2006 Dodge Dakota Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Some buy it for its sinister big-rig look. Some for its V8 Magnum power. Some buy it to haul kids. Some to haul wood. Whatever reasons they buy it, people love the Dodge Dakota, a mid-size truck with grander aspirations. After going through a big redesign in 2005 that made it the biggest, roomiest, and most powerful truck in its class, the 2006 Dodge Dakota adds a few new trim packages.
The Dakota is available only in 4-door Club or Quad cab. The Quad cab trades cargo space for rear passenger room, with a 5.3-foot bed compared to the 6.5-foot Club Cab bed. Trim options include the ST, SLT, and Laramie. SLT adds a body-colored front bumper, power windows and locks, keyless entry, and fog lights to the base ST model. The Laramie adds leather seats and Satellite radio. Looking to get off the beaten path or scare some cows? For off-roading fans, the 2006 Dakota offers the TRX and TRX4 packages. The 2WD TRX features off-road tires and monotube shocks, and the 4WD TRX4 adds skid plates and anti-slip differential.
The Night Runner package comes with the SLT and is basically for cruising the city streets at night with its all-black exterior, blacked out grille, and 17-inch chrome wheels that scream for attention. The newly-returned R/T features the 4.7-liter, 260-hp High Output V8 engine, hood scoops, and chrome exhaust tips.
New options for 2006 are curtain side airbags and a sunroof in Quad Cabs. Midyear on the Club Cabs, the rear doors open wider than 90 degrees for easier loading access. Engine options remain at 3.7-liter, 210-V6, the 4.7-liter, 230-hp V8, and the High Output V8.
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Trims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.21
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: black · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: split-folding
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.21
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: black · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.21
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: black · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: black · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.21
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: black · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: black · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: rear-only · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
ABS: rear-only · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.55
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all terrain
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
ABS: rear-only · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.55
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
ABS: rear-only · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
ABS: rear-only · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Locking differential: center · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
