2011 Chrysler Dakota Ext. Cab Short Bed 4WD towing capacity
The 2011 Chrysler Dakota Ext. Cab Short Bed 4WD is published in 5 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,900 to 7,050 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,050 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2011 Chrysler Dakota Ext. Cab Short Bed 4WD with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | — | — | — | 3,950 | — | — | — |
| 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | — | — | — | 3,900 | — | — | — |
| 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | — | — | — | 4,750 | — | — | — |
| 4.7L V-8 | 4.7L V-8 | — | — | — | 5,850 | — | — | — |
| 4.7L V-8 | 4.7L V-8 | — | — | — | 7,050 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
Other 2011 Chrysler models
The rest of Chrysler's 2011 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2011 Chrysler Durango | 7,400 |
| 2011 Chrysler Dakota Ext. Cab Short Bed 2WD | 7,250 |
| 2011 Chrysler Dakota Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD | 7,000 |
| 2011 Chrysler Dakota Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD | 6,800 |
| 2011 Chrysler Grand Caravan | 3,800 |
| 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 3,600 |
Notes
- Manual transmission
- Automatic transmission, four speed
- Automatic transmission, four speed
- Automatic transmission, five speed
- Automatic transmission, five speed
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.