The toyota hybrids are proven reliable. Our 2012 prius has been bulletproof, and still runs like new with well over 100k miles. Idk, about the Dakota...I wouldn't buy a 1st, or 2nd year one.
I don't think too many other manufacturers have more experience with hybrids than Toyota. I mean they have been building and selling them since the 90s. I would put more trust in a Toyota than anything from Stallantis/Fiat/Chrysler/Dodge/Ram.