Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SLT2008

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$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 SLT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SLT

Location data for all 2008 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 2008 Dodge Dakota trims

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
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Dodge Dakota trims

15–18mpg combined
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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)

Is the SLT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2008 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 2008 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 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 2008 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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