On this page, you will find the general dimensions of the Dodge Dakota Base generation 2 (1997-to ), including cargo box dimensions. This page won't display all dimensions. If you are looking for the exact dimensions of a specific cab style, please select one below. First, let's make sure we have the right truck in front of you:

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Dimensions in tables

Dakota truck bed dimensions

Bodystyle	Club Cab Short Bed (6.5')	Regular Cab Short Bed (6.5')	Regular Cab Long Bed (8')
Volume (cu. ft.)	47.1	47.1	58.1
Length at floor	77.9	77.9	95.6
Inside height	17.5	17.5	17.5
Width at wheelhouse	45.1	45.1	45.1
Maximum width at floor	59.3	59.3	59.3

Wheelbase of the Dakota:

Bodystyle	Length (inch)
Club Cab - Short Bed (6.5')	131
Regular Cab - Short Bed (6.5')	112
Regular Cab - Long Bed (8')	123.9

This model comes in 2 body styles

There are 2 bodystyles for this Dakota Base in our database. For exact dimensions, please click on one below:

• Club Cab
• Regular Cab

Most truck models come in different body styles. The Dakota 2 comes in 2 body styles. Typically the dimensions of different bodystyles differ slightly. The dimensions will greatly overlap, so this page will be helpful to get a general sense of sizing. You can click through to more detailed dimension pages per cab style.

Body styles generally have different cab styles, with the most common ones being the regular cab (two-door), extended cab (more space behind seats), and crew cab (four-door). Manufacturers also offer different trim types, although these will generally not affect dimensions so we don't always list them here.

Dodge Dakota Club Cab

Check the dimensions of the Club Cab

Dodge Dakota Regular Cab

Check the dimensions of the Regular Cab