Overview & Reviews

Finally realizing that a 120-horsepower engine has no business being in a 3,500-pound (or more) pickup, Dodge drops the 2.5-liter inline four from the Dakota's powertrain roster. An optional five-speed automatic transmission for the 4.7-liter V8 debuts, as does a Stampede package that provides the show but not the go of the R/T model. Speaking of the R/T, that model receives four-wheel disc brakes this year.

• Plentiful V8 power, alert transmission, spot-on suspension both on- and off-road, easily accessible and accommodating cabin.

• As thirsty as a frat brother, a bit big for serious off-roading, can get pricey if too many options are chosen.

User Reviews:

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  Dodge Dakotas are Number One! - 2003 Dodge Dakota
  By Mary Sh - July 24 - 2:00 am

  wouldnt bye anything elce

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  Happy so far - 2003 Dodge Dakota
  By A12BEE - May 27 - 2:00 am

  Just picked up my new quad cab SLT plus. 4.7L,5 speed,buckets,leather wrap wheel and bed liner. Very pleased so far, ride is excellent and engine performance is very good. As with everyone else I have noticed the gas gauge is very responsive in the downward direction. Love the color,Patriot Blue. Did add some Huskey mud flaps this weekend as I could see they are pretty much required if you plan on keeping the paint looking good.

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  Great Truck - 2003 Dodge Dakota
  By uncle buck - May 22 - 2:00 am

  This is a fun truck to drive. It gives you a sense of power driving around town. The styling is distinctive, the patriot blue color is different and the handling off and on highways is superb. It is without a doubt the best truck that Ive ever had, including full size trucks. The reliability gives not doubt that this truck will last me a very long time without any problems.

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  V8 Madness - 2003 Dodge Dakota
  By BNASTEE - April 10 - 2:00 am

  I recently bought the SLT Plus Quad Cab 4.7 V8 4x4. Love almost everything about it except the fuel mileage, a whistling noise on the highway, and dirt seems to be able to enter the front door panels and sits above the rubber molding strip at the bottom of the door (same problem on the Durango and other Dakota models).

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  4X4 SXT 3.9L 4spd auto - 2003 Dodge Dakota
  By brupac - February 20 - 2:00 am

  Would never of thought of buying a Dodge before but this truck really impressed me. Great looks,quality feel inside and out plus plenty of power from the 3.9L not to mention a $3000.00 rebate how can you go wrong.