Comparted to others I know, my Dakota has had better than average reliability. This has been an exception strong and solid truck, with an exceptional engine and transmission.
The 4.7 outperformed all but the biggest engines in the fullsize trucks, yet my average gas mileage to-date is 17.4 MPG. This 4.7 has much more usable torque than V6s from imported trucks.
The cab is roomier than Ranger, S10, Tacoma, and Frontier.
Subjectively, this is a very eye appealing design.
