The all-new Dodge Dakota jump-started the mid-size pickup scene last year and continues to stand alone as the largest, strongest and most capable mid-size pickup truck on the market. With best-in-class torque and towing, the 2006 Dodge Dakota delivers full-size pickup styling and power with the only V-8 in its class. Make that two V-8s.

All-new from the ground up in 2005, the Dodge Dakota expands its 2006 lineup with four new high-performance models: Dodge Dakota TRX and TRX4 Off-Road, Dodge Dakota R/T and Dodge Dakota Night Runner. The four different factory-developed models combine Dodge Dakota's class-leading capability with an array of features-from added off-road hardware to street-tuned body styles-that take the Dodge Dakota to the next level in the high-performance truck market.

"With bold styling and a variety of versatile body and powertrain options, the 2006 Dodge Dakota is the leader in the mid-size pickup segment with several best-in-class claims and an array of unique model offerings," said Darryl Jackson, Vice President-Dodge Marketing, Chrysler Group. "The new TRX, TRX4 Off-Road, R/T and Night Runner models effectively expand the Dodge Dakota lineup to further meet a variety of customers' needs. Once again, the Dodge Dakota defines the mid-size pickup segment."

The 2006 Dodge Dakota also features a new optional sun roof, available on the Quad Cab™, Club Cab®  Full-Swing rear doors that open nearly 180 degrees, and a new variable line pressure four-speed automatic transmission that improves fuel economy in the 3.7-liter V-6 engine. In addition, an array of new stereo options for 2006 are available, such as an audio auxiliary jack that enables playback of personal audio devices, a powerful 508-watt SoundBox, and a six-speaker Alpine sound system with six-disc CD player.