2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Review
Fuel Economy
21 - 22 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
The PT Cruiser is a fun, stylish and practical rig, now even more so with the new Turbo model.
Pros
Handling and ride qualities, versatile and spacious cabin, unique styling, low sticker price.
Cons
Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers.
What's New for 2003
The PT Turbo debuts with a 215-horsepower engine that gives the unique and versatile Cruiser a much needed boost in performance.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
2003 PT Cruiser
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Overall disappointed with vehicle, gas mileage terrible for a 4 cylinder engine. Turns like a truck
Favorite Features
The look of the vehicle
Suggested Improvements
Improve turning radius, Improve gas mileage, Driving seat angled to high cutting off circulation at the knees on long drives. Put bigger back tires on it. Doesn't do well in winter conditions, electronics go hey wire when under icey conditions. Chop front windshield down a couple of inches
nice ..but complete junk
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
When I bought this car, it was my first car. I was very happy at the time I bought it. I bought it for 10,000 dollors and ended up putting another 7 on repairs. I only had this car for 6 months. 3 of which it was in the shop. It drives Nice, but it has to many problems. I need a new engine. The turbo leaked twice. The radiator leaked twice as well. The car overheated with coolet in the car!I am to poor to put that much money into a car .. So I traded it in for a 2208 Chevy silverado and gas isn't that much worse
Favorite Features
The looks.interior,sunroof,turbo
Suggested Improvements
Horrible!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
This car is so disappointing! I bought it used with 54k miles on it. The electrical system has always been wacky - dash indicator lights come on and off randomly and the fog lights wouldn't turn off, constantly draining the battery. I've had it in to fix various power steering problems EIGHT times!!! A/C broke twice. Back liftgate broke. DO NOT BUY THIS CAR!!! I've easily spent twice as much in repairs as I originally spent to buy the car.
Favorite Features
lots of cargo room
Suggested Improvements
improve electrical and all mechanical systems
Some Scarey Reviews
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
Hoo boy! Some (most?) of these reviews are real stinkers. Then again, most people who like their cars are out driving them and having fun, not sweating over a keyboard. I read the reviews and then went out and bought a 60k miles, fully optioned turbo/auto stick 2003 GT for $7,995. One owner, clean as a whistle and rides/handles/accelerates like a champ. I have driven it all of 40 miles and since buying it for my wife this afternoon. Will we still love it after another 4,000 miles? Will my good car Karma prevail? I'll write again, same time next year. Then again, maybe not -- if we're having fun.
Favorite Features
Looks, content, performance/ride/handling. Lots of room for the size.
Suggested Improvements
Some may come to light. Nothing's perfect. Accepting that, and the certainty of entropy, makes for a more relaxed frame of mind.
frustratrated
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
sqeeking brakes and a banging noise whenever i hit a road bump of any size. invested about 2000.00 in repairs and still the same.dealer mechanics cant find anything wrong.. anybody out there want to buy a cruser?
Favorite Features
I do like the retro body style and am satisfied with the interior and ride also am very impressed with the lack of power especially going up hill..
Suggested Improvements
lots; ever try to change the spark plugs yourself, have a nice day!
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