The Dodge Dakota , known as Ram Dakota for the last two years of production, is an intermediate pickup truck from Chrysler's Ram division ( formerly Dodge Truck). Since its introduction until 2009, it is marketed by Dodge. The first Dakota was introduced in 1986 as a 1987 model with the redesigned Dodge Ram 50. Dakota was nominated for this year's North American Truck award for the year 2000. The Dakota is always sized over a Ford Ranger and a compact Chevrolet S-10. , but under a full-sized pickup like Dodge's Ram. This is a conventional design with body-on-frame construction and leaf springs/rear end of the live shaft. Dakota is the first mid-size pickup with an optional V8 engine. One important feature is the rack and pinion steering Dakota, the first for a work truck. Dakotas has been used by police and fire departments, as off-road vehicles, patrol trucks, or even brush trucks.
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Generasi pertama (1987-1996)
Dodge Dakota was developed by Chrysler as an intermediate pickup. To keep investments low, many components are shared with existing Chrysler products and manufacturing plants divided by full-size Dodge D-Models. The name Dakota means "friend" or "ally" in Sioux, although it can also refer to Dakotas, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
The first generation Dakota was produced from 1986 to 1996 (for the years 1987 to 1996). It was slightly updated for the 1991 model. Inline-four and V6 engines are offered along with a five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic. Four wheel drive is only available with V6. Both six and eight foot beds are offered. Fuel injection added to 3.9 V6 L for 1988, but the result remains the same.
In 1988, the Sport package was added as a mid-year release. The exterior colors come in Black, White Light, and Red Graphic colors. Available in 2WD and 4x4, Sport includes:
- AM/FM stereo radio with cassette player
- Carpeted floor carpet
- Central armrest armrest
- Luxurious interior of charcoal/silver fabric with folding armrest
- Left-click sports steering wheel
- Wiper deluxe
- The double remote control mirror is outside
- Floor Carpet
- Measurement Packages
- Mopar Water Dam with Bosch fog lamp
- Mopar lights with Bosch off-road lights (only 4x4)
- Unique Bodyside Band Stripes
- Black gril cabin and black bumper
- The back window is sliding
- 3.6 liter V6 engine
- 15 "aluminum wheel
The N-body platform was the result of operational efforts by Harold K. Sperlich, who was in charge of Chrysler Product Planning in the early 1980s, where the time-inspired Japanese compact pickup lacked the size and features required to meet the demands of American buyers. In the late 1970s, Chrysler still had not recovered from bankruptcy and their resources were in limited supply. Sperlich challenged the N-Body team to look for opportunities to reuse existing components to create Dakota. The highly efficient high investment program enables Chrysler to create new, low-cost market segments. The key figures involved in making this product are Glenn Gardner, Glen House, Robert Burnham, Don Sebert, Jim Hackstedde, and Clark Ewing. The basic Dakota vehicle was eventually used as a foundation for making an extended cab version of the Dakota and Dodge Durango SUVs.
Additional options found in first generation trucks:
- Reduce holds
- chrome 15-inch rim
- Chrome bars along the bed
- AM/FM stereo with cassette, and (optional) CD player
- Leather seats
- Sunroof
- The back window is sliding
- Chrome Bumper
- V8 engine
- Infrared sound system
In 1989, an unusual Dakota convertible was launched. The first American converter pickup since Ford Model A, featuring a fixed roll bar and a simple manual top. Approximately 2,482 were sold in the first year. The idea comes from Jerry York and is produced by ASC (American Sunroof Company, now known as American Specialty Cars). Other important additions that year are Shelby Carroll Shelby, Shelby Dakota, his first rear-wheel drive vehicle in two decades.
Model "Club Cab" was added for 1990, still with two doors. This model allows Dakota to boast capacity for six passengers, although the rear seats are best suited for shorter cargo, children, and adults.
