2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Consumer Reviews
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Burst baloon
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This is a fun vehicle to own and drive. I love it. The downside is Chrysler has changed parts company that have me replacing my control arm bushing because they split after 22 thousand Km. putting me outside the warrant period.
Favorite Features
I love the design as it stands out from all other vehicles
Suggested Improvements
The turning radius is limited and could be improved
2001 PT Cruiser
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
After 107,000 miles I still am very fond of this car. Like the cargo capability. Have had many approving comments from total strangers on the car and the color. (Aqua Marine) Will willing cruise at 80mph all day if you ask that of it. With the Touring Suspension it corners very nicely. Great little car. Wish Chrysler would freshen the styling a little.
Favorite Features
Head room (no moon roof), cargo space, looks, comfort, fit and finish.
Suggested Improvements
Reduce power steering effort a little bit. Chrysler, listen up! Give this car a diesel for the States!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Practical and reliable around-towner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've had great experience with this car, now nearing its end. The car has always run well and trouble-free, except for a cat converter replacement at about 110,000 miles. It drives well for a tall car, and with a stick shift it is fast enough. Loads of room to haul stuff. (I can get a couple of mopeds in the back.) I think it has been much underrated for practicality and utility. People think only of style when they think PT's, but that is hardly the whole story.
Favorite Features
Heated mirrors, traction control, good ride.
Suggested Improvements
Ain't gonna happen.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Happy owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have owned my PT Cruiser for over 5 years, which is the longest I have ever owned a car. I can't find anything on the market that I like any better. I have spent less than $1,000 in repairs over 5 years and it is going strong. I'm sure when I buy a new car one of my kids will be driving it for another 10 years.
Favorite Features
The versatility. I particularly like that the front seat folds down. I used this a lot to haul ladders to Christmas trees. Rav4 and others don't have this.
Suggested Improvements
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Good car for 3 years only
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I was driving PT cruiser since they first appeared in 2001. I loved this car. Utility, fun to drive, look, everything is good. Except reliability. After 3 year and 15,000 miles I replaced rack and pinion. At 30,000 replaced computer, engine harness and other details. If you want this car, you must buy extended warranty, or better yet, keep it for only 3 years. I paid too much for not having extended warranty and Chrysler corp does not care. Finally got rid of it and no more Chryslers for me. Only imports.
Favorite Features
Design, fun to drive, utility
Suggested Improvements
Quality, quality, quality. Car should not give problems at 30,000 miles and 6 years. That's riduculous
Big Mistake
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Because the seats sit higher, you are able to enjoy an overall better view of the road. However, I wouldn't recommend anyone to purchase a PT Cruiser. The workmanship on the car is poor. The parts are of poor quality and break quickly. The price to fix the vehicle is outrageous due to its design. It is a completely unreliable car. I have owned the car for 3 years. It has brokendown and needed towed 4 times. Each time I was told that the part with the problem 'wears quickly' and 'it is not unusual to have it replaced'.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
The workmanship and quality of the parts in this car need to be seriously examined and redesigned.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
PT Cruiser - Excellent To Own
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Our PT Cruiser was purchased new in 2002 and has been a blast to own as a daily driver. My parents even bought a PT Turbo. The design and build quality are first rate. People still stop me today and complement how attractive it is. The interior has loads of room and due to the multi-configurations of the seating can haul larger loads than expected. It is a mini, fuel efficient, SUV. The back seat height makes it comfortable for rear passengers to the extent that it is the preferred lunch transport for colleagues - and they are driving BMW 5 Series. I would recommend it to anyone seeking a well built, stylish, fun to drive alternative to the boring econoboxes (Civic, Scion, VW).
Favorite Features
The design of the vehicle stands out from the crowd. Its look masks the fact that it is a practical hauler and people mover. The interior dash layout is fresh and all controls are easy to operate when in motion. The leather/ suede seating resists wear marks and is comfortable on long drives.
Suggested Improvements
The biggest minor quirk was fixed by Chrysler, adding an armrest to the passenger's seat. Other than that, I would change nothing.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've put 85,000 miles on this vehicle and it still drives well. It's been serviced for brake shoes, new tires, and the driver's side power window. I had to replace the radio at about 50,000. That's all. Not bad. Feels bigger than it is. Cruises well on the freeway at 80 mph. Still feels solid. Handles well for a FWD car. The build quality is more like a Honda than a US maker. Still no rattles.
Favorite Features
The front seats with the suede leather at the front is a godsend if you live someplace hot (like Houston). You can sit down wearing shorts without getting the underside of your thighs burnt off. The fold-down pop-out seats are handy when you need to haul something large.
Suggested Improvements
I'd buy a turbo next time, which wasn't available at the time I bought this one, but I like to drive fast. Most folks would think this one is plenty spunky.
7 out 8 people found this review helpful
Class Act
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Reliable, fun, safe, it's mechanically reliable until the 1st timing belt change,at 128k miles, and then the upgraded belt was installed, the door locks malfunction. Otherwise, the car is the best I've had since my driving experience. I started driving in 1971 and have owned many a Dodge,Ford,& Chevy, and one foreign, Suzuki. Especially, in the snow. It handles better than most SUV's of todays times,and most 4 X 4's. I'm looking forward to my next PT, in a year or so, a 5 or 6 speed, 250hp. My finances will hopefully get better and I won't have to finance, this is whats holding me back. Economically the best overall drive I've ever experienced. I'm sold.
Favorite Features
3 speed automatic, auto window location,easy access instruments for driver.Handling,and economic,cost efficient,with todays high gas prices at 87 octane, choice of 2 tire sizes,
Suggested Improvements
none that I can think of, just one... an arm rest for the passenger front seat. Maybe 2,when all the windows are open fully, the wind draft shakes the car,and cannot hear well.
great idea
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I think the PT cruiser is very ergonomically designed. It's very comfortable, easy to get around town in and great for picking up groceries, etc. We have had problems with its constant hesitation, but hope to get problem taken care of next week.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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