I have a 99 dodge dakota (with a V8 Magnum and automatic Transmission) and usually run between 12 and 16 miles to the gallon. I haven't had a truck long and I was wondering if this is fairly normal for this type of pickup. Also if anyone has any ideas of how to improve this mileage if it is possible I am very interested in your thoughts.

 

This is a V8 I'm assuming?

 

hey

sadly yes, there is little things you could do, like exhaust system, air intake, but the results won't be that great maybe one or two miles, or just a better average... the dakota likes its fuel, we have to face it....

 

My dakota weighs about as much, if not a little more, than my 86 Ram. They're heavy, have thirsty engines, and when you hit the gas it sucks fuel down quickly. I get 8-10 in the Ram, and 10-16 in my Dakota, both 360 autos, Dakota having OD.