In 1991, the front of the Dakota received a new grille and hood that extended the engine compartment to better suit the optional 170Ã, hp (127Ã, kW) 5.2Ã,® L V8, which was inspired by the previous Shelby Dakota V8 options. In 1992, standard windshield lamps sealed lights gradually closed for aerodynamic-style plastic headlights attached to the grill components. It was equipped with halogen lamps, making 1991 the only year for a unique front-end for the Dakota, although it was mechanically possible to adjust the sealed beams from 1992 to 1996, since the model year is overlapping between the introduction of the new grille and the introduction of headlamp new. Also debuted in 1991 was a six-bolt wheel (replacing the previous five-bolt wheel) based on Dodge's marketing trying to differentiate Dakota from competing truck manufacturers and the upcoming introduction of the redesigned Ram, and 1991 was also the first year for an optional driver side airbag ( made standard in 1994) and last year for the Dakota convertible.
To fulfill the Dodge division's commitment to the American Sunroof Company (in charge of modifications to these trucks), Dakota's "drop top" production extended to model year 1991. Production is very limited, with only eight produced in total, making them the rarest of all Dakotas. Unlike previous years, colors and choices vary more than ever, as the manufacturer selects each of these trucks in a rather random fashion. No ads were given to this truck, and they did not appear in the sales literature. This is most likely because most of them are sold before getting to many of their dealers.
Both V configuration engines are updated to Magnum specs next year, providing a tremendous power boost. Along with the introduction of the Magnum engine comes multiport electronic fuel injection (EFI). EFI computers (called PCMs by Chrysler) are partly responsible for performance improvements. The new machine/computer combination generates about 230 hp (172 kW)
The 1994 model has some minor changes, with the most prominent being the driver's side airbag addition, located in the new steering wheel, two-spoke design (also found in Ram). Other changes include termination of trim "SE" and "LE". In following the latest full-size Ram pickup, the top-end trim is renamed to "SLT", with these models (along with others selected) using newly finished chrome, six-bolt steel wheel styles laid out similar to the Type five bolts found in the bigger Ram. Other changes include color revisions and overall trim options. SRS airbags were also added for 1994. CD players became optional, as did the combined cassette player and CD player unit. Leather seats are also available on LE models. New wheels are available.
In 1996, the last year of the first generation, the base K 2.5L SOHC I4 engine choice came out of production and has been deemed to be very underpowered compared to the competition, so Dodge replaced it with another 2.5L I4 engine; this is the legacy of American Motors with an OHV valvetrain and rated at 120 hp (89 kW). This was the only major change for 1996, and AMC 2.5 L will also be brought as the base engine in the larger new model of 1997.
Li'l Red Express Dakota and Dakota Warrior
The first two special editions are built with a step-side bed. Both are built by L.E.R. Industry Edwardsburg, Michigan. The step-side bed is built of fiberglass and galvineel. Wooden bed rails are also available.
The Li'l Red Express Dakota is made to resemble the original Express, which is based on D-D Dodge. It features a classic side-step bed and also has a double vertical exhaust pile just behind the cabin, which is purely cosmetic (although it can be made functional). The Dakota Warrior was made to resemble a Warlock truck in the late 1970s. Warriors feature the same custom bed as the Dakota Express, but do not have a vertical exhaust stack. Both Express and Warrior Dakotas have graphic packages that are made to resemble the original Express and Warlock, respectively.
The production numbers for Expresses and Warriors are very low, in the hundreds. The most rare of them came with the 5.2 L Magnum V8 engine, which was only an option during 1992, the last year of Express and Soldier production.
Model
Dodge Dakota 1987-1996 comes in three basic models:
Dakota is the basic trim level. This includes the following features: a sealed vinyl surface surface, a deleted radio package and a deleted audio system package (later, A/MF/M stereo with a two-speaker audio system becomes standard equipment on the Dakota with a two-speaker audio system), fan-controlled heater, vinyl flooring, black front grille and front and rear bumper, full-face steel wheel, all-season tires and manual "roll-up" windows and door locks. This model is not usually seen as a Club Cab model, nor is it available with V8 engine options like other available Dakota models.
