2008 Dodge Dakota

$3,500
from
16
listings
$4K–$14K
price range
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Low$3,500
High$13,948
From$3,500
Avg Mileage131,250 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 16 active dealer listings as of

2008 Dodge Dakota Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,500
$4K–$14K
16 listings131,250 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

2008 Dodge Dakota Pricing

Price Trend

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$2K$2K$3K$4K$5KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,600
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Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 91 complaints, the 2008 Dodge Dakota rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
91
Complaints
5
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Dodge Dakota's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 91 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags26
02Steering11
03Service Brakes4
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
05Exterior Lighting3
91 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

15–18mpg combined
·
14-16city
·
18-20hwy
·
$2,450-$2,900/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Dodge Dakota ranges from 15 to 18 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 - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
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 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 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

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

Where to Find 2008 Dodge Dakota

39States

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

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Dodge Dakota Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2008 Dodge Dakota a good car to buy?

The 2008 Dodge Dakota has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Dodge Dakota?

Depending on configuration, the 2008 Dodge Dakota delivers 15–18 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2008 Dodge Dakota?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2008 Dodge Dakota, based on 91 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2008 compare to other Dodge Dakota years?

The 2008 sits at a specific point in the Dodge Dakota lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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