2003 Dodge Dakota

2003 Dodge Dakota Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$16,845 - $26,450

Original MSRP:
$15,497 - $24,076

2003 Dodge Dakota Review
"Dodge's ""compact"" pickup truck loses its 4-cyl engine for 2003, but gains a new transmission, available 4-wheel disc brakes, and larger standard tires. Dakota is bigger than other compact pickups but not quite a full-size. It offers a 3-passenger regular cab, a 6-passenger 2-dr extended Club Cab, and a 6-passenger 4-dr crew cab Quad Cab. Regular and Club Cab have a 6.5-ft cargo bed, the Quad Cab a 5.3-ft box. Available engines are a 3.9-liter V6, 4.7 V8, and 5.9 V8. The 3.9 comes with manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic. The 4.7 is available with manual or--new for '03--a 5-speed automatic. The 5.9 comes only with a 4-speed automatic. Dakota is available with rear-wheel drive, 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement, or 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement; 4x4s include low-range gearing. Dakotas come with rear-wheel ABS; 4-wheel ABS is optional. Four-wheel disc brakes are newly standard on all models except the 2WD regular cab, on which they replace a disc/drum setup as part of selected options packages. Also for '03, 16-inch wheels are standard in place of 15s on all models except the R/T, which uses 17s. Rear seats gain LATCH system child-seat anchors, and added midyear was a Stampede package that includes the Tire and Handling Group plus body-color bumpers and lower-body trim."
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 03V389
Number of Units Affected 50,082
Summary On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the headlamp and dash wiring harness may be chafed by the actuation of the clutch pedal. This could result in abnormal operation of the wipers, turn signals, horn, or lighting systems. This could affect driver visibility, could prevent a driver from sounding a warning by using the horn, and, when the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy Dealers will reroute the wire harness and repair the harness if necessary. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began on November 3, 2003. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Dates of Manufacture July 2000 - July 2003
Manufacturer Recall Number C35

2003 Dodge Dakota Models & Prices

2003 Dodge Dakota Base
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB Base $16,845 $15,497 $253 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB Base $19,515 $17,903 $292 / Month*
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD Base $19,955 $18,295 $298 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD Base $22,790 $20,848 $340 / Month*

2003 Dodge Dakota Sport
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB Sport $17,690 $16,249 $265 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB Sport $19,530 $17,917 $292 / Month*
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD Sport $20,980 $19,207 $313 / Month*
4dr Quad Cab 131" WB Sport $21,715 $19,891 $324 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD Sport $22,815 $20,870 $340 / Month*
4dr Quad Cab 131" WB 4WD Sport $24,480 $22,372 $365 / Month*

2003 Dodge Dakota SLT
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB SLT $17,690 $16,249 $265 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB SLT $19,530 $17,917 $292 / Month*
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB 4WD SLT $20,980 $19,207 $313 / Month*
4dr Quad Cab 131" WB SLT $21,715 $19,891 $324 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB 4WD SLT $22,815 $20,870 $340 / Month*
4dr Quad Cab 131" WB 4WD SLT $24,480 $22,372 $365 / Month*

2003 Dodge Dakota R/T
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Reg Cab 112" WB R/T $24,150 $21,999 $359 / Month*
2dr Club Cab 131" WB R/T $26,450 $24,076 $393 / Month*

