Overview & Reviews

For the 2004 Dodge Dakota, a new 210-horsepower, 3.7-liter Magnum V6 replaces the previous 3.9-liter engine, while the R/T model (along with its ancient 5.9-liter V8) is dropped and a Stampede Appearance package debuts.

• Most powerful engine in its class, quick-shifting transmission, spot-on suspension both on- and off-road, easily accessible and accommodating cabin.

• Below-average fuel mileage, low-tech interior design, can get pricey if too many options are chosen.

User Reviews:

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  Great Truck - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By Great Truck - June 11 - 2:05 pm

  This truck performed beyond expectations and is comfortable to drive. Great truck except for the poor fuel efficiency

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  Great Mid/Full Size Truck - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By Christopher - May 15 - 10:33 am

  This is my first pickup and I couldnt be happier! The power, reliablity, comfort, style, rugged build is everything I wanted out of a truck. I test drove and researched a year before this purchase and I chose correctly! I like this truck far more than the new design! If youre a bigger person the Dakota is the way to go. Not quite full size but definitely bigger than the competition. I love it!

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  So Far, So Good - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By TEEJAY - February 19 - 1:58 am

  Well I now have 31k on this truck and no real problems as of yet. I am patiently waiting to see if the rumors are true about Dodge putting a 4.2lt cummings diesel in the Dakota in 08? If they do then I will trade my 04 in a flash. The 4.2l diesel gets close to 30mpg and has over 400ftlb of torque. I could pull my bass boat with eash and still get good gas mileage and the longevity of a cummings diesel. Great!

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  I will probably always own a Dakota! - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By chriscat870 - January 19 - 8:01 am

  First Dodge and 3rd pickup Ive owned. The other 2 were full size. They were a waste of money! The V6 only has 25 fewer horses than the V8 and gets about 18-19 mpg. Put a K&N filter and some exhaust and youll get your horses back with even better mpg! Next to an Audi A6 Quattro, this is the funnest vehicle I have ever driven! It holds the road like a sports car, but carries cargo without strain. It does not do well in wet conditions, but that can be fixed with better tires. The fact that this model was viturally unchanged for 10 years should be a testament to the appeal of its looks.

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  Versitile truck - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By Wilgey - November 29 - 8:39 am

  This truck is all around value. Its great for weekend projects or that all important camping trip. Plenty of cargo room and with optional roof racks hauling longer items is a simple task.

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  My dream truck - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By BCDodger - July 21 - 2:00 am

  Ive onlt had it for a month, but I love everything about it! There is plenty of room, for my family of six. The ride is great! The looks are AAA! Overall the truck was very much worth the price!

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  2004 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4WD SLT - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By William Ryan - July 12 - 2:03 pm

  If I could get 10 more MPG out of this truck I would be happy. I love everything about it. If you live in a cold climate and you buy a Dakota Quad I would suggest getting the rear window defogger instead of the sliding rear window - you probably wont use the slider that much anyway.

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  Does its job - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By Dakota Believer - June 5 - 1:52 pm

  Wanted a Toyota Tacoma crew cab, but settled for the Dakota, and glad I did. The Tacoma does not have the room the Dakota has nor does it have the power. Happy with the Dakota, bought it used and wish I would have looked for one with more features.

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  So Far, So Good - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By terry jenkins - June 1 - 1:46 am

  Well I just returned from a long trip and I averaged 26mpg from the 3.7LT! Not bad considering that others are paying close to 40k$ for hybrid SUVs that don’t get that!

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  Very happy - 2004 Dodge Dakota
  By Pjamas - May 30 - 2:37 pm

  This is our second Dakota, and very happy. 1st was a 2002 and am even happier with the 2004. Has needed no work other than normal maintenance and has always given me all the power I could need or want. There is tons of room in quad cab. We have two car seats in there with no problems and the back (with a cap) is great for towing strollers and such. Have fit three car seats, but wouldnt for everyday use. Truck still has lots of power for when we need to use it as a truck though. Have towed many things includling 15ft boats and even small exacvators with no problem. Nice to have a mid size for when you need the power sometimes but not everyday to justify a full-size.