Sports is the mid-range trim level. It adds features like vinyl-and-fabric-trimmed seating surfaces, A/MF/M stereo with two-speaker audio system, sport-style steel wheels, body edge shields, adjustable sloping columns and steering wheel, and interior accents "sport" to the bases of Dakota . Then, it also adds chrome-plated steel wheels, as well as front-colored fascia and front grille, and the Sports sticker that adorns the door and side of the Dakota pick-up bed. V6 and V8 engines are available on the Sport model.
Sport Convertible was the only Dakota conversion available, and was only available until the early 1990s, when it was finally stopped. It adds the following features to the intermediate level of Sports trim: sport-style alloy, cloth seat surface with inserts and vinyl accents, A/MF/M stereo with cassette player and four speaker audio system, cooling room, manually folded vinyl folding roof, and the Sports sticker on the Dakota door. The V6 engine and the regular two-door cabin are the only configurations available from Sport Convertible , which has all the available drivetrains.
LE , then renamed to SLT is the top trim level. It adds features such as the surface of the fabric seat, the air conditioner, the A/MF/M stereo with the cassette player and the four-speaker audio system, the alloy wheels, the side liners, the leather-wrapped premium steering wheel, the carpeted floor, and the power windows and door locks to the Sports middle class. V6 and V8 engines are available on either LE or SLT models.
Machine
- 1987-1988 - 2.2Ã, L (135Ã, Â ° C) K I4, SOHC, 97Ã, hp (72Ã, kW)
- 1987-1991 - 3.9Ã, L (238Ã, Â ° C) at LA V6, 125Ã, hp (93Ã, kW)
- 1989-1995 - 2.5Ã, L (150Ã, Â ° C) K I4, 99Ã, hp (74Ã, kW)
- 1991 - 5.2 L (318 cuÃ, in) LA V8, 170Ã, hp (130Ã, kW)
- 1992-1993 - 3.9Ã, L (238Ã, Â ° C) in Magnum V6, 180Ã, hp (130Ã, kW)
- 1992-1993 - 5.2Ã, L (318 cuÃ, in) Magnum V8, 230Ã, hp (170Ã, kW)
- 1994-1996 - 3.9Ã, L (238Ã, Â ° C) in Magnum V6, 175Ã, hp (130Ã, kW)
- 1994-1996 - 5.2Ã, L (318 cuÃ, in) Magnum V8, 225Ã, hp (168Ã, kW)
- 1996 - 2.5Ã, L (150Ã, Â ° C) at AMC I4, 120Ã, hp (89Ã, kW)
Second-generation Dakota was developed in 1991, with exterior design proposals by Dennis Myles under design director John R. Starr approved in mid-1993 and frozen for production in January 1994, 30 months earlier than Job 1. Design patents filed on May 20 1994 under D373,979 in the USPTO. The 1997 Dakota year model was unveiled through a press release in the summer of 1996 and was built from July 1996 to July 2004. It inherited the larger semi-truck look of the Ram, but remained largely underneath. That year has been introduced model 'R/T' with big 5.9Ã, L 250Ã, hp (186Ã, kW) Magnum V8. At the time of its introduction, it is regarded as one of the most radical in its class, not only for styling, but also because it remains the only truck in its class with the available V8 engine that rivals many of the V8's found in full. truck sized with payloads up to 1,500 pounds.
The four-door "Quad-Cab" model was added for the year 2000 with a slightly shorter bed, 63.1 in (160.2 cm), but climbed at Club Cab 130.9Ã, at (332.5 cm) wheelbase. The aging 5.2Ã, L Magnum V8 is replaced by the new 4.7-L high-tech SOHC PowerTech V8. The Quad-Cab is equipped with a full-flip-back seat to provide space for three passengers on the back or a lot of dry interior space for payload.
