Drivers face a no-nonsense arrangement of controls and instruments that are easy to read and use. The same cannot be said for the optional power seat controls, which are tightly wedged between the side of the seat and the door. Vision in all directions is clear, and the large power outside mirrors provides superior rearward views. As for the standard visors, they would be more effective if they were a little longer. While the dashboard is fairly flat, instruments are interestingly placed and well shrouded from exterior sunlight.
Vents do a superior job of directing air.
Door map pockets are very large and serviceable. Cupholders in the front are conveniently placed below the counsel. The quality of interior materials is equal to that of most any competitor. The cabin's vinyl, plastic and fabric are a cut above those used in some Chrysler Corporation cars and the fit was very good. I thought that with its two additional doors, the Quad Cab Dakota basically became an SUV with a smallish pickup bed, along the lines of the new Ford Explorer Sport Trac.