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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2010 Dakota, so we've included reviews for other years of the Dakota since its last redesign.
Too bad not made anymore
WHKJR, 09/21/2022
updated 03/24/2025
2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 4dr Extended Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Likes - good oversize and shape for a mid size, very good handling, decent seating, decent brakes and steering, paint holds up well, easy to change oil, cabin amenities are good and easy to use. Dislikes - MPG deteriorated quickly after 10 yrs, Steering and suspension requires lot of maintenance, Seats support sinking (need cushion to sit on to see out windshield), steering not as tight anymore (a little more play). Clock in radio disappears a lot. Removed unit to look for a reset button. Couldn't find one. Radio works fine clock is out more than half a year and then just comes back on for awhile.
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Luv the new Dakota
Phil in the Burbs, 08/01/2008
2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4dr Crew Cab SB (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Just picked up my 08 Dakota. Turned in a Ram for this little beauty. Very impressed with the looks, interior, and drive-ability of this truck. This is a very capable truck in a smaller package. Very easy for the wife to maneuver in traffic. Vehicle fit and finish is excellent. Better on gas than my old Hemi. Interior is very quite and the upgraded stereo is very crisp and clear. Really like the Sirius radio option. Had an issue finding room to store all my gear from the Ram. Solved by mounting on of the collapse-able bins from interior to the truck bed with sheet metal screws.
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Lots of Power
Hoodoo74, 11/19/2009
2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck in January 2009 just before Chrysler went under. Like many truck guys I'm very brand loyal for better or worse. This is the third Dakota that I've owned and I've always liked the mid-size handling and the available V8 power. In those areas, the truck doesn't disappoint - acceleration and handling are impressive. The new V8 and the 5 speed automatic seem well suited to each other. The interior, like all past Dakotas, seems to be cheaply made though I've never had anything break off or not work. Maybe it's just me but the optional heated bucket seats are like riding on a piece of 2x12 - next to no cushion at all which is a pain in the butt (literally) on long trips.
nightmare
paul, 01/22/2010
2008 Dodge Dakota TRX 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
my 2004 was way better.this was nothing but problems since the day I bought it.awesome look,great power and roomy.thats all.many numerous factory tsb's and defects.mechanically and cosmetically.too many problems,that a rep was sent in.they didn't do anything,and wanted me to file suit against them.BEWARE.traded it in less than a year of having it,with only 9000 miles.nice looking,but I was also stuck with a brand new lemon with numerous,numerous problems.please stay away.factory tires are junk also.
Great truck
Tom, 01/03/2009
2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4dr Crew Cab SB (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I reseached this purchase before spending $27K, and nothing compared to the value received in the Dakota. Oh yes, all the magazines love Toyota and Nissan, however, these same magazines receive a heck of a lot more incentives from these manufacturers for the positive take. This Dodge is every bit as good, more powerful, more capable and better looking. Take advantage of all the incentives, compare, and you'll come to the same conclusion---Buy it! You won't be sorry.
Awesome Truck
EMT Ryan, 08/11/2009
2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 4dr Extended Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a nice truck that was fully loaded, but wasn't too large. After comparing all of the models available, I noticed that the smaller, almost car-sized trucks were comparable to price of the Dakota. After taking it for a quick test drive, I immediately noticed that the V6 Magnum had the power that could be used if needed. Great interior - almost nice enough to be considered luxury - and all the features you could ask for. Great ride all in all. I average 18-22mpg combined, which isn't too bad for a truck this size. Towed my 16 foot, 1500lb boat with no effort. Nice stock stereo system. New design for the exterior makes the truck look much nicer. Great truck for the money!
Outstanding!
REDNECKKID11, 09/03/2008
2008 Dodge Dakota SLT 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Just bought my Dakota. Love it! I Love the off-road capability, the looks, style. Even it's 3.7 L v6 performs great in towing, off-roading, etc.
Love the truck, don't love the issues...
G Hop, 11/23/2019
2010 Dodge Dakota ST 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2010 Dakota 3.7 L Big Horn package May, 2019. I've always liked Dakota's. I thought that it was a good thing having the 6 cyl for fuel economy, which it is. There are issue I've found. The 1st is the engine size. Dodge should have put at least a 4.0 L engine in it. My older 2003 S-10 had way more power and towing capabilities than this one. The 2nd is that the truck inexplicably turns off. I was 1st told that the transmission was overheating thus automatically cutting off the engine as a built-in safety mechanism. Then recently the engine has continued to cut out. This time I discovered that it is the ignition switch which is loose. My wish is that Dodge (RAM) brings back the Dakota. My suggestions are 1) keep the 2010 body, it's a TRUE mid-sized truck. 2) Engines: Have a larger 4.0 or bigger V-6 and the Eco-Diesel in the 1500. 3) Reconfigure the cab. There's a lot of empty & mis-used space. I'm sure that there's other things but these are my biggies.
Best truck I have had yet.
Bob Dreewes, 08/30/2016
updated 09/08/2017
2010 Dodge Dakota BigHorn 4dr Extended Cab SB (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this PU as my retirement truck. It has been excellent. In the past 7 years it is still like new and has never let me down. It just passed 23,000 miles and still running great. I have have guys walk up and ask if I was thing of selling it. I replaced the original tires as they were starting to check on the rim. It uses no oil between changes which occur every 2,000 miles.
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Great Concept. Bad build. Too heavy and sluggish.
nclemons1985, 02/26/2014
2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
20 of 31 people found this review helpful
I Loved Dakotas. I owned a 94 4WD 3.9L V6 Dakota. Really fun to drive. Great size. In 2004 I purchased a 2000 4.7L V8 4WD Dakota. I recently sold it with 170,000 miles. It still ran great. My favorite year for Dakotas. Last year I purchased a 2008 4WD Dakota with the 4.7L. I traded it in 4 months later for a new RAM. They upgraded the 4.7L to 302 hp yet it is slower than my 00 Dakota. The 08 is to heavy. Defeats the purpose of mid size or small size truck. The ground clearance is too low. The 4WD is stiff; in addition the turning radius in 4WD is as bad as I have ever experienced in a truck. The truck is almost unbearable to drive off road. The suspension is too weak to carry the weight