2003 Dodge Dakota Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
Base Sport SLT R/T
City 12/hwy 17 (5.9L engine/4-speed auto trans)    
City 13/hwy 18 (5.9L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
City 14/hwy 17 (3.9L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
City 14/hwy 18 (4.7L engine/4-speed auto trans)    
City 14/hwy 19 (4.7L engine/5-speed manual trans)    
City 15/hwy 19 (3.9L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
City 15/hwy 20 (4.7L engine/4-speed auto trans)    
City 15/hwy 20 (4.7L engine/5-speed manual trans)    
City 15/hwy 21 (3.9L engine/5-speed manual trans)  
City 18/hwy 19 (3.9L engine/4-speed auto trans)  
EXTERIOR Features
Base Sport SLT R/T
Black 5" x 7" exterior mirrors
Black/body-color rear bumper      
Black/gray rear bumper      
Body-color front fascia      
Body-color rear bumper w/step pads      
Bright front bumper      
Bright grille      
Bright rear bumper w/step pads      
Fog lamps      
Gray grille      
Painted body-color grille      
Painted front bumper  
Soft tonneau cover      
Sunscreen glass on rear windows
Tinted glass
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Wheelflares      
INTERIOR Features
Base Sport SLT R/T
60/40 flip-up rear bench seat w/rear under seat storage  
Air conditioning
AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette, (4) speakers, CD changer control
Analog instrument cluster w/tachometer, 120 MPH speedometer
Black vinyl floor covering      
Cigar lighter
Cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat w/center armrest  
Cloth 60/40 split folding rear bench seat    
Cloth covered sun visors w/RH mirror
Cloth door trim panels w/map pocket  
Cloth high-back bucket seats      
Cruise control      
Driver/passenger assist handles
Floor carpeting
Floor console      
Front dome lamp      
Leather wrapped tilt steering wheel      
Light group-inc: mini overhead console, glove box/cargo lamps    
Light group-inc: mini overhead console, glove box/map/dome/reading lamps    
Storage tray & jack cover      
Vinyl door trim panels      
MECHANICAL Features
Base Sport SLT R/T
136-amp alternator
16" x 7" cast aluminum wheels    
16" x 7" styled steel wheels      
17" x 9" chromed aluminum wheels      
20 gallon fuel tank
22 gallon fuel tank  
24 gallon fuel tank    
3.21 axle ratio  
3.55 axle ratio  
3.92 axle ratio      
3.9L (239) SMPI V6 "Magnum" engine  
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD      
4-wheel disc brakes-inc: rear anti-lock
5-speed manual transmission w/OD  
5.3' pickup box    
5.9L (360) SMPI V8 "Magnum" engine      
5000# GVWR
5350# GVWR      
5400# GVWR  
6.5' pickup box
600-amp maintenance-free battery
6010# GVWR  
Anti-spin rear axle      
Conventional spare tire & wheel w/winch-type carrier
Four wheel drive  
Front stabilizer bar
HD front/rear shock absorbers
HD rear stabilizer bar      
Independent front suspension  
NV231HD 2-speed synchronized shift-on-the-fly transfer case  
P245/70R16 on/off-road SBR BSW tires  
P255/55R17 performance SBR BSW tires      
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes-inc: rear anti-lock  
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Rear wheel drive
Sport-tuned front/rear suspension      
SAFETY Features
Base Sport SLT R/T
3-point outboard seating position seatbelts w/front height adjusters, center lap belts
Driver & front passenger airbags w/passenger on/off switch
Dual note horn
Rear anti-lock brakes

