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Great Truck
Ronnie Edwards, 07/27/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my Dakota. I purchased a Colorado in '05 and soon after saw the new Dakota and wanted one. I finally made that choice about a month ago and I am glad I did so. Of course the gas mileage isn't as great but the difference isn't that drastic. Other things such as ride comfort, looks and standard features make up for it.
Comfortable Ride
Jesse, 08/09/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 2000 Tundra was falling apart, and I wanted to buy a small new truck. The interior room is great for hauling the kids around. We have also taken a couple of 500 miles trips and the highway mileage and comfort are great. But, the get up and go is non-existent. I don't get in a hurry with this one. Also, it is hard to get aftermarket parts/mods for the truck. Overall, a good ride, but I wish I had looked a bit more.
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Bad Trans
pinski10, 05/27/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I always like the Dodge Dakota so i bought this one Brand New. Since I have had this, it has been in the shop 5 times now. This time for the transmission that just went out @ 44,000 miles, and NO this year did not come with the extended Powertrain warranty. So I get to eat the cost of it this time. Other times it was in the shop for.. 1. Computer went out 2. Windshield Wiper motor 3. Bad Speakers 4. Ignition Switch
Looks can be deceiving
Jesse, 09/19/2022
2006 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4dr Club Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 06 club cab 3.7l v6 4speed automatic. I had to replace transmission, the main wiring harness from computer to engine has always been a weak link(connectors & grounds), and by all means it doesn't have much power at all. Transmissions are extremely weak, the engine is fairly dependable but valve seals are a defect begins smoking and burning oil at 75,000 miles. The truth about gas mileage, mine has NEVER been able to go over 10-12 mpg city, 14mpg highway, on its best days. If you're looking for a dakota, I highly recommend the 4.7v8. I know someone with one and it pulls like a champ. Same gas milage though (that's dodge for ya). Overall the 3.7l v6 engine itself is fairly dependable but not strong, while the transmissions are junk (4speed)
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NIce so far
pharaoh, 08/06/2007
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a RAM pickup but after seeing the Dakota I was sold. I love the exterior look (silver paint) of it and the smaller size means that my wife and daughter can drive it as well. Rides very quiet for a truck.
We call it Shake Rattle and Roll
Stacy GA, 07/07/2010
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
This truck shakes. It vibrates. Took it back to the dealership 5 times in 5 months. Finally had to call Chrysler when the dealership became very rude with me. They didn't know what to do with it. It was still under the manufacturers warranty but they kept telling me it was brake issues and tire issues. Had all that replaced. Truck was still vibrating. They repaired some kind of axle shaft. Still vibrating. Put 4 new tires on it and turned the front rotors. Didn't vibrate for about 3 months. Now it's vibrating again. It's a piece of crap just because of this vibration that no one can make permanently go away.
does not honor warranty
tuffoldman, 12/29/2011
2006 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
I own a 06 Dodge Dakota 4x4 with the 3.7 v6. I am overall satisfied with the truck, but not with Dodge itself. I bought my truck in Feb 07, important date: the transmission went out the other day so I looked up dodge warranty and found out that an extended warranty for the 06 dakota powertrain was provided if you bought your truck on or after July 07. 4 months from the day I bought mine Feb 07. So dodge eventhough it's the same year and all will not honor my warranty due to the 4 month difference on day of purchase. DODGE/CHRYSLER, I HAVE BOUGHT MY LAST VEHICLE FROM YOU AND WILL RECOMMEND TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY THE SAME. MAYBE THAT'S WHY THE JAPANESE ARE AHEAD OF US IN CUSTOMER SERVIC
Bad transmissions
Justin Schafer, 09/24/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
At 42k miles my transmission fluid is black when i replaced it 3 months ago. Of course they tell me i need a new transmission and of course it's 6k out of warranty. Eventually i get a hold of someone at dodge who agree to help, yet they only decided to pay 50% of 2,800 to get a new one. 02-05 come with 7 yr 70k powertrain warranty and late 06 to now come with a lifetime powertrain of course i got an early 06 so i'm screwed with a 3 yr 36k bumper to bumper. When i turn the wheel lock to lock it squeals, fluid seems fine, mystery illness. Terrible gas mileage, center console latch stuck and couldn't get it open after awhile. The whole center console is cheaply made.Overall bad choice on my part
Don't buy a Dodge!
Kenneth, 03/14/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I originally bought this truck due to it being the best truck for the money compared to the others. Now, I have constant problems with it. The power steering pump constantly screams as if it is low on fluid even though it is full. I have had difficulty getting the truck to start on 4 occasions, but the dealer can't duplicate the problem to diagnose it. The door is now sagging due to it not being tightened down all the way at the factory, and the body lean even at low speeds is excessive. I have taken the truck in to 3 different dealers for repair, and have had similar negative results with all. This truck is affordable initially, but is more expensive in the long run.
Great truck
tallicahead, 07/18/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My experience was great getting my truck. It was my first car that I have actually bought new. Truck handles like a dream around corners. Id like to see a Chevy do that.
