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2008 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab
At a Glance
| Pricing | $19,435 - $29,740 |
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| Drive Types | RWD, 4WD |
| Engines | V6 (210-bhp), V8 (302-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A4, A5, M6 |
| Fuel Economy | 14-16 (city), 18-20 (highway) |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 41 |
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Mid-sized with available V8 power
Overview Information
Like the Ram pickup, the Dakota shares similar styling cues that identify it unmistakably as a Dodge truck. The Dakota Club Cab offers extra room behind the front seats for cargo. Being a midsize truck allows the Dakota to offer real cargo and towing capacity advantages over its compact pickup competition. Engine choices include a 3.7L V-6 and 4.7L V-8, but no Hemi ®. Both are equipped with a standard 6-speed manual, which is a rarity in this class. A more stylish interior with aluminum colored trim adds sophistication to the Dakota.
What Changed:
The Dakota receives styling updates for 2008. Output of the 4.7L V8 increases to 302 hp, a gain of 42 hp.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| Dakota Extended Cab ST | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | RWD | 35 | $19,435 |
| Dakota Extended Cab ST | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 27 | $20,570 |
| Dakota Extended Cab ST | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | 4WD | 26 | $23,685 |
| Dakota Extended Cab ST | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 18 | $24,820 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SXT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | RWD | 35 | $20,995 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SXT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 27 | $22,130 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SXT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | 4WD | 26 | $25,245 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SXT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 18 | $26,380 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | RWD | 35 | $23,950 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 27 | $25,085 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | RWD | 41 | $26,145 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | 4WD | 26 | $26,900 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 18 | $28,035 |
| Dakota Extended Cab SLT | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | 4WD | 26 | $29,055 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | RWD | 35 | $24,360 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 27 | $25,495 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | RWD | 41 | $26,515 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | M6 | 4WD | 26 | $27,545 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 18 | $28,680 |
| Dakota Extended Cab TRX | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | 4WD | 26 | $29,740 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Sport | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 27 | $25,135 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Sport | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | RWD | 41 | $26,195 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Sport | 3.7l V6 (210-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 18 | $28,060 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Sport | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | 4WD | 26 | $29,120 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Laramie | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | RWD | 41 | $26,745 |
| Dakota Extended Cab Laramie | 4.7l V8 (302-bhp) | A5 | 4WD | 26 | $29,725 |
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