2000 Dodge Dakota Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2000 Dodge Dakota lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Dakota Regular Cab Short Bed | 2 of 5 Dakota Regular Cab R/T Short Bed | 3 of 5  Dakota Club Cab Pickup | 4 of 5  Dakota Quad Cab Pickup | 5 of 5 Dakota Club Cab R/T Pickup | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,387 | $4,370 | $4,470 | $4,805 | $5,120 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 11/Hwy 16/Comb 13 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 13/Hwy 17/Comb 15 MPG | City 11/Hwy 16/Comb 13 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 175 @ 4800 RPM | 250 @ 4400 RPM | 175 @ 4800 RPM | 235 @ 4800 RPM | 250 @ 4400 RPM | ||
| Torque | 225 lb-ft | 345 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 345 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 6,700 lbs | 6,700 lbs | 6,500 lbs | 6,350 lbs | 6,500 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,275 pounds | 1,275 pounds | 1,275 pounds | 1,450 pounds | 1,275 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V6, 3.9 Liter | V8, 5.9 Liter | V6, 3.9 Liter | V8, 4.7 Liter | V8, 5.9 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,378 pounds | 3,378 pounds | 3,611 pounds | 4,124 pounds | 3,611 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Torque | 225 @ 4800 RPM | 345 @ 4400 RPM | 225 @ 4800 RPM | 295 @ 4800 RPM | 345 @ 4400 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 6.5 feet | 6.5 feet | 6.5 feet | 5 feet | 6.5 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3378 pounds | 3378 pounds | 3611 pounds | 4124 pounds | 3611 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 56.3 cubic feet | 56.3 cubic feet | 82.9 cubic feet | Not Available | 82.9 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 22 gallons | 22 gallons | 22 gallons | 24 gallons | 22 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40 inches | 40 inches | 40 inches | 39.8 inches | 40 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.1 inches | 8.4 inches | 7.1 inches | 8.4 inches | 8.4 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 196 inches | 196 inches | 215 inches | 215.1 inches | 215 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1275 pounds | 1275 pounds | 1275 pounds | 1450 pounds | 1275 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.1 inches | 58.1 inches | 58.1 inches | 58.1 inches | 58.1 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 47 feet | Not Available | Not Available | 38 feet | Not Available | ||
| Turning Diameter | 36 feet | 36 feet | 41.2 feet | 41.2 feet | 41.2 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 112 inches | 112 inches | 131 inches | 131 inches | 131 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 71.6 inches | 71.6 inches | 71.6 inches | 71.6 inches | 71.6 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2000 Dodge Dakota have a turbo?
No, the 2000 Dakota does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2000 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2000 Dodge Dakota specs page.
Is the Dodge Dakota underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2000 Dakota ranges in power from the Short Bed with 175 horsepower to the R/T Pickup with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2000 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2000 Dodge Dakota specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2000 Dakota have?
The 2000 Dakota ranges in power from the Short Bed with 175 horsepower to the R/T Pickup with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2000 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2000 Dodge Dakota specs page.