How much does the 2001 Dodge Dakota cost?

The 2001 Dodge Dakota has a starting MSRP of $14,010, ranging up to $22,370 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $14,010; Sport from $19,605.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Dodge Dakota?

The 2001 Dodge Dakota achieves up to 20 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much can the 2001 Dodge Dakota tow?

The 2001 Dodge Dakota has a maximum towing capacity of up to 4,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2001 Dodge Dakota come in?

The 2001 Dodge Dakota is available in 2 trims (6 total configurations) across Truck (Regular Cab) and Truck (Club Cab) and Truck (Quad Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.

2001 Dodge Dakota

2 trims · 6 configurations · Truck (Regular Cab), Truck (Club Cab), Truck (Quad Cab)

Starting MSRP

$14,010 – $22,370

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NHTSA safety

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Source: NHTSA · 7 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Dodge Dakota? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$14,010

Typical monthly

$277/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2001 Dodge Dakota trims

Base
4 configurations
MSRP
$14,010 – $20,660
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
17/23
Horsepower
120 hp
Torque
145 lb-ft
Engine
2.5L I4 gas
Seating
3
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
1,850 lbs
Sport
2 configurations
MSRP
$19,605 – $22,370
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/20
Horsepower
175 hp
Torque
225 lb-ft
Engine
3.9L V6 gas
Seating
6
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
3,200 lbs

Compare 2001 Dodge Dakota trim specifications
Spec	Base4 configurations	Sport2 configurations
MSRP	$14,010 – $20,660	$19,605 – $22,370
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	17/23	14/20
Horsepower	120 hp	175 hp
Torque	145 lb-ft	225 lb-ft
Engine	2.5L I4 gas	3.9L V6 gas
Seating	3	6
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	—	—
Max towing	1,850 lbs	3,200 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Basegas
Sportgas
Fuel type: Baseregular unleaded
Sportregular unleaded
Cylinders: BaseI4
SportV6
Displacement: Base2.5 L
Sport3.9 L
Horsepower: Base120 hp
Sport175 hp
Torque: Base145 lb-ft
Sport225 lb-ft
Transmission: Base5-speed manual
Sport5-speed manual
Drivetrain: Baserear wheel drive
Sportrear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseTruck (Regular Cab)
SportTruck (Quad Cab)
Doors: Base2
Sport4
Seating: Base3
Sport6
Length: Base195.8 in
Sport215.1 in
Width: Base71.5 in
Sport71.6 in
Height: Base65.6 in
Sport66.3 in
Wheelbase: Base111.9 in
Sport131 in
Ground clearance: Base7 in
Sport7.8 in

Capacity & weight

Max towing: Base1,850 lbs
Sport3,200 lbs
Max payload: Base1,275 lbs
Sport1,450 lbs
Curb weight: Base3,389 lbs
Sport4,151 lbs
Fuel tank: Base22 gal
Sport24 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base20
Sport16
City MPG: Base17
Sport14
Highway MPG: Base23
Sport20

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	Sport
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	V6
Displacement	2.5 L	3.9 L
Horsepower	120 hp	175 hp
Torque	145 lb-ft	225 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Truck (Regular Cab)	Truck (Quad Cab)
Doors	2	4
Seating	3	6
Length	195.8 in	215.1 in
Width	71.5 in	71.6 in
Height	65.6 in	66.3 in
Wheelbase	111.9 in	131 in
Ground clearance	7 in	7.8 in
Capacity & weight
Max towing	1,850 lbs	3,200 lbs
Max payload	1,275 lbs	1,450 lbs
Curb weight	3,389 lbs	4,151 lbs
Fuel tank	22 gal	24 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	20	16
City MPG	17	14
Highway MPG	23	20

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2001 Dodge Dakota FAQ

How much does the 2001 Dodge Dakota cost?: The 2001 Dodge Dakota has a starting MSRP of $14,010, ranging up to $22,370 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $14,010; Sport from $19,605.
What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Dodge Dakota?: The 2001 Dodge Dakota achieves up to 20 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much can the 2001 Dodge Dakota tow?: The 2001 Dodge Dakota has a maximum towing capacity of up to 4,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
How many trims does the 2001 Dodge Dakota come in?: The 2001 Dodge Dakota is available in 2 trims (6 total configurations) across Truck (Regular Cab) and Truck (Club Cab) and Truck (Quad Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.