Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SLT2000

Includes:DAKOTA|SLT
$1,500
Starting From
96
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 96 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,500
Max $16,496
From $1,500
Fresh

SLT Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,250
$1K–$14K
13 listings128,846 avg miles
Big Horn
From$4,700
39 listings|$5K–$18K
Laramie
From$5,995
16 listings|$6K–$14K
SLT
From$1,500
96 listings|$2K–$16K
ST
From$2,695
34 listings|$3K–$14K
SXT
From$4,000
10 listings|$4K–$11K
Sport
From$1,250
22 listings|$1K–$13K

2000 Dodge Dakota SLT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SLT

Location data for all 2000 Dodge Dakota trims combined

39States

10% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 39 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2000 Dodge Dakota trims

High Concern

With 3 recalls and 842 complaints, the 2000 Dodge Dakota rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
842
Complaints
60
Crashes
14
Fires
Recall Findings
00V1980002000-17-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE REAR AXLE VENT HOSE AND THE BRAKE HOSE.

A PUNCTURE IN THE REAR BRAKE HOSE WILL RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKING FORCE AT THE REAR WHEELS.

View at NHTSA
00V1970002000-17-07
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4.7L ENGINE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXPEL FLUID FROM THE FILL TUBE DURING NORMAL TEMPERATURE OPERATION.

THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM AND IGNITION OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD RESULT.

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00V1930002000-17-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS BUILT WITH 2.5L ENGINES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE AND THE POWER STEERING HOSE.

A PUNCTURE OF THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKING FORCE AT THE FRONT WHEELS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2000 Dodge Dakota's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 842 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension229
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic220
03Power Train50
04Engine And Engine Cooling44
05Steering37
842 total across 1 model years (2000–2000)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2000 Dodge Dakota trims

12–20mpg combined
·
11-18city
·
15-23hwy
·
$2,200-$3,650/yr

Fuel economy for the 2000 Dodge Dakota ranges from 12 to 20 MPG combined across 11 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city23 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
14mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
13mpg
5.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
11 city16 hwy~$3,350/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
12mpg
5.9L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
11 city15 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SLT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2000 Dodge Dakota SLT

How does the SLT compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

with 96 listings tracked, the SLT sits in a specific spot in the 2000 Dodge Dakota lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2000 Dodge Dakota page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2000 Dodge Dakota SLT?

The SLT shares its core mechanicals with other Dodge Dakota trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for suspension issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2000 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Dodge Dakota SLT?

The best model year for the Dodge Dakota SLT comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Dodge Dakota overview.

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