1998 Dodge Dakota Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1998 Dodge Dakota express a strong affection for this truck, highlighting its power and durability. Many appreciate the enjoyable driving experience and the truck's capability, especially in off-road conditions. However, some drivers noted issues with maintenance and fuel economy, indicating that these are areas for consideration. Common praises include its robust engine, fun performance, and solid design, while complaints often centered on parts durability and gas consumption."
Good acceleration/ poor brake Fuel consumption & efficient 22 mille per gallon city/ 26 hwy milles Great body Good towing force nice exhaust sound borla Good ligths and curves HID Top speed 118 MPH Very fun drive with a lot of power under the hood
October 26, 2011Good power, quick acceleration, overall good truck
June 11, 2008Parents got this truck new in 98. Drove through highschool as main transport, still keep around as auxilary vehicle for 4x4, ATVs in the back, tow my jetboat, tow the horse trailer. Have the 5.2 liter v8. thats the older 318 ci block that has been around with MOPAR since the 70s. theres somthing to be said for tried and true engines and this is one of them.
January 6, 2008What owners say
Good acceleration/ poor brake Fuel consumption & efficient 22 mille per gallon city/ 26 hwy milles Great body Good towing force nice exhaust sound borla Good ligths and curves HID Top speed 118 MPH Very fun drive with a lot of power under the hood
October 26, 2011Good power, quick acceleration, overall good truck
June 11, 2008Parents got this truck new in 98. Drove through highschool as main transport, still keep around as auxilary vehicle for 4x4, ATVs in the back, tow my jetboat, tow the horse trailer. Have the 5.2 liter v8. thats the older 318 ci block that has been around with MOPAR since the 70s. theres somthing to be said for tried and true engines and this is one of them.
January 6, 2008I bought my 98 Dakota Slt brand new in 1998. No major problems with the truck. The only bulbs I replaced are the driving lights. 125K now and not burning oil. This truck does not like performance parts. Keep it OEM and it will last
April 20, 2007this truck is very nice and i have never had a problem with the 4wd. i dont get along so great with the little baby 3.9 this thing has in it but it works. i felt the urge to hop up this little motor by throwing a new gibson exhaust system,airaid cold air intake, and throttle body spacers. she runs pretty clean now and has that little more edge of power.
May 11, 2010This is a great truck. Handles excellent in the snow. Impossible to get stuck. It gets great gas mileage. Hasnt needed any work. Its awesome to drive, feels very stable around corners. doesnt lean much at all. Highly Recommended to anybody wanting a truck.
December 28, 2008Dodge trucks have been in my family since the beginning. When it came time to buy my first truck I wasted no time in my decision. The 5.7L 318 is one of the most durable engines and as long as the fluids are kept up they will last for a really long time.
February 9, 2015great mid size truck the drives great pulls anything, will give a sports car a run for the money, no major work done to it in 4 years ive owned, biggest problem bad water pump gasket. overall great mid size truck.
February 1, 2010It's hard to argue with the torque this thing has, it'll keep pulling as long as your foot's in it. Rides a bit rough on account of the previous owner cranking the torsion bars to fit 33" tires, but with the look and added clearance, I got over it pretty quick.
May 7, 2008Nothing to say, it makes what it has to. V8 5.2 L - 310 HP + KNN Manual transmission 4X4 yeah very strong you really see the difference when you have it on Tow Hitch Very good acceleration, Very solid Would like a louder exhaust though
March 11, 2011
