Used 2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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2005 Dodge Dakota 4x4 SLT Quad Cab
JCH, 01/02/2007
Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
40000 miles. Original Goodyears gone, new Michelin LTA's should last longer. 8 oil changes and regular maintenance never let me down off road/on hwy/anywhere. Expecting 160,000 miles out of it before trading up. Would buy it again and would recommend it. Has good road manners. Gas mileage averages 18-19 miles-per-us- gallon. I do mostly highway driving.
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Dakdude, 12/29/2005
Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I find the Dakota a fun truck to drive. It feels very solid and handles well. I like the interior and exterior design, vey well thought out. One exception would be the location of the transmission selector. It needs to be more centrally located. Sound system is really good. Some things that could stand improvement are the fuel economy. Although it stckered at 17 city and 20 HWY (I think), I have yet to break 17 on the HWY! Also, 4WD gets a little stubborn at low speeds in snow, kind of like surging or something. All in all, however, I really like the Dakota and would recommend it to anyone looking for a tough midsize truck to have fun with.
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Not Bad - Could be better
Jason, 02/05/2008
Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Truck is great for storage, hauling (pulls my 20' boat with no problem), and has decent get up and go. Suspension is questionable. I just replace the tierod ends for the 2nd time since purchasing. Rear stabilizer bars need work also. Ground clearance is also a concern for a pickup. Fuel economy is worse than a lot of full-size trucks. I get roughly 13.5 in city and 16.5 on the highway if I am lucky.
2005 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad Cab 4WD (3.7L)
Bill Smith, Lansdale, PA, 12/08/2015
Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have owned this truck for 5 years now. Picked it up used threw brand new set of michelins on it and was set. I like the truck due to the high feeling in the truck even though its not. I got the 6 Cylinder not expecting good performance and better gas mileage. The 4WD works terrific and the motor is in great shape. One thing i have noticed with these dakotas is the right rear fender rusts. The only money i have put into the truck is oil changes, brakes, sound system, and gas. i enjoy the truck like you would want to. Now to the negative side. The trans has started to act up like a year ago. It slips every now and then but is not bad atleast yet. 6 months ago i put this substance to help the trans and i havent felt it slip yet. I dont have a v8 but my point of view if your going for a v8 just get the full size. i can still tow my trailer and have tools in the back. Now it would be nice if i could get the long bed. I may have a long bed fabricated in. Ive seen a review complaining about gas mileage. What do you expect with a v8?
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A True Mid-Size in a class by itself
Glen J, 03/28/2006
Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am very happy with my Dakota! After owning a Ram for many years I was hesitant to downsize, but my wife didn't like driving fullsized trucks. The Dakota is a perfect compromise between the smaller competitors and full-size trucks; it has more room for the family, but is still easy to drive. It truly is in a class by itself and is often compared to the cramped feeling compact trucks that are not true Mid-size trucks. The Dakota can actually tow loads in the full-size range, it is heavy, solid, roomy, and has plenty of power (with the optional 4.7HO) to meet the needs of most. It has an aggressive look and nice interior. We have owned many Dodge vehicles and so far this is the best one yet.