In the spring of 1998, a new limited edition R/T package was available as an option on the Dakota Sport model from 1998-2003. This version is considered a true street/sports truck, available only in RWD. Factory modifications such as 360 cid/5.9 liter V8 that produce 250 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 345 feet-pound of torque at 3200 rpm. The only available transmission options are heavy duty, 46RE four-speed automatic, shaft performance, limited-slip differential, sport suspension and steering, brake upgrade, exhaust performance, special 17x9 "cast aluminum wheels, monotonous paint, bucket seat with R/T on the headrests, and many other standard options come with packages.The Chrome wheels are available in the 2002 & 2003 models. Some of the last models made in 2003 came with lower lower body cladding packages and chrome versions of original cast aluminum wheels 17x9 at no additional cost This version of the Dakota R/T was produced until 2003, with the newer 2003 R/T trucks designated as their own trimline and no longer as part of the option package on the Dakota Sport trim Performance Wise: Dakota R straight line performance/T is quite impressive for a pickup truck, which can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and complete a quarter mile sprint just in time 15 seconds. However, the credibility of his e-truck work is less impressive. It has a maximum towing capacity of only 1,800 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 970 pounds. RT Packages: While the Magnum 360 V-8 under the hood is the clear star of the show, the R/T package also includes a number of additional upgrades. It comes with performance-tuned suspension, faster steering wheel, thick front and rear stabilizer rods, sticky P255/55R17 tires and rising heights that are 1 inch lower than standard Dakota.
Also in 1998, the Dakota R1 was released for production in Brazil through a small team effort known as Truck Special Programs and featured a four-cylinder base engine and offers 2.5L VMI turbodiesel along with the V8, all designed around a reinforced four-wheel drive chassis used on two and four wheel drive models. Overall, 28 R1 roll-in-chassis configurations are designed for the Brazilian market to be built at the Curitiba assembly facility as CKD. The program was canceled when Chrysler was purchased by Daimler.
Automatic V8 and 45RFE 4.7 liter transmission was introduced in 2000.
A considerable revision of the Dakota interior was made in 2000 for the 2001 model year, including a completely redesigned dashboard, revised door panels and chairs. Other minor slim revisions were made, including redesigned aluminum wheels on various models. All vehicles also have a new radio option. Only standard AM/FM radio (without a cassette deck) is discontinued, making AM/FM radio with standard cassette deck on all models. AM/FM stereo CD and cassette/CD variants are also available.
The 2002 model was the last year for a four-cylinder engine in the Dakota, as Chrysler ended production from previous AMC designs. Most buyers order V6 or V8 engines, which are much more robust and, in the case of V6, made standard for 2003, are almost as fuel efficient with manual transmissions. Also, automatic transmissions are not available with four cylinders. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is also now available as an option, and revised radios with new cables can accommodate this new feature. Radio CD changers are also available, eliminating the need for separately installed units located elsewhere in the truck. Drivers can load up to six discs into the unit at a time, and can switch discs at any time, something they can not do with the old unit. Radio Data System became standard equipment on several radios.
The 2003 model is the end of the old OHV V6 and the large R/T V8; 2004 model vehicles are available with a new 3.7 L Magnum V6 engine to go along with the 4.7 L V8 variant.
In 2004, the cassette deck option was stopped, and the CD player became standard equipment on all models.
This generation was also collected and sold in Brazil from 1998 to 2001.
IIHS gives this generation a 'Bad' rating in frontal offset collision test.
Crop level
Dakota Dodge 1997 to 2004 is available in several different trim levels:
ST serves as the basic model of Dakota. These include features such as A/MF/M stereo (later with cassette player) and a four-speaker sound system, vinyl-trimmed front, front seats (or front and rear) seat seats, fifteen-inch (six- twelve years). -inch), wheels, and vinyl floors. It's also included, and is only available with a 3.9L (later 3.7L) V6 engine. ST is also not offered as a four-door Quad Cab model.
