Used 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Overview
Dakota Regular Cab Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Dodge Dakota Regular Cab (1987-1996) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 93% recommend it. These figures are based on 363 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab
"No complaints"
"This is really a good truck, Mine has the 5.2L which is the best motor avaliable in my opinion. It may use some gas but it has power, performance, and reliablity like few others. Everytime i turn the key it starts, everytime i need to pass someone it goes, and evertime i need to haul anything that fits in the bed it does with no problem. I really like the idea of a 1/2 ton small truck, it makes it easier to drive and easier on the pocket compared to the Dodge Ram. I think its rated to haul about 1500lbs give or take. Also my truck is the mark III version with all the options (except leather) and for a truck it is pretty comfortable. I was suprised i could relativily comfortably have 4 adults ride around in it. (club cab) And these trucks can take some abuse, they are true american quality. Now the only complaint i have is how thin the sheet metal on it is, once you give it a little bang it always leaves a dent. It cant all be great. I would highly recomend this vehicle to anyone. Its always nice to have a truck, and this is a good one to have."
"Good dependable truck"
"We bought the truck new in 1994. It has always ran well and never broke down. The only negative is the turning radius. Other than that can't complain. Has been a daily driver and we just maintained it. No major repairs have been needed in 152000 miles."
"94 dakota 4x4"
"94 dakota manual trans v6 4x4 Gas mileage 22 hwy. 15 city. Its been a super reliable truck. These are good trucks with a manual transmission the auto transmission dont hold up well love the shift on the fly 4x4 has 220k and still going."
Overall 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab quality a 4.5 out of 5.
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Reliability
The 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 Dakota Regular Cab Features
According to drivers of the 1996 Dakota Regular Cab, here are some of its best features:
- Reliable, handy, powerful, and fun to drive
- Mpg, dependable, good pull even when hauling
- Great truck, used to pull my travel trailer
- Reliable
- Runs good after 150,000 miles
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab MPG by Trim
1996 Dakota Regular Cab WS Long Bed - city 14 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
1996 Dakota Regular Cab WS Short Bed - city 14 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
1996 Dakota Regular Cab Long Bed - city 19 MPG - hwy 23 MPG
1996 Dakota Regular Cab Sport Short Bed - city 14 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
1996 Dakota Regular Cab Short Bed - city 14 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
1996 Dakota Regular Cab Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab
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1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Depreciation
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1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2022 | - | $2,385 | $1,421 | ||
2023 | + $15 | $2,400 | $1,457 | ||
2024 | + $168 | $2,568 | $1,636 | ||
2025 | $111 | $2,457 | $1,513 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1996 Dodge Dakota Regular Cab Depreciation
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3124 lbs. | ||
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Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.5 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 3 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.3 inches | ||
Overall Length | 207.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 61.0 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 7100 lbs. | ||
Turning Diameter | 43.5 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 123.9 inches | ||
Truck Bed Volume | 47 cu.ft. | ||
Bed Length | 8.00 feet | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4860 lbs. | ||
Payload Capacity | 2600 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.4 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 14 mpg | ||
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Highway | 19 mpg | ||
Combined | 16 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | 2WD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 175 @ 4800 RPM | ||
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Torque | 225 @ 3200 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.9 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 7 years / 100000 miles |