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Used 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Consumer Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

SO FAR SO GOOD

WOODY DRIVER, 12/17/2003
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I HAVE A PATRIOT BLUE WOODY,LOOKS NICE,HANDLES WELL.I AM A LARGE MAN AND THE INTERIOR VERY COMFOTRABLE.LITTLE LITE ON PICKUP BUT TOP END IS GOOD

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Love my PT

D, 12/24/2005
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car. We have had ours for about 3 years and use it for family and business. Tons of room.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love My PT

emeraldeyedonyx, 02/26/2006
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I absolutely love my Pt cruiser. It is comfortable and stylish. I like the way it hugs the road. I have an anxiety of driving, but not in this car. I feel so safe. I have no regret about purchasing this car. I would do it again in a heartbeat.

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5 out of 5 stars

25000 miles and still the best

Ipierce, 04/11/2004
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm on my third year with this car, and it's the best I've ever owned. It's not only fun to drive, it's a great hauler for my dogs, their crates, etc. It's amazing to have a smaller car - which I like - with big- car room. (I know it's classified as a truck, but it sure doesn't ride truck- like!) Now, I'd keep this car forever if they hadn't come out with that incredible- looking convertible. Will I get one? We'll see.

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5 out of 5 stars

A Great Alternative to Any TRUCK

gmh, 04/16/2004
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Had only minor initial problems. Fixed at no cost and quickly during first year. Clutch fluid leak, was still able to carefully drive to shop. Engine control module fault which actually caused no problem driving just kept idiot light on until module was replaced. Otherwise very good handling and power with typical mileage around town at or better than 25 mpg and highway miles 29-32 depending on speed. Normally as i use this vehicle for work loaded down. I changed my original tires at 63000 miles no bare spots just needed a little better tread depth in snow otherwise could have easily gotten another 5000 on tread left if winter was gone.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love this car!

CruzLow, 03/20/2002
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have NO complaints with the Cruiser that warrant criticism. I have owned many cars and am now retired. My Cruiser is a delight to drive. Very nostalgic - a SPECIAL car amongst so many "cookie cutter" designs on the road with little or no individuality.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Make a Better Clutch

sandy, 11/25/2006
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my PT Cruiser the only thing I hate about it is the clutch it does not work well. Already been replaced once.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Good car for the money

fenjersey, 03/20/2002
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Solidly built vehicle with a well designed interior. With the 5 speed, this car has plenty of zip. Chrysler intended the Cruiser to have the 5 speed as it's primary transmission, as it fits with the styling. The auto is for those who want the look but just can't figure out how to drive a stick. It's a given that an automatic will have less power and lower gas mileage. That said, this car is a great deal if you get the base model with a few add ons (power locks, windows, CD).

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3 out of 5 stars

They suck

random person, 09/05/2017
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

These cars are known for major engine failures in many ways. they break randomly and to fix anything the whole engine has to come out. before buying ask yourself why. only redemption comes with good acceleration and an appealing interior.

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2 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
1 out of 5 stars
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