2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Review
Price Estimate: $827 - $1,378





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
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
The PT Turbo debuts with a 215-horsepower engine that gives the unique and versatile Cruiser a much needed boost in performance.
Edmunds says
The PT Cruiser is a fun, stylish and practical rig, now even more so with the new Turbo model.
For sale near Glen Burnie, MD
28 listings
- 81,315 miles
- 2 accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 19 City / 26 Hwy MPG
- M2 Auto Group (146 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in East Brunswick, NJ
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C8FY68B83T525664
Stock: 525664
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-13-2024- 100,000 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Choice Motor Car (261 mi away)
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Plainville, CT
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C8FY78G83T599801
Stock: 599801
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-23-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Maryland
$179/mo for PT Cruiser Base
PT Cruiser Base
vs
$167/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Reviews
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4.88 out of 5 starsCurt Brennan, 04/03/2015
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
We bought ours from the original owners in 2005 with only 17,000 miles. We've now owned it 10 years (this May) and it has given us absolutely NO PROBLEMS OF ANY KIND, EVER!! So far, I've purchased one set of tires and one battery (last fall) and that's it!! We like it so much that I just bought a 2005 "GT Convertible" with HO Turbo and only 47,000 miles. We dressed up our current PT and … are going "all out" on this one too. This convert is for Summer time driving and weekend cruising. I've owned Mopars since 1971 (1966 Charger) and I've had good luck with them all! ;-)
13 yrs and going Great car
5 out of 5 starsBill, 10/03/2016
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
I bought the GT turbo in 2003 in California. Its electric blue and has great pick up, speed and I love all the interior space. Strange though it is an automatic and has the auto stick. It must be a more rare version. I drove it home to NYC 3 yrs later and have driven it since then to October 2016. We do love it but Im taking over babysitting for grandchildren and wish to purchase a … new car to replace it. Its a shame as I only have 29k miles on it. It has done its job and would recommend the car to anyone. Wish they still made them.
Fun car or worst piece of crap!!!
3.25 out of 5 starswewing, 01/27/2012
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
I bought my PT Cruiser used.
It is a 2003 and I bought it in 2005.
I have replaced the waterpump (inline), the power steering,I have had work done on the struts,front bearings, I have had electrical problems and replaced the battery, and it eats oil at a rate higher than I would like.
I have spenr over $3500 dollars on repairs and it had 30,000 miles on it when I bought it and I have … just less than 70,000 on it now.
There is a small leak somwhere in the cooling system either coming from the water pump$700, the head gasket $1000 or the engine block $2000.
I am a little unhappy with the reliability of this car.
It was great for a long time. but now. . . ?
3.88 out of 5 starshotwifey, 03/30/2011
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
I purchased this car when it was 1 year old in 2004.
I loved the design and still do.
This car really had no issues until the past 1.5-2 years.
I was so happy with it, I thought I will just keep driving it as long as I can.
Recently, at 94,000 miles- I have had one problem after another.
It is a bummer because this car was great for me for many years, but now it is a hassel.
I'm looking … to sell mine now, but not sure what type of person can afford the repairs.
:(
The interior and exterior looks new, but under the hood is another story.
2003 PT Cruiser Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $17,130 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $179/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 19 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
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 RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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