The Quad Cab is merely the newest Dakota model. It's as quiet and nearly as comfortable as a family sedan, but has considerably more carrying and towing ability. The second-generation Dakota borrows heavily from the Ram for its style. It improves both the Dakota's appearance and versatility. Its velour-covered front and rear contoured bench seats hold four people very comfortably, and can hold up to six.
Access is easy, too, because of the four full-sized doors.
Even though it's a fairly high 4x4, access is easy, and helped by grab handles for all positions. The instrument panel is more squarish than is currently popular, but all of the instruments and controls are placed for easy use and visibility. Options galore are available, and my test truck was equipped with nearly all, including power mirrors, windows, and doorlocks with remote entry, and good climate control and sound systems. The cargo bed is longer than that of other small four-door pickups. With the tailgate down, it's long enough to sleep in on camping trips, or hold bicycles easily.