Big wow, little performance.
wally, 10/30/2008
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I leased on a 48 month lease because it fit my budget and this is a great looking 1/4 ton truck. I have not had any real mechanical issues other than a very very soft suspension. I had a '79 Ford Granada as a teenage and it had better suspension! Gas mileage is a joke - 20 C/ 29 H, more like 13 C/ 19 H. The V8 4.7L is a great engine in this truck, lots of power when called upon. Like I said before, it looks great, outside and inside. Very rugged looking, to bad the suspension doesn't keep up!
NOT HeavyDuty
frank, 02/20/2010
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Front suspension will not hold up if driving off-road. Replaced tie-rod ends and torsion bar ends just driving slowing on dirt and gravel roads. This truck? is not as sturdy as my 98 or 2001 Dakota.
Can't wait to get rid of
Matt, 05/19/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 8 people found this review helpful
Wow this truck is a total dog. I have no clue why i bought it, I liked the looks of it and the factory sound system. Other than that, the truck has no power and it's the HO 4.7. Fuel mileage is terrible, usually around 12 overall. Best I've seen is 16 and that was on cruise on the highway. The ride is like riding in a semi. Any bump you hit about throws you out of the vehicle. I can't wait to get rid of this truck!! GMC Sierra here I come!!
Incentives to buy for a reason
Frank Klassen, 03/11/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Need something to pull the neighbor out of the ditch with look no futher. But don't try to pass a filling station because you may not make the next. Fuel economy is worst than my 1991 V8 Dakota with 220,000 miles on it. Try to turn up the volume with gloves on and you shut it off over 80% of the time and remember to watch out for the shifter lever which is in the way to get to the stereo. Window controls are not usable except without gloves and don't try to unbuckle with gloves it don't work. Plow through snow to get to the highway and the alternator belt slips. The armrest is so hard and it shows dirt instantly. Incentives to buy for a reason. Buy the Toyota
Great Truck
Steve C., 07/28/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Club Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2006 Club Cab about 19 months ago. I currently have 31,800 miles on it. Few complaints or problems. I love the large center arm rest. Very comfortable driving position. The 3.7 liter v-6 is adequate, but could use a little more power. My only complaint is that when you hit a bump, the front suspension rattles & sounds loose. Also, the blind spots are rather large which makes it difficult when pulling out of certain types of intersections. I like the styling and the interior is basic but it works well, after all it is a truck. I would recommend a Dakota to anyone who needs a truck. It's a great compromise between the smaller compact trucks & the full size gas guzzlers.
Overall great vehicle
John , 01/10/2009
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had my Dakota since new. The V8 is good but could have more power. 3xs back to the dealer for turn signle problems. Could use better suspension. Tires are terrible. Dodge, put a truck tire on a truck please. Surprisingly not as a cheaply built as I would think from a domestic vehicle. I prefer buying Deomestic but quality is going to drive that decision for people, including myself in the future. I love my Dakota. Thinking about adding some aftermarket improvement as I have no plans on getting rid of it. First vehicle I have had in a long time, domestic made, that I am really really happy with.
Not a bad truck...
tim927, 06/08/2009
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck wasn't bad. The v6 was great until pulling. The ford 4.2 v6 seems a bit more powerfull. I put 26k on without a problem and went on a couple road trips and stayed comfortable. I only traded it because I needed more room for a growing family, back to Ford!
OK
CC, 07/12/2009
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my truck new. I must say at first I loved it, but 3 months after having it, it was in the dealership 3 times on warrenty. Then about a year later in the shop again. First 2 things were with the gaskets for exhaust manafold, 3rd thing was air conditioning, 4th thing Camshaft Position Sensor wnet out at 36,000 miles, 5th thing sensor went out again at 49,000. No warrenty, thank god my husband is a wrench otherwise it would cost me $500. Truck is a piece. Think about giving it back and take my loses.
Gas Hog
gonz2479, 01/28/2010
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All I can say is this vehicle gets 12 MPG on mostly highway while keeping it below 2,000 rpms. The window sticker is far from accurate. Buyer beware.
Bought Used at 38K Miles
UsedDakotaPickup, 09/09/2010
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All of you that complain about power on the 6cyl have Automatics? I have the 6 sp manual, and it has great power. Uphill, on the freeway, 65 mph in 5th gear, and still accelerating uphill. 6th gear is great for cruising on flat land, as an OD should be. Plenty of power in the V6 3.7 L here! Great Acceleration from a stop, and when you need it to really romp, taking it up to 3000RMP before shifting seems to do the trick for 1st through 3rd. I get on the freeway every morning and am holding it back by the end of the ramp, where I was still flooring my old rig! Just went through my first tank of gas. 50% town, 50% Freeway - 18 MPG. Great for a pickup, and better than most small trucks for average!
New truck
al, 08/30/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is a very comfortable ride. Fun to drive. I use it everyday to and from work and errands. The side doors are very handy for the little ones to get in and out of the truck.
