2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Review

Name: 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Review
Brand: Chrysler
Price: 849 USD
Rating: 4.7 (212 reviews)

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon

2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon Shown

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo 4dr Wagon

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Dream Cruiser 3 4dr Wagon

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Pros

Distinctive styling inside and out, spacious cabin with multiconfigurable rear seats, smooth ride, spirited acceleration on turbo models, reasonable pricing.

Cons

Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers, unimpressive fuel economy.

What’s new

For 2004, a PT Dream Cruiser Series 3 "True Blue" model is available in limited production. Also, a 180-horsepower turbocharged engine will be available on the Limited and Touring Edition models. Additionally, a Chrome Accent Group is available for the Limited that includes various exterior accents (including a chrome fuel door), as well as metallic-finish pedals and shift knob.

Edmunds says

A practical wagon with some Hollywood style, the PT Cruiser can also be fun to drive, especially in turbo form.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$205/mo

$183/mo

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Vehicle overview

After Chrysler received a tremendous response from the chop-top PT that was originally shown at the 2001 New York International Auto Show, it decided to go ahead and slate it for production. Major changes from the current model include the switch to a two-door body style, a roll hoop over the top and fold-down rear seats that give access to the cargo area.

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nightfrog65, 04/09/2013

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Wife owns one of these, so I get a chance to drive occasionally. Not overly impressed with this car, but don't hate it. Acceleration is average, but the engine seems under-powered for the weight of the vehicle. The turbo version is better. Wife's car is auto-perhaps the 5 speed is better suited for the engine. Working on vehicle is difficult for many tasks given that engine is tightly …

Bigs good, littles--not as much

OverlordR, 09/01/2010

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)

I bought my PT GT used with about 37k miles. After the dealer performed a realignment the handling became quite good. I have been in a few low-speed front impact accidents, and the car has protected me quite well and been repairable. In a region of weather extremes (-20 to 105 degrees), I have never once been unable to start my car, outside of my effort to stretch more time out of my …

Enjoyable ride

turbocruiser, 04/24/2005

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition Platinum Series 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)

I've always driven larger vehicles and after looking at several PT's I decided on a Platinum series. I was suprised by the pep the turbo adds and the 'roomy' interior. I've driven the car about three months/2000 miles now. People constantly look and ask qestions. The car handles well. The headlights are bright, unlike our Caravan. The local gas mileage is at 18. Highway, well I've …

A FUN-TO-DRIVE, VERSATILE CAR

citygal57, 10/29/2013

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)

I purchased my 2004 PT Cruiser GT a year ago after an auto accident had totaled my 2001 Ford Escort (no great loss). I had driven one previously as a rental in Florida and fell in love with it. When I bought it a year ago, it was fully loaded, all chrome, leather interior, great sound system, automatic seats, sun roof, spoiler, etc. It was a one owner vehicle and had around 55,000 miles …

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2004 PT Cruiser Highlights

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$17,490
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$205/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	19 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the PT Cruiser include:

Alarm

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}