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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 | 23 | 21 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| COLORS | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 2 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | false | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | false | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes | true | true | false |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | false | false | true |
| traction control | false | false | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | false | false | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | false | false | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | false | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front and rear door pockets | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| power steering | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | true |
| tilt-adjustable steering wheel | true | true | true |
| 12V rear power outlet(s) | true | false | true |
| cargo area light | true | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | false | true |
| Air conditioning | true | false | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | false | true |
| Rear floor mats | true | false | true |
| Dual vanity mirrors | false | true | false |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | false | false | true |
| leather steering wheel | false | false | true |
| Fuel & MPG | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 | 23 | 21 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 19/24 mpg | 21/26 mpg | 18/24 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 285.0/360.0 mi. | 315.0/390.0 mi. | 270.0/360.0 mi. |
| Engine | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 5100 rpm | 150 hp @ 5100 rpm | 180 hp @ 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 165 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 165 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 210 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm |
| Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Measurements | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 21.6 cu.ft. | 21.6 cu.ft. | 21.6 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 3222 lbs. | 3070 lbs. | 3222 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.39 Cd. | 0.39 Cd. | 0.39 Cd. |
| EPA interior volume | 120.5 cu.ft. | 120.5 cu.ft. | 120.5 cu.ft. |
| Front track | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. |
| Ground clearance | 6.0 in. | 6.0 in. | 6.0 in. |
| Height | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. |
| Length | 168.9 in. | 168.9 in. | 168.9 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 62.7 cu.ft. | 62.7 cu.ft. | 62.7 cu.ft. |
| Maximum towing capacity | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |
| Rear track | 58.4 in. | 58.4 in. | 58.4 in. |
| wheelbase | 103.0 in. | 103.0 in. | 103.0 in. |
| Width | 67.1 in. | 67.1 in. | 67.1 in. |
| Turning circle | 36.7 ft. | 36.7 ft. | 37.9 ft. |
| Front Seats | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-way power driver seat | true | false | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| fold flat passenger seat | true | false | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | false | true |
| premium cloth | true | false | false |
| Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | false | true |
| front headroom | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. |
| front hiproom | 50.1 in. | 50.1 in. | 50.1 in. |
| front legroom | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 53.8 in. | 53.8 in. | 53.8 in. |
| cloth | false | true | false |
| multi-level heating driver seat | false | false | true |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | false | false | true |
| premium leather | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| rear ventilation ducts | true | true | true |
| rear headroom | 39.5 in. | 39.5 in. | 39.5 in. |
| rear hiproom | 46.7 in. | 46.7 in. | 46.7 in. |
| rear legroom | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Power Features | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | false | true |
| Instrumentation | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| compass | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacPherson strut front suspension | true | true | true |
| front independent suspension | true | true | true |
| torsion beam rear suspension | true | true | true |
| Stabilizer bar stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 total speakers | true | true | true |
| auxiliary audio input | true | false | true |
| mast antenna | true | true | true |
| satellite radio | true | false | true |
| AM/FM CD-controller stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Rust | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | false | false |
| inside mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 16 x 6.0-in. wheels | true | false | false |
| all-season tires | true | true | false |
| P205/55R16 89T tires | true | false | false |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| full wheel covers | false | true | false |
| steel wheels | false | true | false |
| 15 x 6.0-in. wheels | false | true | false |
| P195/65R15 89T tires | false | true | false |
| polished alloy wheels | false | false | true |
| 17 x 6.0-in. wheels | false | false | true |
| 205/50R17 89T tires | false | false | true |
| Performance tires | false | false | true |