| Dodge has unleashed its new Dakota truck with new | | | | Swingâ„¢ rear access doors are available for |
| Dodge truck parts and features: up to 7,050 pounds | | | | the Extended Cabs - this is the unique feature in the |
| towing power, built-in cargo-box utility rails, new designs, | | | | class. A maximum of 30 cubic feet storage room is |
| a 60 horsepower upgrade for the 4.7 liter engine, and | | | | attained when rear seats are not used or folded. |
| heated bench seats. | | | | The Crew Cab measures 37.1 cubic feet of seating |
| The 2008 Dakota truck has the largest and longest | | | | for up to six occupants. This cab has a first for |
| standard bed in the class and is the largest mid-size | | | | Dakota; this is the new under-seat storage system |
| truck cab. | | | | that is accessed when rear seats are folded. |
| The truck's new 4.7-liter engine is the only V8 in this | | | | More storage choices are found in the interior. An |
| class. It is excellent in all aspects because of the dual | | | | added storage bin is located above the glove box to |
| spark plugs per cylinder, increased compression, better | | | | provide easy access for items that are utilized |
| cylinder-head port flow, and a new combustion | | | | everyday. The all-new center console has cup holders |
| system. It gives 290 horsepower; that is a 25 percent | | | | with modular inserts and a pull-out bin that is |
| increase over the standard engine and an increase of | | | | engineered to hold electronics such as an MP3 player, |
| 12 percent over the previous 4.7-liter High Output. It can | | | | cell phone or Personal Digital Assistant. To access this, |
| still operate on E85 ethanol fuel. An Electronic Throttle | | | | Dodge provided an additional power outlet. |
| Control also gears the new 4.7-liter V-8. | | | | Comfort while seated is assured by the YES |
| The 3.7 liter V6 with 210 horsepower and 235 lb.-ft. of | | | | Essentialsâ„¢ Worry Free Fabric. This is stain |
| torque, as well as the Electronic Throttle Control are | | | | and odor-resistant and an anti-static. And for the first |
| still available for the standard engine. | | | | time, the Dodge Dakota for 2008 comes with heated |
| Except for Laramie, all Dodge Dakota trucks for 2008 | | | | bench seats. To feel further comfort, a folding center |
| with V-6 get a six-speed manual. The engine can be | | | | armrest is also available. |
| coupled with a four-speed automatic, while the V8 can | | | | A 40/40 rear-folding seats are available for the |
| have a five-speed automatic. | | | | Extended Cab while Crew Cab models come with a |
| Owners of a Dakota trucks can choose from a wide | | | | standard 60/40 split-folding rear seat. |
| variety of transfer cases. | | | | AM-FM stereo radios with MP3 capability, SIRIUS |
| The exterior styling cues include a newly designed | | | | Satellite Radio that transcends more than 125 channels, |
| hood, grille, front fascia, rear spoiler, fenders and | | | | a 508-watt Sound Box system (for Extended Cabs) |
| headlamps. Improved aerodynamics, better fit and gap | | | | and a DVD navigation system with turn-by-turn |
| management are given by the front end. The design | | | | directions are some of the electronic choices for the |
| of the hood surface was intended to imply power and | | | | vehicle. Standard on all 2008 Dodge Dakotas are the |
| to intense further the drop fender. This design is | | | | power accessory delay that does power functions, to |
| standard to all Dodge trucks. | | | | operate after the vehicle is turned off. |
| The headlamps are similar to those of the Dodge Nitro. | | | | With 6-foot-6-inches in the Extended Cab, the 2008 |
| They are rectangular in shape for a conventional look | | | | model is the largest and longest standard cargo bed in |
| and for maximizing the surface area for better lighting | | | | its class. To adjustably tie down the cargo box, built-in |
| ahead. For serious driving, reflectors are deep set | | | | utility rails are made. The dual-position tailgate is safe in |
| behind each lens. | | | | a mid-position. This provides support for super wide or |
| The truck also has new fog lamps. A new spoiler in | | | | long cargo that is laid on top of wheel wells and |
| the tailgate supports smooth flow of air over the rear. | | | | extending over the bed end. |
| This helps achieve improved fuel economy. The top | | | | In the mid size pick up market, the Dodge Dakota still |
| surface cargo box also has a refined protective area. | | | | reigns as the vehicle with the highest towing ratings |
| In 2008 models, Dodge Dakota trucks will once again | | | | which is up to 7,050 pounds. |
| be available in two body styles and six trim levels: | | | | As to the safety, this truck is not left behind. So that |
| Extended and Crew Cabs; and ST, SXT, SLT, TRX4, | | | | energy is absorbed and to hinder force from the cabin, |
| Sport and Laramie. | | | | the octagonal front frame rail tips up front collapse |
| The interior has a new instrument panel, center | | | | towards the rear. Standard on rear wheels and an |
| console and accent finishes, and an array of new | | | | option on all four wheels is the anti-lock brake system |
| interior storage choices. | | | | (ABS). Meanwhile, an advance multi-stage driver and |
| Opening through an estimated 170 degrees to an | | | | front passenger air bags come standard, and |
| interior with a seating room for five, the Full | | | | supplemental side-curtain air bags come optional. |