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View detailed Dodge Dakota specifications in the Truck Trend new truck buyer's guide. Learn more about the new Dodge Dakota truck's performance, handling, truckgo space, interior, and more with comprehensive specs.
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2008 Dodge Dakota ST Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota ST Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 16/20 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 4.7L V8
Fuel Economy: N/A
2008 Dodge Dakota TRX Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 16/20 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota Sport Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 14/18 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota SLT Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota SLT Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 4.7L V8
Fuel Economy: 14/18 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota SXT Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota SXT Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 15/19 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota TRX Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 15/20 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota Sport Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota Sport Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 4.7L V8
Fuel Economy: 14/18 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota ST Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota ST Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 16/20 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 4.7L V8
Fuel Economy: N/A
2008 Dodge Dakota SXT Crew Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota SXT Crew Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 15/19 mpg
2008 Dodge Dakota SLT Extended Cab Pickup 2008 Dodge Dakota SLT Extended Cab Pickup
Engines: 3.7L V6
Fuel Economy: 15/19 mpg

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