Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SLT2006

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$2,500
$3K–$15K
29 listings138,793 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

2006 Dodge Dakota SLT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SLT

Location data for all 2006 Dodge Dakota trims combined

39States

Florida has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 39 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2006 Dodge Dakota trims

High Concern

The 2006 Dodge Dakota's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 283 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
283
Complaints
22
Crashes
7
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Dodge Dakota has accumulated 283 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
283 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Dodge Dakota trims

15–17mpg combined
·
13-15city
·
18-20hwy
·
$2,600-$2,900/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~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city20 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 6-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
13 city19 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 - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 6-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

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

SLT Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2006 Dodge Dakota SLT

How does the SLT compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

Every Dodge Dakota trim targets a different buyer. The 2006 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 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 most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2006 Dodge Dakota page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Dodge Dakota SLT?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Dakota SLT year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Dodge Dakota overview compares all years side by side.

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