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Marcus, 04/12/2005
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Overall a very good mid-size truck that provides all the power and hauling capacity most people need. A definite upgrade in ride, noise and comfort over the previous model. Looks take a while to get used to. Wish the 4x4 sat a little higher and looked different than the 4x2.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Dakota Laramie - Almost Purrrrfect!

Bob531, 03/19/2005
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Club Cab Laramie 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I was looking for a vehicle which would replace my Ford Ranger and my Monte Carlo - Enter my Dakaota Quad Cab! It's everything I need. It has the comfort and about twice the interior room of my car and about the same payload as my Ranger. I was a little unsure of getting the V-8 because of the gas mileage, but hearing those 8 cylinders purr as I'm cruising down the highway almost makes me think I'm back in the power days of the 60's!! And the gas mileage is within a gallon or so of the V6's!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love it

jetbatt, 04/29/2005
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I actually have the 4.7L V8. Front and rear comfort is exceptional for a mid-size truck. I have noticed that the mid-size trucks of today are the the full-size trucks of a decade ago. Cup holders galore! Nice beefy suspension with a smooth ride. Dodge has the best Red!

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5 out of 5 stars

Perfect new Dakota Styling

BG MA, 04/04/2005
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Club Cab ST 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Dodge really improved on the body styling for 2005....It's good to see that a reasonably priced truck can look better than what the other automakers are selling....I also had a 2000 Quad Cab 4x4 and never had a problem with it....

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4 out of 5 stars

Good Looking Truck

Raimundo, 03/11/2017
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
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I have it already for almost 5 years and the only problem I had was replacement of steering links but Im running it with 20" wheels. It is very comfortable, we love it. After that just normal maintenance, oil change etc and a new battery just because of time life. The truck had a couple of recalls and Dodge complied with them with no complains. But I drive it very carefull and don't abuse from it. The best thing is there is not to much technology on it, same as less headechs to deal with.

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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