2000-2010 PT Cruiser OverviewChrysler PT Cruiser Overview (2000 - 2010)
2000 - 2010
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 124 mph
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- 7.5 - 12.1 seconds
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- 113 - 220 hp
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- 23.5 - 35.1 mpg
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- 3,142 - 3,538 lbs
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- 7.4 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 18.4 - 75.9 ft3 (Hatchback)
The Chrysler PT Cruiser was produced by the American manufacturer Chrysler between 2000 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 113 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine to a 220 hp 2.4 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have solid axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the PT Cruiser is the Chrysler PT Cruiser Cabrio GT 2.4 Turbo which scores 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 220 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.83 lb/hp it has a top speed of 124 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.2 CRD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 529 miles and can store 18.4-75.9 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,205 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
