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4.5 out of 5 stars

Even better than 2003

nick, 03/02/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Had a 2003 pt and had exceelent experience no problems. Leased a 2006 and this one is even better quieter and even more solid than 03 Only drawback is still gas milaege poor for a 4 cylinder. around 18 to 20 mpg mixed driving. Would still recommend car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

love the car

KellixPT, 03/08/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love the car, has been great, knock on wood. It's stylish fun to drive, and very roomy. I used it to haul an oven the other day.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Feet of clay

rickevans033050, 05/25/2010
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I rented one of these doofuses for a trip to the Grand Canyon because Enterprise didn't hold the Kia Rio I reserved. Talk about clumsy and underpowered. It could barely hold 50 mph flooring the pedal to the metal climbing the hills between Phoenix and Flagstaff. It's a 6000' climb with some fairly steep grades. But we were being blown by Aveos, Corollas, Sentras and Neons. It's fuel economy averaged about 21. In handling my Corolla CE could run circles around it. I don't get those who think it's "fun to drive" Interior is comfy and many like this retro wannabe but frankly the styling is dowdy.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

WOW

Ric W, 03/19/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have discovered that the need for "TURBO" is no need at all. The 5 speed has just as much pickup, and is much more affordable.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun Car; Some Problems

Dave, 03/31/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought this car for my wife and she loves it. Only problem is that we've lost all dash lights and instruments, door locks, etc. on two separate occasions. First time dealer replaced a computer module. Second time it was reset. Keeping our fingers crossed it won't happen again. Current mileage 4500.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Good enough

RIMIKE, 12/29/2008
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Gas mileage is great with an aftermarket air filter-26 to as much as 30 MPG. Seat material is prone to staining. After 30,000 miles steering has a slight shimmy at 20 to 30 mph. I liked my 2001 plain jane with 4 wheel disc brakes much better.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Get the extended warranty!

GOGOTHECAT, 06/02/2010
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great looking with maintenance issues. Power steering hoses, AC freon leak, premature brake pad wear. Other than that, How was the play Mrs. Lincoln? Sporty fun has come with a price.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Red Wagon

BudO, 03/31/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I'm 6'2", 240 lbs. and find the PT to be comfortable to drive except for the wings on the front seats, they dig into my thighs. The power/torque in this engine is more (automatic transmission) than adequate. I have read that others are experiencing poor mpg. I drove our new PT to Denver from our home in the mountains last week that included cross town driving for a total of 200 miles. I held it to 55/65 mph because it had 145 miles on the engine. I was very surprised to achieve 33.6 mpg.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Cruiser Review

Dutch, 03/22/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I drive 200 to 350 miles per day in the car. The car is comfortable, quiet, and has lots of room. I've had the car since the end of February and now have almost 4000 miles driven, March.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

i love this car

chris strunk, 04/30/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

one thing i have found is that you love this car or hate this car. i have always loved the looks of it. i finally bought one 2006 touring and realy have enjoyed it.

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