The 1998 Dodge Dakota
Introduction
The 1998 Dakota is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Dodge. It is Dodge's entry into the EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $16,320 USD in 1998.
Dakota Dimensions
In 1998 the Dakota has an overall length of 214.80 inches and a width of 71.50 inches. It sits a total of 65.60 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.40 inches. Front headroom is 39.80 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Dakota a turning radius of 41.10 inches. It uses 215/75R15 tires with a wheelbase of 131.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The Dakota comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3763 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The 2.5L L4 OHV 8V engine is rated at 12 - 20 miles/gallon city and 16 - 25 miles/gallon highway out of a 15.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Dakota retails for $16,320 USD with a invoice price of $14,797 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Cassette Player, Full Size Spare Tire. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Tachometer.
Exterior color choices include Black Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright Jade Satin Glow, Bright Jade Satin Glow/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright White Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Emerald Green Pearl Coat, Emerald Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clear Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearl Coat, Forest Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearl Coat, Intense Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Metallic Red Clear Coat, Metallic Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow with interior choices of Agate Cloth, Camel/Tan Cloth, Mist Gray Cloth. The Dakota seats 6 people with 41.90 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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