Sad power
Tkrutz, 09/19/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not very happy with the power in reverse when in 4x4. I can not get the rpm over 2000 and the engine will bog down. The service center completed a software upgrade to help this, however the 3.7 v6 just is a weak engine. I have tried other trucks at the dealer that match mine, and all have poor power to point of not being able to pull itself backwards out of a small incline
Buy one, you will love it
paul, 10/28/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drive mostly highway and I am getting about 20-21 MPG on the highway. I love this truck, It's the first truck I have ever owned. I only wish I would have gotten the V8. I like the V6. I would go out and buy another Dodge and not think twice about it. I have not had one problem with it and I have 12,300 mile on it.
Pretty good Ride
sammyjay, 11/15/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Club Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drive this truck every day. My only complaint is that the gas mileage is significantly less than advertised.
Nice Truck except for the Problems
2ndLDDodge, 01/21/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I downsized from a Ram to a Dakota for better gas mileage. Stuck with Dodge due to the reliability of my old Ram. Unfortunately, my Dakota has been in the shop ten times over the last year. Three for wheel vibrations that appear to be fixed for now, and seven for belt problems that still are not resolved. Belt tensioner broke at 4000 miles. Since then it has been through three additional belts and in-and-out of the shop for belt squeel when making tight turns in parking lots. Should have contacted a Lemon-Law attorney before it went out of waranty as a friend has the same truck and has never experienced this problem. Other than that, it's a pleasure to drive, and looks great too.
Love the Looks
RedBaron, 12/05/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was the truck I had been waiting for. Hated the nose design of the 1996-2005 [my prev. was a 1995 Dakota SLT]. This design is bold and clean. Interior is almost quiet, space is good, comfort is very good.. Fit & finish are great except for the body panels. Fenders to molded bumpers gap lets dirt, salt, mud flow thru. Got a cap on back and bed is fine & secure for most loads.
Good truck for the money...4.7liter v-8
just another driver, 05/16/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle used with 17,000 miles on it when I purchased it. At 19,000 the fuel pump went out, but the truck was covered under warranty, and they fixed it right away. For all around performance and features I can say it exceeded my expectations. The only gripe I have is the city driving w/ the 4.7 liter fuel mileage isn't all that great, but highway mileage is awesome! I'm fortunate to get 14 mpg city. Power is awesome and there's no lack at all in that category. I have over 30,000 miles on it now, and it has done well for me. I did experience a small problem w/ the door open sensor but they fixed it right away, I can only say good things about the dealership I purchased it from.
Dakota
don, 08/07/2018
updated 02/08/2021
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good vehicle based on value overall. Still running strong after 150,000 miles.
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Great vehicle.
Zachary Huggard, 01/27/2025
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My father bought his 2007 Dodge Dakota used off of some old farmer back in 2013. The thing has survived beautifully if you consider what it's been through. There are a couple of issues though. The powered seats seem to be very fragile, which wouldn't be surprising for the age of our vehicle, but still, I think that we're not the only people to have had this problem. The headlights stain very quickly, which is a problem with trucks, but with things like the Dakota, they happen far too easily. Just like the Tundras, headlight staining makes the truck look pretty bad & affects its performance by a lot. Overall, the truck's amazingly tough for such a small thing. I could leave it for 3 winters & all it would need is a battery charge. If you're looking for a truck that doesn't cost too much to really care about damages but is tough as nails, this Dakota has got your back.
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2006 Dakota 4.7 V8 Q-Cab 4WD SLT w/upgrd
Mike, 11/11/2010
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a 2006 Dakota with 21,000 miles on it in great condition. I needed something that can tow in the future, but not a big truck. It only had 4-5,000 miles per year prior to purchase. It rides much better than I thought and has plenty of room inside. I prefer the plastic look everyone seems to hate, but its easier to clean. I recently got 24 mpg highway and get about 18 city. This is great for a truck. I am very happy I got a Dakota with 21,000 and not a Frontier or Tacoma with 100,000. They are priced too high. Tailgate is not heavy like others say, better get back to the gym.
Pleased so far
davey , 08/21/2006
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
A nice truck, however the fuel mileage is not as rated. So far it is 14+ in the city. I will give it some time to loosen up. Great truck. I am glad I own it.
Great quality and design!
AMY, 01/06/2007
2006 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Dakota has been a wonderful vehicle for my family. From the comfortable seating for a family of four, to accountability. It was by far very affordable, with all of the extra equipment, compared to other makes!
Not The Greatest
zclary923, 04/05/2008
2006 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Club Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought this truck a little over a year ago and it has been pretty reliable for me. It seems to be put together pretty solid. The 3.7 L is very quiet, smooth, and feels refined. I have noticed that the truck seems to pull to the right some on the highway despite having a recent alignment, rotation, and balance done. Also the brakes are already squeaking some when coming to a stop which may or may not be because of the grime and buildup from driving it through Iowa winter. All around though it has been a good truck but if you are looking for something as your daily commuter buy a higher trim level with more options and get 4 wheel drive it makes your vehicle worth that much more.
MY 07 DAKOTA
KEVIN (BIGDOG) MARTIN, 09/26/2023
2007 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my 07 Dakota it has given me not one issue she has 219,700 miles on her and i have towed many things with her including a 35 foot camper and pulled it like it wasnt even there it has a 3.7 motor in her and gas milage is still really great i have also loaded her with over a ton of scrap and she still ran stong
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