2006 Dodge Dakota

$2,500
from
39
listings
$3K–$18K
price range
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Low$2,500
High$17,900
From$2,500
Avg Mileage127,564 mi
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Sourced from 39 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2006 Dodge Dakota Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,500
$3K–$18K
39 listings127,564 avg miles
Big Horn
From$4,950
37 listings|$5K–$15K
Laramie
From$2,700
15 listings|$3K–$15K
SLT
From$750
107 listings|$750–$18K
ST
From$1,600
20 listings|$2K–$16K
SXT
From$3,545
7 listings|$4K–$12K
Sport
From$1,999
22 listings|$2K–$10K

2006 Dodge Dakota Pricing

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Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2006 Dodge Dakota's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 284 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
284
Complaints
22
Crashes
7
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Dodge Dakota has accumulated 284 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags111
02Steering32
03Power Train17
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic9
05Suspension8
284 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

15–17mpg combined
·
13-15city
·
18-20hwy
·
$3,950-$4,500/yr

With 8 configurations tested, the 2006 Dodge Dakota ranges from 15 to 17 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city20 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 6-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
13 city19 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 6-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city18 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2006 Dodge Dakota

36States

If you're near Nebraska, you're in luck: 8% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

Buying a 2006 Dodge Dakota?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2006 Dodge Dakota a good car to buy?

The 2006 Dodge Dakota has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Dodge Dakota?

You'll get between 15 and 17 MPG combined from the 2006 Dodge Dakota, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2006 Dodge Dakota?

Out of 284 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2006 compare to other Dodge Dakota years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Dodge Dakota model years. Visit the Dodge Dakota buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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