Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SLT2003

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$2,800
$3K–$14K
22 listings143,182 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

2003 Dodge Dakota SLT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SLT

Location data for all 2003 Dodge Dakota trims combined

39States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 38 other states nationwide.

Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Dodge Dakota trims

Elevated

The 2003 Dodge Dakota has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 295 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
295
Complaints
16
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
03V3890002003-10-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE HEADLAMP AND DASH WIRING HARNESS MAY BE CHAFED BY THE ACTUATION OF THE CLUTCH PEDAL. THIS COULD RESULT IN ABNORMAL OPERATION OF THE WIPERS, TURN SIGNALS, HORN OR LIGHTING SYSTEMS.

THIS COULD AFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY, COULD PREVENT A DRIVER FROM SOUNDING A WARNING BY USING THE HORN, AND, WHEN THE TURN SIGNALS ARE INOPERATIVE, THE DRIVER CANNOT USE THEM TO SIGNAL INTENT TO TURN, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 295 owners have filed complaints about the 2003 Dodge Dakota. SUSPENSION issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Suspension81
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic29
03Engine And Engine Cooling20
04Power Train18
05Electrical System15
295 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Dodge Dakota trims

13–17mpg combined
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11-16city
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16-19hwy
·
$2,600-$3,350/yr

Across 10 configurations, the 2003 Dodge Dakota returns 13–17 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city17 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
16mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
16mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 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 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
3.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city16 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
14mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
13mpg
5.9L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
11 city16 hwy~$3,350/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the SLT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Dodge Dakota SLT

How does the SLT compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

The SLT occupies a distinct position in the Dodge Dakota range. See how it stacks up on the 2003 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Dodge Dakota SLT?

Maintenance costs for the SLT align with the broader Dodge Dakota ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2003 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is suspension. Check the 2003 Dodge Dakota page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Dodge Dakota SLT?

For the SLT, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Dodge Dakota buyer's guide.

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