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Dodge Dakota Generations

Each Dodge Dakota generation, representing the timeframe between each Dakota redesign, is listed below. Use this list to see which is the most reliable and safest Dakota generation based on iSeeCars' data-driven ratings.

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In the market for a slightly used Dodge Dakota, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Dodge Dakota's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Dodge Dakota and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Dodge Dakota is a midsize pickup last redesigned in 2005. The latest generation is powered by a 3.7L engine that makes 210 hp and delivers up to 18 mpg. A 4.7L engine that makes 302 hp and offers up to 12 mpg is also available. A new Dodge Dakota has a starting MSRP of $22,755, and used prices for this generation of Dodge Dakota range from $3,987 to $16,991.

The previous Dodge Dakota generation is a midsize pickup produced from 1997 to 2004. This generation is powered by a 3.7L engine that makes 210 hp and delivers up to 18 mpg. A 4.7L engine that makes 230 hp and offers up to 17 mpg is also available. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $1,973 to $14,327.

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Dodge Dakota Generations

In the market for a slightly used Dodge Dakota, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Dodge Dakota's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Dodge Dakota and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Dodge Dakota is a midsize pickup last redesigned in 2005. The latest generation is powered by a 3.7L engine that makes 210 hp and delivers up to 18 mpg. A 4.7L engine that makes 302 hp and offers up to 12 mpg is also available. A new Dodge Dakota has a starting MSRP of $22,755, and used prices for this generation of Dodge Dakota range from $3,987 to $16,991.

The previous Dodge Dakota generation is a midsize pickup produced from 1997 to 2004. This generation is powered by a 3.7L engine that makes 210 hp and delivers up to 18 mpg. A 4.7L engine that makes 230 hp and offers up to 17 mpg is also available. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $1,973 to $14,327.

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2005–2010 Dodge Dakota

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iSEECARS Generations Rating

iSeeCars Generations Rankings are calculated based on an analysis of data from over 12 million cars that assesses how long each vehicle generation lasts, along with safety data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2010 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 302hp, 329ft. lbs. 4X2, 4X4 $6,452–$16,991 $22,755–$33,180 10 mpg–17 mpg
2009 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 302hp, 329ft. lbs. 4X2, 4X4 $5,985–$15,950 $22,560–$31,630 10 mpg–18 mpg
2008 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 302hp, 329ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $4,998–$14,081 $19,435–$31,100 15 mpg–18 mpg
2007 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 235hp, 300ft. lbs. 4WD, 4X2, 4X4, RWD $4,995–$13,445 $19,780–$29,850 15 mpg–17 mpg
2006 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 230hp, 290ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $3,998–$12,669 $20,985–$30,435 15 mpg–17 mpg
2005 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 230hp, 295ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $3,987–$12,483 $20,530–$29,835 15 mpg–17 mpg

1997–2004 Dodge Dakota

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2004 3.7L V6 210hp, 235ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 230hp, 295ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $3,879–$12,105 $17,845–$27,435 14 mpg–17 mpg
2003 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 235hp, 295ft. lbs.; 5.9L V8 245hp, 335ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $2,997–$10,990 $17,465–$27,070 13 mpg–17 mpg
2002 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 235hp, 295ft. lbs.; 5.9L V8 245hp, 335ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $3,300–$9,999 $15,195–$25,740 12 mpg–19 mpg
2001 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 235hp, 295ft. lbs.; 5.9L V8 245hp, 335ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $3,049–$9,997 $14,495–$24,075 13 mpg–20 mpg
2000 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 175hp, 230ft. lbs.; 4.7L V8 235hp, 295ft. lbs.; 5.9L V8 245hp, 335ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $2,995–$14,327 $14,100–$24,570 12 mpg–20 mpg
1999 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8; 5.9L V8 250hp, 345ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $1,997–$13,246 $13,870–$21,900 13 mpg–19 mpg
1998 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8; 5.9L V8 250hp, 345ft. lbs. 4WD, RWD $2,635–$13,252 $13,635–$21,465 13 mpg–20 mpg
1997 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD $1,973–$9,900 $13,235–$21,320 13 mpg–20 mpg

1987–1996 Dodge Dakota

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
1996 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD $1,200–$8,999 $11,570–$20,605 13 mpg–20 mpg
1995 2.5L I4 120hp, 145ft. lbs.; 2.5L I4 99hp, 132ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD $995–$10,424 $10,781–$19,974 13 mpg–22 mpg
1994 2.5L I4 99hp, 132ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 3.9L V6 175hp, 225ft. lbs.; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD $3,950–$14,372 $10,055–$19,021 13 mpg–22 mpg
1993 2.5L I4 99hp, 132ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD $1,000–$9,920 $9,649–$17,687 13 mpg–22 mpg
1992 2.5L I4 117hp, 139ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD – $9,315–$17,024 13 mpg–21 mpg
1991 2.5L I4 117hp, 139ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 4WD, RWD – $8,933–$16,090 13 mpg–21 mpg
1990 2.5L I4 117hp, 139ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 4WD, RWD – $8,410–$18,115 15 mpg–21 mpg
1989 2.5L I4 100hp, 135ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 4WD, RWD – $7,884–$18,115 14 mpg–22 mpg
1988 2.2L I4 96hp, 121ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 4WD, RWD – $8,659–$13,115 15 mpg–22 mpg
1987 2.2L I4 97hp, 122ft. lbs.; 3.9L V6 4WD, RWD – $7,005–$10,888 16 mpg–21 mpg

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Our methodology

iSeeCars Generations Rating is calculated based on the latest research from our data science team.

The iSeeCars Generations Rating is an analysis of two factors: reliability and safety. It is calculated for each model generation based on the analysis of over 312 million cars using a proprietary mathematical model that estimated the probability that each vehicle would survive to various mileage thresholds. This survival model was used to calculate the average lifespan of each vehicle generation, which forms the basis of the reliability score. The safety score is based on NHTSA safety ratings.

Vehicles are scored in two categories:

Reliability

The reliability score represents an analysis of iSeeCars' proprietary research on the longest-lasting vehicles.

Safety

The safety score is calculated based on the last five years of crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and incorporates the latest Top Safety Pick information from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).