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2006 Dodge Dakota

2006 Dodge Dakota
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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Pickup
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 2
MPG: 15-16/19-22 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.7L V6 210HP



Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.1
Exterior: 4.6
Interior: 4.3
Overall: 4.1

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2006 Dodge Dakota Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2006 Dodge Dakota

  1. Exterior design
  2. Ride
  3. Plenty of standard options
  4. High seating for 2WD
  5. Clever storage rooms

Top 5 Cons of 2006 Dodge Dakota

  1. Better gas mileage
  2. More standard HP
  3. Reliability
  4. More aggressive front design
  5. More towing power

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Submitted 2009-10-25 19:57:02


 David S.

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

4

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
This is my second Dodge Dakota, both have had a V8, 4x4 and quad cabs. I like the comfort, style and both towed great. However, this will be my last one.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
I have intermittent power steering, dealer replace steering box, but was not the problem. Now I rarely have P/S and worst when it gets cold. I am very disappointed in dealer, I have had three other people drive the truck and everyone of them stated that there is a problem. I should not have this problem with a 2006 with 41,000.00 miles. ALSO, DO NOT BUY EXTENDED WARRANTY NAMED EASY CARE.

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
Although overall I like my truck, it is very frustrating to me concerning the P/S. To me it is probably dangerous to drive considering the steering does not return when turning corners, one moment you can drive at ease with one hand but not knowing when your going to need two.

Submitted 2009-07-31 22:52:22


  GUEST

Performance:

3

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Decent power.
Good interior space for 4 adults.
Nice styling.
6 disc CD is a plus.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Rides rough.
Tougher rotors, had problems with the tie rod.

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
I like my Dakota, exterior styling is very nice. Would recommend.

Submitted 2009-07-19 19:06:04


 mark

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
I like the look, 4wd, not too big but not too small.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Better gas mileage, better performance parts.
Also figure what is problem with the transmission problem (shifts hard).
Also why the ball joints on mine went out on the truck with 18,211 miles on it. I never beat the truck, drive it to work and that is it.

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
I like the truck, but there are some problems with them.

Submitted 2008-12-04 01:03:05


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Acceleration, rides smooth as glass, very comfortable seats, great driver's view;
super towing power on V8;
very comfortable for 4 adults in crew cab (or 5 for short trips);
good bed capacity;
very quiet;
excellent acceleration even when towing!

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
The cup holders are only good for cans;
the console latch gets stuck often (hard to open).

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
I've owned F150 (5.4L) and Tundra(V6), the Dakota has better towing and people space than the Tundra, and great gas mileage compared to the F150. I recommend the V8 version with the towing package highly. I tow a 5000lb 'light' trailer and if I didn't see it in the rear view mirror, I'd never know I was towing, it's that smooth. My only regret is that I didn't pay the extra to get the 4WD!

Submitted 2008-06-10 19:19:28


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
very roomy not too big or too small of a pickup

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
more storage space under and behind rear seat in the quadcab model

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
very happy at this time with my 2006 dodge quadcab

Submitted 2008-06-06 17:29:08


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
the power engine

Submitted 2008-06-01 14:38:18


  GUEST

Performance:

3

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
The looks is eye ketching it has plenty of pulling power

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
The aircondition leaks on the passangers side, it shifts hard at 20mph and at 40mph.

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
The overall truck is somewath nice if they can get the problems fix. dodge should not let dealers sell their vehicles if they are unable to fix them, this is my second dodge truck. my 1992 dodge is still running with 275 thousand miles. ineed some help with this.

Submitted 2008-05-24 18:24:50


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Interior is modern Exteriors sharp edges and the ride is smooth and quiet.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Better intake system,exhaust and wheels which I have already changed

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
When I drive my Dodge Dakota it turns me on I'm 70 going on 17

Submitted 2008-05-03 19:24:29


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
i like everything about my dodge dakota crew cab 4x4

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
maybe a hemi would be nice

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
a dodge pickup is the best truck on the road

Submitted 2008-01-27 14:07:30


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
i like my dakota r/t 2006 but what is called a hi output engine leaves alot to be desired. the truck is a nice riding truck, interior is comfortable for its size, towing is what they say. exterior is eye catching in r/t trim, overall i like the truck it just needs a little more power

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
raise the horse power and torque

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
i would buy another dakota

Submitted 2007-12-10 09:51:43


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
looks, exteriors

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
better gas mileage

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
overall very good

Submitted 2007-12-03 14:10:30


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
does anyone have or had any tranny problems? i.e shifting too soon?

Submitted 2007-12-03 14:07:13


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
style & exterior room

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
better mlieage

Submitted 2007-10-15 20:39:34


 rpellerin87

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Handling, comfort and performance

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
better fuel economy...

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
Would recommend!!!

Submitted 2007-09-04 18:37:52


 kcdctx

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Acceleration, rides smooth as glass, very comfortable seats, great driver's view; super towing power on V8; very comfortable for 4 adults in crew cab (or 5 for short trips);good bed capacity; very quiet; excellent acceleration even when towing!

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
The cup holders are only good for cans; the console latch gets stuck often (hard to open).

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
I've owned F150 (5.4L) and Tundra(V6), the Dakota has better towing and people space than the Tundra, and great gas mileage compared to the F150. I recommend the V8 version with the towing package highly. I tow a 5000lb 'light' trailer and if I didn't see it in the rear view mirror, I'd never know I was towing, it's that smooth. My only regret is that I didn't pay the extra to get the 4WD!

Submitted 2007-07-31 11:35:25


 clevelandsbestservices

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
The freeway driving is great. I love the fact that its a gas hog.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Better gas mileage, and rotors that last more than 12,000 miles.

2006 Dodge Dakota Review:
Nice driving vehicle, great in the snow but averages 12 mpg in city and 19 on the freeway with a K&N Air filter

Submitted 2007-05-18 15:47:58


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

3

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Response, handling, appearance

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
Allow more travel upward in the tilt wheel, provide optional console for SLT, one in armr rest will not close if a cell phone with heavy duty battery and belt clip are installed.

Submitted 2007-04-10 17:19:18


  GUEST

Performance:

2

Exterior:

5

Interior:

2

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
sorry did not see the scale

Submitted 2007-04-10 17:13:15


 Jrssands1

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
the shocks are to weak. It's like driving a boat, I took it to my dealer they said thats the way they ride. we should all get together and complain to dodge. there should be something we can do. plus around town gas milege sucks.

Submitted 2007-04-06 18:27:52


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Dodge Dakota?
v-8 performance quadcab room headroom

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Dodge Dakota?
better shifting fuel economysucks for baby 8

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