Trim Report

Dodge Dakota Sport2008

Includes:DAKOTA|Sport
$1,250
Starting From
22
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 22 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,250
Max $12,900
From $1,250
Fresh

Sport 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 Sport Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota Sport

Location data for all 2008 Dodge Dakota trims combined

39States

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

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
·
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)

2008 Dodge Dakota Sport FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Sport compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

Every Dodge Dakota trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Dodge Dakota Sport?

Maintenance costs for the Sport 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 Sport?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Dakota Sport 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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