The 2-Door Dodge Dakota for 1997

A phenomenal success in the United States, the Dakota appeals to buyers because of its reliability, safety, and comfort. Dodge's latest attempt at this didn't go over too well with this segment, however, as its underacheiving 8 Cylinder Engine and unflattering styling never found its target market. The wide selection of styles only enhances the vehicle's famous strengths of longer-lasting tires, bolder styling, improved sound system. The style freshening took on the subject of a more existing look, more more distinctiveness between the wide range of models, and introduced new features. For 1997, Dodge hasn't transformed the Dakota much, though it did expand the availability of the luxury end trim.

The reviews came in favorably as the year came to an end. Although it's the most well-fixed of the 4WD Standard Pickup Trucks to drive on an everyday basis, the 1997 Dodge Dakota loses some points for its second rate acceleration and missing safety features. The improved sound system of the Dakota was listed in a poll run by a leading automotive web site as the most important factor in the 4WD Standard Pickup Trucks segment for 1997. Gas mileage was an important consideration in the 4WD Standard Pickup Trucks for 1997.

Specifications

Nhtsa crash test scores for the Dakota are good with the car earning four stars in frontal impacts and front side-impacts. This year, the Dakota received another 3.5-liter 8 Cylinder Engine. Transferring power to the front wheels for the engine is a smoother shifting electronically restrained four-speed automatic transmission or a five-speed manual (four-cylinder only).

While the retail price of $17190 may seem high, there's plenty of value for the money with this vehicle.