Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SXT2004

Includes:DAKOTA|SXT
$4,000
Starting From
10
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 10 active dealer listings as of

Min $4,000
Max $11,000
From $4,000
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SXT Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,500
$2K–$18K
28 listings155,357 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

2004 Dodge Dakota SXT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SXT

Location data for all 2004 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 2004 Dodge Dakota trims

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 206 complaints, the 2004 Dodge Dakota rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
206
Complaints
11
Crashes
6
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0640002008-20-10
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

SKF IS RECALLING 2,805 HUB UNITS, PART NO. BR930361, SOLD AS A SERVICE PART FOR 1997-2004 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES AND 1999-2003 DODGE DURANGO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2-WHEEL DRIVE & REAR AXLE ABS. DUE TO A SPECIFICATION ERROR, THE ROTOR PILOT FOR THE HUB UNIT MAY BE TOO LONG. THIS RESULTS IN THE WHEEL TO NOT BE SEATED FULLY AGAINST THE HUB FLANGE FACE DURING MOUNTING.

IMPROPER SEATING OF THE WHEEL CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE VIBRATION, BRAKE ROTOR NOISE, DIFFICULTY REMOVING THE WHEEL AFTER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE, AND POSSIBLY WHEEL-END SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. SHOULD WHEEL-END SEPARATION OCCUR, THE DRIVER COULD LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

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04V2160002004-05-05
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD CAUSE INTERNAL CORROSION AND RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY.

DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2004 Dodge Dakota's biggest weak point? STEERING. It leads 206 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Steering56
02Suspension26
03Air Bags14
04Electrical System13
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic12
206 total across 1 model years (2004–2004)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2004 Dodge Dakota trims

14–17mpg combined
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13-15city
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17-20hwy
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$2,600-$3,150/yr

Fuel economy for the 2004 Dodge Dakota ranges from 14 to 17 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 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 - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
3.7L 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 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
14mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2004 Dodge Dakota SXT FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SXT compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

The SXT occupies a distinct position in the Dodge Dakota range. See how it stacks up on the 2004 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2004 Dodge Dakota SXT?

Maintenance costs for the SXT align with the broader Dodge Dakota ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2004 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is steering. Check the 2004 Dodge Dakota page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Dodge Dakota SXT?

For the SXT, 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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