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What’s the Dodge Dakota's top speed?

I’ve got an old Dodge Dakota with a V8, and I was just curious how fast it’s actually capable of going. What’s the Dodge Dakota's top speed?

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Sarah Gray · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The Dakota’s V8 was a lot more about towing and hauling capability than speed, so don’t get too excited! A
Dodge Dakota’s
top speed is only 117 mph.
Not too bad for a truck, but we wouldn’t head to any race tracks if we were you!
Here are some more specs on your Dakota:
  • 302 horsepower @ 5,650 rpm
  • 329 lb-ft of torque @ 3,950 rpm
  • 6,700-lb max towing capacity
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