2011 Dodge Dakota towing capacity
The 2011 Dodge Dakota is published in 8 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 4,450 to 5,850 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (5,850 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.55 | 4,650 | — | 4,211 | 1,799 |
| Bighorn/Lonestar 4x2 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,900 | — | 4,226 | 1,784 |
| ST 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.55 | 5,850 | — | 4,393 | 1,617 |
| Bighorn/Lonestar 4x4 Extended Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,750 | — | 4,407 | 1,603 |
| Bighorn/Lonestar 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,800 | — | 4,365 | 1,645 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,750 | — | 4,418 | 1,592 |
| Bighorn/Lonestar 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,600 | — | 4,544 | 1,466 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 131.3 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.92 | 4,450 | — | 4,681 | 1,329 |
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.
How this year compares to 2010
The 2010 Dodge Dakota carried a maximum tow rating of 6,700 lb. The 2011 model is rated 850 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2010 Dodge Dakota page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2011 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2011 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 2WD | 19,950 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab Long Bed DRW 2WD | 17,600 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab Long Bed DRW 4WD | 17,300 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Short Bed SRW 2WD | 17,100 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Long Bed DRW 2WD | 17,050 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Long Bed SRW 2WD | 17,000 |
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.