Overview & Reviews

The midsize Dodge Dakota is all new for 2005. Improvements include a hydroformed boxed steel frame, a coil-over front suspension, three excellent engine options, a five-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission, revised styling and improved build quality.

• Strong engine lineup, choice of part-time or full-time four-wheel drive, comfortable and refined interior, nimble handling.

User Reviews:

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  Dodge Dakota Quad Cab - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By Sean - March 8 - 9:28 pm

  Purchased 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab last year 1/2005. I have had both shocks replaced, it has been realigned 5 times, I have had it stall numerous times at a stop lights, problems with the transmission (torque converter, valve body and front pump just replaced 38000 miles) and the EGR valve. It has a horrible ride to it and it is getting worse. I am very dissappointed with this vehicle and will never ever by another Dodge or American made vehicle.

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  2005 Dodge Dakota 4x4 SLT Quad Cab - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By JCH - January 1 - 7:23 pm

  40000 miles. Original Goodyears gone, new Michelin LTAs should last longer. 8 oil changes and regular maintenance never let me down off road/on hwy/anywhere. Expecting 160,000 miles out of it before trading up. Would buy it again and would recommend it. Has good road manners. Gas mileage averages 18-19 miles-per-us- gallon. I do mostly highway driving.

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  Awesome Truck and Great Value - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By CHIEFZUSAF - December 29 - 2:56 pm

  My brother and I looked for new pick up trucks for a few weeks when we came across our 2005 Quad Cab Laramie V-8 Dakotas. The dealer had a few left over 05s and they were fully loaded (except 4WD). We both purchased one each and the trucks are identical even down to the VIN minus the last digit. This truck has been one of the best vehicles I have owned. It is great looking in and out, has a very solid feel when driving with positive steering response , very good accelaration and stopping characteristics. The fuel economy is better than expected and over all we are both very happy with our trucks and would buy one again or highly recommend one to a friend or family.

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  2005 Dakota Q Cab - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By hasel - December 13 - 10:50 am

  Other than a little cabin noise have found this vehicle sound and comfortable. Gas mileage I feel is OK.

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  My 05 Dakota - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By mike Lovrinoff - December 6 - 9:19 am

  I purchased my Dakota almost 2 yrs ago I drive a lot of highway miles. I find the Dakota stable at high speeds, comfortable, and the fuel economy at sustained speeds of 75mph not bad at 21mpg. I have the 6 cyl engine. Its not the peppiest engine but does an adequate job. (the Dakota does tip the scales at over 4,000lbs) The body is tight, the ride is smooth, and the bucket seats are comfortable for a big guy like me. My only complaint so far is that the the dashboard and radio lighting is inadequate in bright daylight. I cant read the letters and numbers on the radio! Overall the truck really is reliable, comfortable, and well put together

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  Move over Toyota, Dodge Dakota is back.. - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By david autry - November 19 - 6:36 pm

  Traded in a 96 Dakota with 189,000 miles. Dodge has been good to me, no trouble with ownership. 2005 Dakota is comfortably roomy and has power to move. Mileage on highway is 22.5. Love the design on the inside. It is bigger than the Tacoma. Love the satellite radio. 5 star crash test rating.

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  Great truck for my wife. - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By Brett - November 8 - 10:17 pm

  We do a lot of long distance trips and this has been one of the best, if not the best, vehicles we have purchased. We feel safe and comfortable but not overpowering as some of the large trucks appear. Visibility is great, handling is above average, and we have the power to do anything we would ever need a truck for, like pulling a trailer or boat. I like to do my own minor service and to see how well this truck is constructed underneath is impressive. A very well built truck that is very easy for me to work on. The interior room is the best of all competitors. What a truck! Thank you Dodge.

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  Used, but... - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By bobbo1953 - November 2 - 1:49 pm

  I was looking for a new model Ford and saw this on the lot. It had only 10,000 miles on the odometer. I bought it after taking a half hour drive. The fit and finish were great and the power was more than adequate. I priced a new Dakota and was shocked at the amount they wanted for the same vehicle for 2007. I got a great bargain. Its red with chrome wheels and its a head turner, even here in North Carolina where the state motto should be "Yeah its a big truck". Thanks to the previous owner for trading in a real gem!

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  I want out! - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By Bman - October 17 - 3:26 pm

  All in all, its decent. I should have never leased. Having a quad cab pickup has come in handy a few times. I think the transmission shifts funny, but another guy at work says his does the same thing. Basically it gets poor fuel mileage and its as heavy as a tank. Paint on the bed rails is bad. There are lines in the paint underneath the clearcoat. Door moulding is falling off. Took in for first oil change, service guy said I had a rear axle seal leak. this was at 2800 miles. They never called me back to tell me the part was in. Cheap and boring interior. But " I had to have it!" Terrible acceleration unless your foot is to the floor.

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  Think Twice at Least - 2005 Dodge Dakota
  By shooterschmidty - August 6 - 11:02 pm

  I was atracted to the Dakota due to the low price but now wish I had spent a little more up front and bought a Frontier or Tacoma. It rides well around town and on the highway, but offroad it is very disapointing. The ground clearance stinks, and the approach angle is even worse. It needs at least another 2-3 of suspension to be worthwhile offroad. Oh, and front tow hooks and skid shields arent even standard on the 4X4.