5 Star Reviews for 2002 Dodge Dakota

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.19/5 Average
110 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

A new value-priced 2002 Dodge Dakota SXT debuts and includes 16-inch alloys, automatic tranny, air conditioning, bucket seats and CD player. An appearance group consisting of graphite-colored bumpers, grille and fender flares is also fitted to the SXT.

Pros:
  • Available V8 power, commodious cabin, commendable performance on road and off.
Cons:
  • Poor fuel consumption with V8, upper trim levels can get pricey if loaded up with options.

User Reviews:

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  • go dodge go - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    THE V-8 OPTION IS EXCELLENT. THE FUEL CONSUMPTION IS POOR. TEST DROVE THE 6 CYL IT IS VERY WEAK. CHECK YOUR DEALERSHIP OUT. THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED OUR DODGES WOULD RANK A 2 AS FAR AS HONESTY AND SERVICE.

  • Love my Quad - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    I had a 2000 Dakota club cab, but I needed more room in the back because my two little girls are not so little any more. I was going to by a SUV (Liberty), but once I drove the 2002 Quad cab I was sold, plus I got an excellent deal.

  • Dakota Review - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    Great all around truck with mean styling and ground clearence.

  • Truck with Comfort - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    I have the 4.7L V8. This engine is very refined and smooth. I cant get enough of driving this truck. Its comfortable, quiet, rugged, and quick. It handles great and looks good while doing it. The infinity sound is pretty good. Very clear. This truck is roomy and fun to drive.

  • I love my Dakota SXT - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    I bought my 2002 Dodge Dakota SXT single cab 2WD back in November of 2001. It has the 3.9l V-6 mated to a 5- speed manual and a 3.55 rear axle ratio. I love this truck and highly recommend it. Ive taken it on a few long trips and it is fairly comfortable. Being that I am only 18, I admit to driving this truck extremely hard. So far, it is not giving me any problems at all. Every now and then it makes some weird noises but they dont seam serious and everything has checked out alright. I love this truck! It is very fast for its weight and considering that it is only a V-6. No Ranger, S-10, or any other truck in its class can even come close to comparing.

  • Very nice medium pickup - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    Purchased this vehicle for several reasons:style,comfortable (62")both front and rear seats,capable of being towed wheels down(behind a motorhome) and dealerships service manager (fantastic reputation for service)I have been very satisfied with the truck,although fuel mileage could be improved,and would purchase another should anything happen to this one.

  • My Buying Experiance - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    I had fun picking the salesman brain and finance rep also had a few pickings from me as well. However it was the car I wanted and I got it at a really great cost. To me this car is very functional for the family and for the lugging of heavy material and equipment. I am sure I will have some good years with my new Dakota.

  • Great truck - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    I just smashed my dakota, I hit a person in the wrong at 45 mph. I walked away. I had a regular cab 4.7 v8 5spd with 3.92 and anti-spin. Cheap insurance and a truck that ran 14.8 in a quater mile stock! I will get another one since this one was totaled. No problems ever.;

  • My 1st compact truck in a decade! - 2002 Dodge Dakota
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    My Dakota has the 4.7 engine and this "fuels" my only complaint. POOR gas mileage. Its even worse than my 2500HD Chevy truck with a 6 liter engine. We currently own a Mercedes 320, BMW M3, Porsche C4S and the Chevy mentioned above. My Dakota is as good as anything Ive got and lots of fun to drive. I will update this information as I accumulate miles and work on the gas mileage with less restrictive intake and exaust. For now I would definitely recommend this truck! PS: I had to rate "reliability" to be able to submit this review, but havent had it long enough to make true comments about this.

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