2003 Dodge Dakota Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK DISC BRAKES
4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES *Retains std rear anti-lock*    
4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES *Retains std rear anti-lock* (N/A w/Z1R 5900# GVWR)    
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT -inc: pwr lumbar      
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT -inc: pwr lumbar (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT -inc: pwr lumbar (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/6-DISC CD CHANGER  
AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/6-DISC CD CHANGER (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC  
AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/COMPACT DISC -inc: CD changer control  
BODYSIDE MOLDINGS      
DELUXE CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: speed control, tilt steering column *NET*    
DODGE STAMPEDE GROUP -inc: "Stampede" badging, body-color rear bumper w/step pads, body-color front fascia, front/side/rear ground effects, tire & handling group *Installation of cladding to be performed at an offsite facility* *Affects color availability* (REQ: LNJ Fog Lamps) *NET*      
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
FOG LAMPS    
FOLD AWAY PWR HEATED MIRRORS (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
FOLD AWAY PWR HEATED MIRRORS (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
FOLD AWAY PWR HEATED MIRRORS (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
FOLD AWAY PWR HEATED MIRRORS (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group or AJL Pwr Overhead Convenience Group)      
FOLD AWAY PWR HEATED MIRRORS (w/2_G REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group)      
FRONT FLOOR MATS  
FULL-TIME ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY TRANSFER CASE    
FULL-TIME ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY TRANSFER CASE (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
HD ENGINE COOLING -inc: pwr steering cooler (w/auto trans-inc: aux trans oil cooler)
HD SERVICE GROUP -inc: 750 amp maintenance-free battery, HD engine cooling *NET*
INFINITY SPEAKER SYSTEM -inc: (8) Infinity speakers in (6) locations (REQ: RBK or RAZ Radio)      
INFINITY SPEAKER SYSTEM -inc: (8) Infinity speakers in (6) locations (w/2_B SLT Quick-Order Pkg REQ: RBK or RAZ Radio)      
INFINITY SPEAKER SYSTEM -inc: (8) Infinity speakers in (6) locations (w/2_B SLT Quick-Order Pkg REQ: RBK or RAZ Radio) (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
INFINITY SPEAKER SYSTEM -inc: (8) Infinity speakers in (6) locations (w/2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg REQ: RBK or RAZ Radio)      
LEATHER INTERIOR GROUP -inc: leather seats, premium door trim panels (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg, JPS 6-Way Pwr Driver Seat, RCK Infinity speakers)      
LEATHER INTERIOR GROUP -inc: premium leather seats, premium door trim panels (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg, JPS 6-Way Pwr Driver Seat, RCK Infinity speakers)      
LEATHER INTERIOR GROUP -inc: premium leather seats, premium door trim panels (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group, JPS 6-Way Pwr Driver Seat, RCK Infinity speakers)      
LEATHER-WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
LEATHER-WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
MANUFACTURER STATEMENT OF ORIGIN
PWR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, pwr windows w/driver one-touch (N/A w/2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, pwr windows w/driver one-touch (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, pwr windows w/driver one-touch (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, pwr windows w/driver one-touch (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, pwr windows w/driver one-touch *NET*    
PWR OVERHEAD CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: overhead console, universal garage door opener, auto day/night rearview mirror, pwr convenience group (N/A w/2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR OVERHEAD CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: overhead console, universal garage door opener, auto day/night rearview mirror, pwr convenience group (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
PWR OVERHEAD CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: overhead console, universal garage door opener, auto day/night rearview mirror, pwr convenience group *NET*      
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER -inc: fold away pwr heated mirrors (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER -inc: fold away pwr heated mirrors (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) (N/A w/GFD Sliding Rear Window)      
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER -inc: fold away pwr heated mirrors (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg) (N/A w/GFD Sliding Rear Window)      
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER -inc: fold away pwr heated mirrors (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group or AJL Pwr Overhead Convenience Group) (N/A w/GFD Sliding Rear Window)      
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER -inc: fold away pwr heated mirrors (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group) (N/A w/GFD Sliding Rear Window)      
SECURITY GROUP -inc: security alarm, sentry key theft deterrent system (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
SECURITY GROUP -inc: security alarm, sentry key theft deterrent system (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
SECURITY GROUP -inc: security alarm, sentry key theft deterrent system (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group or AJL Pwr Overhead Convenience Group) *NET*      
SKID PLATE GROUP -inc: front suspension/fuel tank/transfer case skid plates *NET*  
SLIDING REAR WINDOW
SLIDING REAR WINDOW (N/A w/GFA Rear Window Defroster)      
SLIDING REAR WINDOW (N/A w/GFA Rear Window Defroster, 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
SLT PLUS DECOR GROUP -inc: floor mats, fog lamps, pwr convenience group, AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
SOFT TONNEAU COVER  
SOFT TONNEAU COVER (N/A w/2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
SPORT PLUS GROUP -inc: floor mats, fog lamps, pwr convenience group, AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED RADIO CONTROLS (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg, RCK Infinity Speaker System, SCG Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel)      
STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED RADIO CONTROLS (REQ: 2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg, RCK Infinity Speaker System, SCG Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel)      
STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED RADIO CONTROLS (REQ: AJP Pwr Convenience Group, RCK Infinity Speaker System)      
TILT STEERING COLUMN (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: 3.55 axle ratio, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: 3.55 axle ratio, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: 3.55 axle ratio, rear stabilizer bar, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: 3.55 axle ratio, rear stabilizer bar, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (w/EHC 3.7L Engine & DDC 5-Speed Manual Trans-inc: DMD 3.55 Axle Ratio) (w/2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg REQ: AEL Dodge Stampede Group) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (N/A w/2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P255/65R16 all-season OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (N/A w/2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TIRE & HANDLING GROUP -inc: rear stabilizer bar, P265/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires, wheelflares, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg) *NET*      