Sports serves as a "step-up" Dakota model. This adds the following features to the ST model: A/MF/M stereo with cassette player (then, single-disc CD player), cloth seating surface, sport-style alloy, and carpeted floor. It's available with all engines except for the high-performance 5.9L V8 engine.
The SXT , introduced for the 2001 model, served as a "mid-range" Dakota model. This adds the following features to the Sports model: A/MF/M stereo with single-disc CD player, AC, power windows and door lock with keyless entry (available as option), and premium interior. It's available with all engines except for the high-performance 5.9L V8 engine. Available SXT Plus models that add "value" features such as A/MF/M stereo with CD cassette player and single discs with integral CD changer controls, premium fabric interiors, and sixteen - inch wheels mounted on tires sixteen inches.
The SLT is a top-line Dakota model from the end of 2000. It adds the following features to the SXT model (2001-2004 model year) or Sport Model (1997 to 2000 model year): power windows and door lock (Sport only) with keyless entry, premium interior (Sport only), and premium-style wheels or chrome-clad wheels. It's available with all the engines available in Dakota. Available SLT Plus packages that add a "value" feature to the SLT model, such as sixteen inch alloy wheels, sixteen inch tires, A/MF/M stereo with cassette player and CD (and integrated CD changer controls on models from 2001 to 2004), premium fabric interiors, and more "upscale" features.
The R/T , otherwise known as 5.9R/T is known as Dakota's "high-performance" and "top-line" model from 1997 to 2000. This added the following features to the SLT model: sport front seats, sport-styled chrome alloy wheels, high performance tires, A/MF/M stereo with cassette player and single disc disc, premium audio system reinforced six Infinity speakers, and a high-performance 5.9L V8 engine. It is available in all available Dakota models except for the Quad Cab 4-Door model, which is introduced after R/T or 5.9 R/T is stopped.
Machine
- 1997-2002 - 2.5Ã, L (150Ã, Â ° C) at AMC I4, 120Ã, hp (89Ã, kW)
- 1997-2003 - 3.9Ã, L (238Ã, Â ° C) in Magnum V6, 175Ã, hp (130Ã, kW)
- 1997-1999 - 5.2Ã, L (318 cuÃ, in) Magnum V8, 225Ã, hp (168Ã, kW)
- 1998-2003 - 5.9Ã, L (360Ã, cuÃ, in) Magnum V8, 250Ã, hp (190Ã, kW)
- 1999-2001 - 2.5Ã, L (152.5Ã, Â ° c) VM-425 OHV I4, 114Ã, hp (85Ã, kW) (Brazil)
- 2000-2004 - 4.7 L (287 CuÃ, in) Magnum V8, 230Ã, hp (170Ã, kW)
- 1997-2004 - 3.7Ã, L (226Ã, Â ° C) in Magnum V6, 210Ã, hp (160 kW)
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Third generation (2005-2011)
The redesigned Dakota 2005 still shares the platform with the new Dodge Durango SUV (which is now similar to the Ram platform). This model is 3.7 in (94 mm) longer and 2.7 in (69 mm) wider, and features new front and rear suspensions, and rack-and-pinion steering. This new generation model also returns to the five-wheel wheels of the previous six-wheeled wheel drive due to cost savings and assembly time. Dakota was built at the Warren Truck Assembly factory in Warren, Michigan.
V6 engine and two V8 available: Standard engine is 3.7 L Magnum V6; both 4.7 L V8 engines are standard Magnum V8 and V8 High Output or HO. The 3.7 L V6 produces 210 horsepower (160 kW) and 235 lb ft lt (319 N m) of torque. The standard output of 4.7 L V8 produces 230 hp (170 kW) and 295 lb of torque? Ft (400Ã, N? M) of torque. High output 4.7 L V8 produces 260 horsepower (190 kW) and 310Ã, lb? Ft (420Ã, N? M) torque. Both 3.7 L and standard output of 4.7 L V8 are available with six-speed manual transmission in 2005 and 2006. For 2007, the option was removed on the V8 model.
