Our Review 2000 Dodge Dakota
The Dodge Dakota for 2000
Made in UNITED STATES for Dodge, the Dakota for 2000 is a contender in the 6-seat EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR market. It originally retailed for $20,185 USD with a invoice price of $18,243 USD.
Dakota Dimensions
In 2000 the Dakota has an overall length of 214.80 inches and a width of 71.50 inches. It sits a total of 68.60 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.10 inches. Front headroom is 40.00 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Dakota a turning radius of 41.00 inches. It uses 215/75R15 tires with a wheelbase of 131.10 inches.
Drivetrain
The Dakota comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4064 lbs. The 2-Wheel ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The 4.7L V8 SOHC 16V engine gets 14 - 15 miles/gallon city and 18 - 19 miles/gallon highway off a 22.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Dakota are also available.
Pricing
The Dakota retails for $20,185 USD with a invoice price of $18,243 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 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Tachometer. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Limited Slip Differential, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control.
Exterior color choices include Amber Fire Pearl Coat, Amber Fire Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Amber Fire Pearlcoat, Amber Fire Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Black Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Black Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright White Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Bright White Clearcoat, Bright White Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Dark Garnet Red Pearl Coat, Dark Garnet Red Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat, Dark Garnet Red Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clear Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Flame Red Clearcoat, Flame Red Clearcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearl Coat, Forest Green Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Forest Green Pearlcoat, Forest Green Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearl Coat, Intense Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Intense Blue Pearlcoat, Intense Blue Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Medium Bronze Pearl Coat, Medium Bronze Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Medium Bronze Pearlcoat, Medium Bronze Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Sierra Bronze Pearl Coat, Sierra Bronze Pearl Coat/Light Driftwood Satin Glow, Solar Yellow Clear Coat, Solar Yellow Clearcoat with interior choices of Agate Cloth, Mist Gray Cloth. The Dakota seats 6 people with 41.90 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 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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