2003
Dodge Dakota

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$19,530
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Available trims

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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB Base
    Starts at
    $16,845
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,645 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB Sport
    Starts at
    $17,690
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,645 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB SLT
    Starts at
    $17,690
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,645 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB Base
    Starts at
    $19,515
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,384 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB Sport
    Starts at
    $19,530
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,384 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB SLT
    Starts at
    $19,530
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    2,384 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD Base
    Starts at
    $19,955
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,633 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD Sport
    Starts at
    $20,980
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,633 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD SLT
    Starts at
    $20,980
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,633 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4dr Quad Cab 131" WB Sport
    Starts at
    $21,715
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,818 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4dr Quad Cab 131" WB SLT
    Starts at
    $21,715
    18 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,784 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD Base
    Starts at
    $22,790
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,992 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD Sport
    Starts at
    $22,815
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,992 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD SLT
    Starts at
    $22,815
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,992 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Reg Cab 112" WB R/T
    Starts at
    $24,150
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,198 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4dr Quad Cab 131" WB 4WD Sport
    Starts at
    $24,480
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,681 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4dr Quad Cab 131" WB 4WD SLT
    Starts at
    $24,480
    14 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,535 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2dr Club Cab 131" WB R/T
    Starts at
    $26,450
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,431 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Dodge Dakota base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
3/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
7 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6-10 MY and / or 75,001-120,000 miles
Basic
3 Month 3,000 mile Max Care Warranty
Dealer certification
125 point inspection
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Consumer reviews

87% of drivers recommend this car
4.1 / 5
Based on 40 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 3.8
Performance 3.9
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.2
Reliability 4.1

Most recent

By Jedihosmastr #3.. from Fayetteville, n.c
Owns this car
January 21, 2024

My 2993 dodge dakota truck

It's a great and good riding and fun to drive I however have been having problems when changing the rear brakes pads especially on the drivers side, and the emergency rear brake cable as well, other wise it's a pretty reliable truck, when commuting or hauling things, do need a new years wifi ,cd , am/fm radio.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 4.0
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By Klyde from Saint Peters, Mo
Owns this car
December 12, 2022

Glad I bought it

Bought new in 03. Has a club cab with 3.9L engine. Always started and got me home. No serious problems. Replaced water pump, serpentine belt, ball joints and wheel bearings at 100k. Best truck I've owned over 45 years of driving.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Dodge Dakota?

The 2003 Dodge Dakota is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Base (4 styles)
  • R/T (2 styles)
  • SLT (6 styles)
  • Sport (6 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Dodge Dakota?

The 2003 Dodge Dakota offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 19 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 Dodge Dakota reliable?

The 2003 Dodge Dakota has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Dodge Dakota owners.

Is the 2003 Dodge Dakota a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Dodge Dakota. 87.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.1 / 5
Based on 40 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 3.8
  • Performance: 3.9
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.2
  • Reliability: 4.1
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