In addition to refresh Dakota styling, this generation is not offered in regular cabin models. Only club cabins and quad taxi configurations are available. Dakota R/T back in late 2005 for model year 2006, but only with cosmetic modification. Although the "R/T" moniker signifies "Road and Trajectory", the latest Dakota R/T is simply an optional package, characterized by a non-functional hood cap, an exclusive measuring cluster, and a hockey stick's sideline. This package is available on two and four wheel drive models.
The third-generation facelifted Dakota was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show 2007. Dakota received enhanced facelift and other interiors along with several other improvements, including built-in cargo-box utility rails, heated bench seats, best-in-class pullers (up to 7.050 pounds) the largest and longest standard bed in the classroom, and the largest medium size truck cabin. The new 4.7-liter V8 produces 310 hp (231 kW) and 330 lb ft (447 N m) of torque. The standard engine remains 3.7 liter V6 with 210 horsepower (160 kW) and 235Ã, lb? Ft (319 Nm) of torque. Production began in August 2007.
In 2010, Dakota is considered part of the Ram lineup. However, the "Dodge" emblem is still in the back door, and the truck is alternately referred to as Ram Dakota or Dodge Dakota. His brother Mitsubishi Raider was suspended in 2009, and Chrysler set up the Ram brand for launch in 2010, making Ram Dakota replace the Mitsubishi Raider and Dodge Dakota.
IIHS gives this generation a 'Good' rating in a frontal offset collision test.
Model
During production, 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota is available in three basic models:
ST functions as a Dakota model base. These include the following features: sixteen-inch styled steel wheels, sixteen-inch tires, vinyl-trimmed vinyl seats, manual windows and door locks, A/MF/M stereo with single-disc CD player (later, single disc CD/MP3 player) and additional audio input jack (on most models), four-speaker sound system, air conditioning and 3.7L "Power-Tech" V6 engine, which is the only machine available at ST model.
SLT serves as a "mid-level" Dakota model. It adds the following features to the base of the ST model: sixteen-inch stylish alloy wheels, a fabric seat surface, and power windows and door locks with keyless entry. SLT is available with any machine offer in Dakota. The Big Horn package (all states other than Texas), or Lonestar (Texas ONLY) is also available for the SLT model, which includes "value added" features, such as the SXT Package that adds a multicolored front grille, a colorful front and rear bumper, and a sporting seat cover.
The Laramie , otherwise known as SLT Laramie , is a top-line Dakota model. He added the following features to the "intermediate" SLT model: seventeen-inch chrome velg, seventeen-inch tires, six-disc A/MF/M stereo with six-disc, CD/MP3 dash converter and additional audio input jack ( on most models), unlimited Infinity (and Alpine) six-speaker audio system, trimmed heated leather seats, powered front seats, security system, 5-speed automatic transmission and 4.7 L power base -Tech "V8 engine, although high-output versions of the same machine are also available in Laramie or SLT Laramie .
Termination
Third-generation Dakota was discontinued in 2011, with the last unit coming from the assembly line on August 23, 2011, ending 25 years of truck travel. In 2011, according to Sergio Marchionne, Chrysler Group CEO, Dakota may not be replaced by the same vehicle, largely due to the decline in popularity of compact trucks in the North American market (see Ford Ranger for similar results). Another problem is that buyers complain that a smaller pickup is not priced lower than the full-size Ram 1500; However, the return of Dakota has been reported since 2012. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced in September 2014 an agreement with Mitsubishi Motors to generate next-generation Mitsubishi L200 codes for sale globally by both companies, but the FCA plan may have changed as they have announced new pickups based on Jeep Wrangler which starts with the 2017 model year. Jeep has delayed the release of Wrangler pickup until late 2019.
Sales
References
External links
- Dodge Dakota in Allpar
- Dakota USA Truck forums are all about Dodge Dakota
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