The 2011 Dodge Dakota window sticker reads 16 to 17 mpg combined depending on the engine: 17 for the 3.7L 6-cyl and 16 for the 4.7L 8-cyl. A used 2011 asks about $8,800 today.
The Dodge Dakota window sticker — build, options & years
The Dodge Dakota ran from 1987–2012 across 6 generations (1987–1989, 1990–1993, 1994–1996, 1997–1999, 2000–2004, 2005–2010).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Dodge Dakota VIN decoder.
What the Dodge Dakota sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2011 Dakota, averaged across its 2 versions:
The label also prints an estimated $3,775 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles. In its EPA class (Standard Pickup Trucks, 2011) the best Dakota version ranks #7 of 10 on combined MPG (the class best is 24 mpg).
How the Dakota's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1987 to 2011:
Combined went from 20 mpg in 1987 to 17 in 2011; the best year on file is 1987 at 20 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
The Dakota sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Dakota has the best figure of the 3: 17 mpg for its most efficient 2011 version.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 2011 | — | |
| Lincoln Mark LT | 2008 | — | |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2010 | — |
What a used Dakota sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 273 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 10 listings | |
| 2008 | 16 listings | |
| 2007 | 16 listings | |
| 2006 | 29 listings | |
| 2005 | 36 listings | |
| 2004 | 41 listings | |
| 2003 | 25 listings | |
| 2002 | 31 listings | |
| 2001 | 26 listings | |
| 2000 | 21 listings | |
| 1999 | 14 listings | |
| 1997 | 8 listings |
A 2011 Dakota asks a median $8,800 today, a 1997 about $3,990. Full breakdown on the Dodge Dakota value page.
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Dakota window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 15 Dakota window stickers from VINs so far, opened 33 times. The most requested model years are 2004, 2010 and 1996. For 0% of them the original factory PDF was on file.
Any Dakota from 1987–2012: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Dodge models: Dodge window stickers.
Other Dodge window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger | Large Cars | 98 mpg | |
| Dodge Ram | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 17 mpg | |
| Dodge Challenger | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | |
| Dodge Durango | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | |
| Dodge Viper | Two Seaters | 16 mpg | |
| Dodge Caravan | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 35 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Dodge Dakota
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Dakota, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Dodge Dakota all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Dodge Dakota window sticker show?
The 2011 label shows up to 17 mpg combined, #7 of 10 in its EPA class (Standard Pickup Trucks). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $3,775 a year.
Does the Dakota sticker show better MPG than the Lincoln Mark LT?
Yes: the most efficient 2011 Dakota reads 17 mpg combined, the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 14.
Which Dodge Dakota years do people look up most?
2004, with 3 of the 15 Dakota window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2010 and 1996.
What is a used Dodge Dakota worth now?
A 2011 asks a median $8,800 and a 1997 about $3,990, across 273 live listings. More on the Dodge Dakota value page.
Is the Dodge Dakota sticker the original?
For Dodge, ForCar pulls the original factory PDF. For the Dakota it was on file for 0% of the 13 VINs looked up; for the rest the label is rebuilt from NHTSA and EPA records.
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