise the next time which was all the bushings...not uncommon from what I hear. Still didnt fix the problem...still loud and loose. Very sloppy and rough steering, rock hard seats and poor visibility out the windshield, transmission hesistates to shift. Not impressed for $29000!!
Best Truck Ever
dmtrask, 03/31/2010
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Bought this truck new in August 2001 and have enjoyed it ever since. Plenty of power from the 4.7L V8, great body style, and reliable from the get-go. I have 165,000 miles on the truck and it doesn't eat a lick of oil between changes (every 3000 miles). Best of all, it does everything I ask of it. It tows my trailer with no problem at all, hauls most anything that will fit in the bed, and doesn't seem to be pressed no matter what the cargo.
01 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab SLT
KCKettridge, 03/06/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Reliable,fun to drive work horse. The V6 has enough power and the cab is quiet when cruising at highway speeds. The Infinity AM/FM/CD System rocks and the seats are comfortable. The black interior is high maintenance though, as it shows everything from cracker crumbs to dog hair. The instrument panel,heater/ac/fan/wiper/headlight switch(s)/controls are large enough without seeming bulky or awkward. Interior appointments are nice, although the glove box is a little on the small side, the center console is rommy. The standard Goodyear Wrangler ST tires are a little small(215/75/15) but it still handles well and gives a smooth ride.
Solid Truck
RKMNY, 02/07/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Solid Truck but needs some minor adjustments. Put on Edlebrock IAS Shocks with Power Slot rotors. Truck drives like a car, now. Add a restriction free exhaust (Gibson) with a AirRaid Air Filter system and the 4.7 liter motor comes alive.
You Won't be Disappointed
goMSUspartans, 09/13/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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My silver 2001 2WD Quad Cab with 4.7L has been a dream. I use the bed a lot more than I thought. Suggestions, get a LINE-X bed liner, not a factory plastic one. The LINE-X beds look and perform great. Also, make sure to run mid grade gas or you'll get some pinging. The higher driving position of the 4WD version is appealing but I'm still glad I got the 2WD version for a little better mileage. My console tells me I've averaged 17.1mpg overall. Definitely get the 4.7L, the 3.9 was weak during the test drive.
Would Do it Again
Kevin H, 08/09/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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After 40K miles and 2 1/2 years, I'm still well pleased with my truck. When I purchased, the main option I considered was the F150 4 door. The Dakota styling, ride, and handling sold me. The truck is just the right size, not the lumbering giant of a full size but not the tuna can of a compact. The fit and finish are good, the 4.7 V8 is an exceptionally strong engine, and the Infinity stereo is one of the best factory systems I've heard in a truck. No major problems with the truck, although there is some backlash in the transmission that's anoying.
Enjoying it so far!
Raceboy21, 09/27/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I purchased the truck new and have commuted in Atlanta traffic for the past 3 years in it. The ride is better than most all trucks of the same, or larger, caliber but small enough to manuver the jerks of the road. Good power range but the only draw back would be the auto-trans shifting too hard.
Great Urban utility when you have kids
billnbobbie, 07/24/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Great for going to Home depot with the family(if you Credit card can stand it...) Have installed a hard toneau cover to make it a Durango with more cargo room.
My truck
dockpepper, 12/17/2004
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought this truck to haul the family, and for my side jobs. It did both very well. The first snow fall was 16", the truck handled it like it was nothing. The gas mileage is the only thing that kills you in the pocket. Otherwise the truck is great.
ill stick to the dakotas
kots, 06/27/2009
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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love the power of the 4.7 but not the gas it used up. inside the truck was fin but when the lach for the center counsle broke i had to undo the spring loaded hinge to keep it from staying open.also the radio controls on the stering wheel went out to but i used them alot.
Bad Quality - Nice Ride
nwdodgeguy, 08/30/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Been in the shop twice so far at 24,000 miles. Worst problems: 2 oil leaks from the oil pan and rear main seal, and a tranny leak from the output shaft seal. Bad hub bearing replaced.
2001 Dodge Dakota /quad 4X4
patrick barrett, 01/11/2005
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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16-17 mpg / lots of power from 4.7 v8 engine. Comfortable seating with the bench seat in front. One of the smoothest rides you"ll find from a truck with V-8 power.
Excellent Truck
Adam, 01/14/2005
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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I have had this truck since it was brand new. It has been an excellent truck and hasn't given me any problems other than the ball joints, which were easily replaced.
Better than a full size
kdrp, 09/16/2002
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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This is a heck of a truck. it can pull over 6000 pounds, accelerate faster than most cars, and has room for the whole family.
best truck out there
loveeveryminofit, 10/17/2003
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab 2WD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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After 36,000 mile i have on my truck still running smooth. my is a 5 speed i use my truck driving on highway and easy tour around my place. the V-6 is little weak like the chev s-10 and the ford ranger should use a little kick out of it of the v-6 gas mile not bad i getting anything 22-24 mile a gal. just cost alot money fill up the gas pump.
Love this truck!
Haulsum@ss, 08/28/2009
2001 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab 4WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Great overall truck. although with 2 kids i wished i had bought a crew cab. this truck has never got me stuck. The 4.7 really hauls, handles great, and will get up and go when called upon. These trucks are some of the nicest on the road. It's definatly alot better of a ride than my 01 Dodge Ram.
2001 Quad Cab SLT 2WD
T Chezem, 04/20/2005
2001 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport 2WD (3.9L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent truck overall. Dodge could do better with their fuel consumption...for the size of the truck. It gets 15 around town and 17 on the freeway; nowhere near Dodge's MPG ratings. Good cargo capacity and towing as well. Overall a great truck, just make sure you are ready for poor MPG, especially with the 4.7 V8. A well put together truck with great options and interior layout.