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Used 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Consumer Reviews

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Looks were deceiving.... VERY disappointed

l8dybg79, 08/04/2011
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

PLEASE reconsider if you are wanting to buy a PT. I bought my '06 used, but only 11 months old & very few miles. I have had a lot of AC problems, heater core, wheels, brakes, and tire problems. AND the back door lock doesn't work (gets stuck locked) until you manually unlock it... a pain when you have kids. It handled well on snow/ice. But that about the only positive thing I can think about it. The biggest complaint I have is the 18-19 mpg! And thats driving 20 miles highway to & from work every day! WHAT A GAS HOG!!!! NOT WHAT THEY SAY IT GETS. And.. I keep up with the maintenance... oil changes, etc. I would definitely reconsider buying a PT Loser!

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Please - where did you all get your PT?

Jo, 10/08/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

I have had nothing but disappointment with my PT. Yes, it is cute and sporty, but the last 4 tanks of gas have gotten me 17.4, 17.3 16.4 and 16.4 miles to the gallon! I have called, had the car looked at with Chrysler giving me excuses about the engine is new, it needs to be broken in, you are not driving it right, you have to change how you drive...It is a 4-cyl car, I repeat 4-cyl car, and should be getting better mileage. I drive 50% city and 50 % highway. My parents 8 cyl Jaguar getting better mileage... The car is simply average but sells on emotion, sentimentality and looks. My only regret is that I may be waiting 1 year to trade it in for a better performing and economical car.

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5 out of 5 stars

wow!!!!! are pt is a Great ride.

jerry185, 08/16/2012
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful

We love are 2006 pt Cruser MPG in town We get 27 and on the open road we get 33. if you want better MPG. DON'T RUN gas with ethinal. We only got 22 in town and 26 out of town.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Family pet

Anonymous, 12/06/2010
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

We bought this car new. 180 hp turbo has get up and go. Amazingly comfortable, expecially considering exterior dimensions. Seats front and rear are comfortable. Lots of room. Easy to see out of. Ride is smooth. We take it on trips in preference to our 2005 Volvo V70 2.5T. Very reliable. Only one repair: windshield washer nozzle replaced. Dealer says front brakes look like they haven't been used. We love our Cruiser.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

My PT Cruiser

Bob, 12/02/2006
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

This is my everyday drive to work car. Mine is the five-speed stick wagon. The edmunds review does not do the standard engine justice when paired with the manual trans. It has more torque and off-the-line power than the '95 Neon I used to drive. This is a nice car to drive in most any traffic with the hydraulic clutch and a nice shifter feel. This is no hot-rod by any means but it is a nice, useful flexible car.

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