Used and remanufactured engines that fit the 1996 Dodge Dakota. Each unit below is matched to this vehicle, warranty-backed, and shipped with freight quoted at checkout from EP Engines.
Rule of thumb: a engine replacement is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under 50% of what the 1996 Dodge Dakota is worth — most units below beat that comfortably.
Based on 9 recent market listings, an engine for a 1996 Dodge Dakota typically runs $2,446–$4,600, with a median around $2,675.
As a general rule of thumb, an engine replacement on a 1996 Dodge Dakota (mid-size sedan segment, vehicle value roughly $2,500–$3,000) is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under about $1,250 — roughly 50% of what the vehicle is worth.
Based on vendor-verified fitment data across 34 listed engines, remanufactured and new engines for this model cover the 1987–2011 model years. Always confirm your exact VIN or engine/transmission code before ordering, since fitment can vary by submodel or engine.
