Your membership has expired

The payment for your account couldn't be processed or you've canceled your account with us.

Re-activate

Chrysler PT Cruiser

EPA MPG: 22 mpg

Road Test

The PT Cruiser's interior versatility and ease of access make it a practical choice. With the midlevel turbocharged engine, our test vehicle achieved very competitive acceleration. However, its steering felt slow, and while handling was secure it was not agile. Some controls improved over previous versions, but restricted outward visibility, a wide turning circle, and limited rear cargo space remained problems. Side airbags became standard with this model. The turbo engine and convertible were dropped for 2010.

2008 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

This Car
vs. Similar Cars

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Chrysler vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Chrysler vs. Other New Car Brands

2008 Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

Features & Specs
Body Style
    wagon
    convertible
Seating
2 front, 3 rear
Drive Wheels
Front
Engines Available
  • 2.4-liter 4 turbo (180 hp)
  • 2.4-liter 4 (150 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 5-speed manual
  • 4-speed automatic
Cargo Volume
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

Read more about extended warranties