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Dodge
Model
Dakota
Year
2003
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2003 Base 4x2 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112 in. WB
most popular
Price:   -  From $16,845
2003 SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112 in. WB Price:   -  From $17,690
2003 Sport 4x2 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112 in. WB Price:   -  From $17,690
2003 Base 4x2 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $19,515
2003 SLT 4x2 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $19,530
2003 Sport 4x2 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $19,530
2003 Base 4x4 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112.1 in. WB Price:   -  From $19,955
2003 SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112.1 in. WB Price:   -  From $20,980
2003 Sport 4x4 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112.1 in. WB Price:   -  From $20,980
2003 SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 5.25 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $21,715
2003 Sport/SXT 4x2 Quad Cab 5.25 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $21,715
2003 Base 4x4 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131.2 in. WB Price:   -  From $22,790
2003 SLT 4x4 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131.2 in. WB Price:   -  From $22,815
2003 Sport 4x4 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131.2 in. WB Price:   -  From $22,815
2003 R/T 4x2 Regular Cab 6.3 ft. box 112 in. WB Price:   -  From $24,150
2003 SLT 4x4 Quad Cab 5.25 ft. box 131.1 in. WB Price:   -  From $24,480
2003 Sport/SXT 4x4 Quad Cab 5.25 ft. box 131.1 in. WB Price:   -  From $24,480
2003 R/T 4x2 Club Cab 6.3 ft. box 131 in. WB Price:   -  From $26,450

Overview

We've often seen the Dodge Dakota classified as a mid-size pickup, or even as the mid-size pickup: smaller than a Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, or Dodge's own Ram, yet bigger than the Ford Ranger, Chevy S-10, GMC Sonoma, or Toyota Tacoma. Dodge strategically promotes the Dakota as the biggest, most powerful, most capable compact pickup on the market. Call it a compact and it's the only compact offering optional V8 power. Whatever you call it, the Dakota offers more versatility than other compact pickups, without quite as much bulk as a full-size truck. Or as Shakespeare might have put it: A Dakota by any other name would be precisely the same size. And that size seems to fit some pickup buyers just right. Dakota's biggest change for 2002 is the addition of the value-priced SXT, which offers sporty looks and features for under $17,000. And unlike some competitors' compact-trucks-with-attitude, SXT comes in two or four-wheel drive. For more serious performance, Dakota continues to offer the big-engined R/T model, now with chromed wheels optional. Most Dakotas ride into 2002 with an increased GVW, and the rear-wheel anti-lock brake system (RWAL) now includes electronic brake apportioning (EBA) for more effective stopping and increased lining life.

Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.9L V-6 / 175 HP / 225 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 5-spd man w/OD
Available: 4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
16 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
3 / 2
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.9L V-6 / 175 HP / 225 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
16 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Brakes
Front Disc/rear Drum / 4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Leaf
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank
20.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$77
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
Passenger Volume
56 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
196.0 "
Exterior Width
71.6 "
Exterior Height
64.8 "
Front Headroom
40.0 "
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom
41.9 "
Rear Legroom
Front Shoulder Room
57.2 "
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,707 Lbs. / 3,728 Lbs.
Wheel Base
112 "
Turning Radius
17.9 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
2 Doors
Wheels
16.0 " Silver Styled Steel / 16.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Badging
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Manual
Bumpers
Colored
Grille Moldings
Colored / Body-colored
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
3 / 2
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
40-20-40 Split-bench / Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
4-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am Stereo/fm Stereo, Clock, Seek-scan / Am Stereo/fm Stereo, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Passenger
Remote Keyless Entry
Power Outlets
1 / 2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Anti-Lock Brakes
Rear Wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) / 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
84 Months / 70,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
84 Months / 70,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months

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