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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: 3.2
Exterior: 4.0
Interior: 3.8
Overall: 3.3
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2005 Dodge Dakota
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2005 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 2005 Dodge Dakota
1. Better gas mileage
2. More standard HP
3. Reliability
4. More aggressive front design
5. More towing power
2005 Dodge Dakota Reviews by Consumers
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By GUEST
Submitted Jun 28, 2009, 01:31pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
It has a nice body contour, very original. Very nice interior.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Improve gas mileage on the V6 3.7L.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
Bought my Dakota in June 2005. No problems up until about 2 months ago (April 2009) when the front end started shaking (violently I guess you could describe it). Any speeds past 45 mphs and when I brake the truck starts shaking. Even if you gradually ease into braking it starts shaking. I assumed it was the brakes because it had the original brakes since I bought it. So I changed the calipers, rotors and pads figuring it would solve the problem. Still nothing has changed and no one has any idea what is causing it. Perhaps Dodge (now owned by Fiat) should spend a little more money for some engineers that know what they are doing. Other than that it was a good buy!
By GUEST
Submitted Jun 19, 2009, 01:00pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Looks
Ride
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Fix the shaking problem.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
I had the same problem as everyone else with my truck starting to shake/vibrate when I reached highway speeds. Did a lot of research on the web to learn that Chrysler can't figure out the problem. I am getting close to fixing it myself, and have narrowed it down to the parking brake on my truck. If I don't engage the parking brake, the shake does not occur. Something must be going on with the parking brake not fully dis-engaging when you pull the release. Since I've stopped using my parking brake, I have not noticed the shaking/vibration at speed. My next step will be to take the rear brakes apart and see if I can lubricate the parking brake enough to make it usable again.
By robert
Submitted May 28, 2009, 09:00am
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
the truck is a nice looking truck.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
i guess the ball joints on the right is bad and tie rod is bad. this truck just turned 50,000 mile on it.
By GUEST
Submitted May 4, 2009, 08:27pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
I would be very happy with this truck if it drove right. It has nice features, which is why I bought it. It's like Dodge tried to make a good truck, but was unable to nail the engineering.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Same as others, engine knocks when cold (4.7L). Violent vibration when braking over 35 MPH. Dealership wants to charge $850.00 to replace rear brakes and drive shafts. I honestly don't think it will help. Also, it feels like there is something loose in the drive train, but the dealership cannot find it.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
If you buy one, you may find yourself wishing you had kept your last vehicle longer, no matter how old it was, or how many miles it had.
By GUEST
Submitted Feb 19, 2009, 05:41pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Nice looking truck
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Trnsmission, Brakes, gas milages, better oil pump
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
Drove good until transmission went out on me after 75 k miles, found out it has same tansmission of a car!. Engine knocks at cold start. Very unhappy with Dodge!!
By GUEST
Submitted Feb 15, 2009, 05:54pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
LOOKS, RIDE, TOWING POWER
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
NOTHING ON THE INSIDE, THE OUTSIDE HOWEVER IS SAD, THE PAINT IS WONDERFUL, NO RUST, BUT THE BREAKS/ROTORS/SHOCKS/FRONT AXLE/TY RODS/ALMOST ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK IS SAD, FOR A 4 YEAR OLD TRUCK I HAVE REPLACED EACH OF THESE ITEMS (BREAKS MORE OFTEN) PLUS THINGS I CAN'T REMEMBER, I DRIVE ALOT OF MILES AND MY WARRENTY IS OVER, I WROTE TO THE MANUFACTURE, I WAS TOLD SO SORRY FOR YOU, YOUR WARRENTY IS UP AND WE WILL NOT REPLACE ANYTHING. I DON'T THINK THE THINGS THAT HAVE BROKEN ARE FROM NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. I AM A WOMEN AND PURCHASED THE TRUCK FOR THE SNOW AND TO HALL MY SON'S MX BIKE TO THE TRACKS, I DO NOT GO OFF ROAD WITH IT, TRUCK WOULD PROBABLY FALL APART COMPLETELY IF I DID THAT. I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER ONE OF THESE TRUCKS, I HAVE PUT OVER $5000 INTO FIXING A 4 YEAR OLD TRUCK, I THINK I SHOULD HAVE WENT WITH THE CHEVY OR FORD.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
DON'T BUY THESE TRUCKS, THEY ARE NOT MADE TOUGH LIKE A TRUCK SHOULD BE, MINE IS A MONEY PIT AND ITS 4 YEARS OLD.
By GUEST
Submitted Apr 23, 2008, 04:50pm
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2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
Problem : Talked to Dodge and they said "yes, the technician took your truck out, and yes he felt the vibration and heard the noise. We contacted the district rep and some other trucks have this problem and there is no fix for it at this time. We have started a case number to prove that we know about it and to get a hold of you if the fix comes up". Is it true that there is no fix at this time?
By GUEST
Submitted Mar 31, 2008, 12:00pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
I like how much room is in the Vehicle, i have the quad cab, and it is very comfortable.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
a little more head room would be nice.
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
The Gas milage is very good.
By GUEST
Submitted Mar 3, 2008, 11:58pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
looks
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
comfort
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
good
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 30, 2007, 11:01am
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Interior room, door swing openings, Dash board lighting
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Dodge Dakota?
Better gas milage, Adjustable center cup holder, auto dow passenger window and auto up both
2005 Dodge Dakota Review:
Gas milage is terrible! Front fenders are like a tin can, front end noises and transmission hold this truck from being worthless.
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