TRAILER TOW GROUP -inc: class IV trailer hitch receiver, 7-lead wiring harness, 7/4 pin adaptor wiring pigtail (REQ: ADJ HD Service Group) *NET*  
UNDER RAIL BEDLINER
AXLE RATIO Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
3.21 AXLE RATIO (STD)  
3.55 AXLE RATIO  
3.55 AXLE RATIO (STD)  
3.92 AXLE RATIO  
3.92 AXLE RATIO (STD)      
DIFFERENTIAL Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE  
ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE (STD)      
NO ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE  
EMISSIONS Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
50-STATE EMISSIONS
ENGINE Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
3.9L (239) SMPI V6 "MAGNUM" ENGINE (STD)  
4.7L (287) SOHC SMPI V8 "MAGNUM" ENGINE    
4.7L (287) SOHC SMPI V8 "MAGNUM" ENGINE -inc: DMD 3.55 Axle Ratio      
5.9L (360) SMPI V8 "MAGNUM" ENGINE    
5.9L (360) SMPI V8 "MAGNUM" ENGINE (STD)      
5.9L ENGINE DISCOUNT *CREDIT*    
GVWR Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
5000# GVWR (STD)
5350# GVWR (STD)      
5400# GVWR (STD)  
5900# GVWR    
5900# GVWR (N/A w/2_H SLT Plus Quick-Order Pkg) (w/EHC 3.9L Engine REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle) (w/DGK Trans REQ: DMH 3.92 Axle Ratio)      
5900# GVWR (REQ: 2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg) (w/EHC 3.9L Engine REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle) (w/DGK Trans REQ: DMH 3.92 Axle Ratio)      
5900# GVWR (REQ: 2_W Base Quick-Order Pkg)      
5900# GVWR (REQ: EVA 4.7L Engine)      
5900# GVWR (REQ: EVA 4.7L Engine) (w/DDC Trans REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle)      
5900# GVWR -inc: 4-wheel disc brakes (REQ: 2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg) (w/EHC Engine REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle) (w/DGK 4-Speed Auto Trans REQ: DMH 3.92 Axle Ratio)      
5900# GVWR -inc: 4-wheel disc brakes (REQ: 2_G SLT SLT Quick-Order Pkg) (w/EHC Engine REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle)      
5900# GVWR -inc: 4-wheel disc brakes (REQ: 2_W Base Quick-Order Pkg, DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle)      
6010# GVWR (STD)  
OWNER FOLLOW-UP SERVICES PROGRAM Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
CUSTOMER ONE OWNER LOYALTY MAILING
PAINT Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
MONOTONE PAINT (STD)
TWO-TONE "LOWER BREAK" PAINT      
POWERTRAIN Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
POWERTRAIN -inc: 3.9L V6 engine, 4-speed auto trans  
POWERTRAIN -inc: 3.9L V6 engine, 5-speed manual trans  
POWERTRAIN -inc: 4.7L V8 engine, 5-speed auto trans    
POWERTRAIN -inc: 4.7L V8 engine, 5-speed manual trans    
POWERTRAIN -inc: 5.9L V8 engine, 4-speed auto trans  
QUICK-ORDER PKG Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
BASE QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: base vehicle only      
R/T QUICK-ORDER PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment*      
SLT PLUS QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: deluxe convenience group, pwr convenience group, SLT plus decor group, P245/70R16 on/off-road OWL tires, 16" x 8" cast aluminum wheels *GROSS*      
SLT PLUS QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*      
SLT QUICK-ORDER PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment*      
SPORT PLUS QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: deluxe convenience group, sport plus group, P245/70R16 on/off-road OWL tires, 16" x 8" cast aluminum wheels *GROSS*      
SPORT PLUS QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*      
SPORT QUICK-ORDER PKG *Contents listed in STD equipment*      
SPORT QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: base vehicle only      
SXT QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: AM/FM stereo radio w/CD player/CD changer control, body-color grille, cloth high-back bucket seats, tire & handling group *GROSS*      
SXT QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: black/gray rear bumper, deluxe convenience group, gray front fascia, AM/FM stereo radio w/CD player/CD changer control, tire & handling group (REQ: EHC 3.9L V6 Engine) *GROSS*      
SXT QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: front seat area carpeting, body-color grille, AM/FM stereo radio w/CD player/CD changer control, cloth high-back bucket seats, tire & handling group *GROSS*      
SXT QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT*    
REGION Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
CALIFORNIA REGION -inc: regional CMA invoice base price adjustment
NATIONAL REGION
NEW ENGLAND STATES REGION -inc: regional CMA invoice base price adjustment *Available only in CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT*
TEXAS REGION -inc: regional CMA invoice base price adjustment
REGIONAL DESTINATION ADJUSTMENT Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
HAWAII DELIVERY -inc: destination charge adjustment
NATIONAL DELIVERY
SEAT TYPE Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
CLOTH 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT      
CLOTH 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT (STD)  
CLOTH HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS    
CLOTH HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg)      
CLOTH HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS (STD)      
LEATHER 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT (REQ: AJD Leather Interior Group)  
LEATHER 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT (REQ: AJD Leather Interior Group, 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
LEATHER HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS (REQ: AJD Leather Interior Group)  
LEATHER HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS (REQ: AJD Leather Interior Group, 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
TIRES Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
P245/70R16 ON/OFF-ROAD SBR BSW TIRES (STD)  
P245/70R16 ON/OFF-ROAD SBR OWL TIRES -inc: rear stabilizer bar (REQ: 2_C Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
P245/70R16 ON/OFF-ROAD SBR OWL TIRES -inc: rear stabilizer bar (REQ: 2_H Sport Plus Quick-Order Pkg)      
P255/55R17 SBR BSW TIRES (STD)      
P255/65R16 ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg, AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
P255/65R16 ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES (w/2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg REQ: AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
P255/65R16 ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES (w/2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg REQ: AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
P265/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 2_X SXT Quick-Order Pkg, AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
P265/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (w/2_B Sport Quick-Order Pkg REQ: AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
P265/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (w/2_G SLT Quick-Order Pkg REQ: AGB Tire & Handling Group)      
TRANSMISSION Options
Base Sport SLT R/T
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD      
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: EHC Engine)    
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: EML Engine)    
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)      
5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: EVA Engine)    
HD 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)  
HD 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) (N/A w/EML 5.9L Engine)    

