2002 Dodge Dakota Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2002 Dodge Dakota lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Dakota Regular Cab Short Bed | 2 of 5  Dakota Club Cab Pickup | 3 of 5 Dakota Regular Cab R/T Short Bed | 4 of 5  Dakota Quad Cab Pickup | 5 of 5  Dakota Club Cab R/T | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,825 | $4,754 | $4,761 | $5,517 | $6,043 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 16/Hwy 18/Comb 17 MPG | City 16/Hwy 18/Comb 17 MPG | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 175 @ 4800 RPM | 175 @ 4800 RPM | 250 @ 4400 RPM | 235 @ 4800 RPM | 250 @ 4000 RPM | ||
| Torque | 225 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | 345 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 345 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 6,650 lbs | 6,450 lbs | 2,250 lbs | 6,200 lbs | 4,500 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,270 pounds | 1,250 pounds | 1,275 pounds | 1,530 pounds | 1,275 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V6, 3.9 Liter | V6, 3.9 Liter | V8, 5.9 Liter | V8, 4.7 Liter | V8, 5.9 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,886 pounds | 3,838 pounds | N/A | 4,207 pounds | N/A |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Torque | 225 @ 4800 RPM | 225 @ 4800 RPM | 345 @ 4400 RPM | 295 @ 4800 RPM | 345 @ 4000 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 | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Standard | 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 | 3886 pounds | 3838 pounds | Not Available | 4207 pounds | Not Available | ||
| EPA Total Interior | Not Available | Not Available | 55.5 cubic feet | Not Available | 92.9 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 22 gallons | 22 gallons | 22 gallons | 24 gallons | 22 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40 inches | 40 inches | 40 inches | 39.5 inches | 40 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | 41.9 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 8.4 inches | 8.4 inches | 7 inches | 7.8 inches | 7 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 196 inches | 215.1 inches | 195.8 inches | 215.1 inches | 214.8 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1270 pounds | 1250 pounds | 1275 pounds | 1530 pounds | 1275 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.2 inches | 57.2 inches | 57.2 inches | 57.2 inches | 58.1 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | Not Available | Not Available | 56 feet | Not Available | 47 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 36 feet | 41.2 feet | 36 feet | 41.2 feet | 41.2 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 112.1 inches | 131.1 inches | 111.9 inches | 131 inches | 131 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 71.6 inches | 71.6 inches | 71.5 inches | 71.6 inches | 71.5 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2002 Dodge Dakota have a turbo?
No, the 2002 Dakota does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2002 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2002 Dodge Dakota specs page.
Is the Dodge Dakota underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2002 Dakota ranges in power from the Short Bed with 175 horsepower to the R/T with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2002 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2002 Dodge Dakota specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2002 Dakota have?
The 2002 Dakota ranges in power from the Short Bed with 175 horsepower to the R/T with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2002 Dakota specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2002 Dodge Dakota specs page.