2003 Dodge Dakota Technical Specifications

Brakes
Base Sport SLT R/T
Brake ABS System Four Wheel Four Wheel Four Wheel Four Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.1 x 1.0 12.1 x 1.0 12.1 x 1.0 12.1 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.3 x 0.6
Cargo Area Dimensions
Base Sport SLT R/T
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) 45.1 45.1 45.1 45.1
Engine
Base Sport SLT R/T
Displacement 3.9L 3.9L 3.9L 5.9L
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V8
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 175 @ 4800 175 @ 4800 175 @ 4800 250 @ 4400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 3200 225 @ 3200 225 @ 3200 335 @ 3200
Exterior Dimensions
Base Sport SLT R/T
Height, Overall (in) 65.2 65.2 65.2 65.2
Wheelbase (in) 112.0 112.0 112.0 112.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 71.6 71.6 71.6 71.6
Fuel Tank
Base Sport SLT R/T
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 20 20 20 20
Steering
Base Sport SLT R/T
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 36.0 36.0 36.0 36.0
Tires
Base Sport SLT R/T
Front Tire Size P245/70R16 P245/70R16 P245/70R16 P255/55R17
Rear Tire Size P245/70R16 P245/70R16 P245/70R16 P255/55R17
Transmission
Base Sport SLT R/T
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 4 4 4 4
Vehicle
Base Sport SLT R/T
Front Head Room (in) 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0
Front Leg Room (in) 41.9 41.9 41.9 41.9
Front Shoulder Room (in) 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1
Passenger Capacity 3 3 3 3
Second Head Room (in) 36.8 36.8 36.8 36.8
Second Leg Room (in) 32.1 32.1 32.1 32.1
Second Shoulder Room (in) 54.7 54.7 54.7 54.7

2003 Dodge Dakota Safety Features

Safety Features
Driver & front passenger airbags w/passenger on/off switch
Rear anti-lock brakes
3-point outboard seating position seatbelts w/front height adjusters, center lap belts
Dual note horn
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A