Introduction

The 2008 PT Cruiser is manufactured in MEXICO for Chrysler. It is Chrysler's entry into the WAGON 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $15,015 USD in 2008.

PT Cruiser Dimensions

In 2008 the PT Cruiser has an overall length of 168.90 inches and a width of 67.10 inches. It sits a total of 63.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 6.00 inches. Front headroom is 39.20 inches.

The Ind front suspension gives the PT Cruiser a turning radius of 36.70 inches. It uses 195/65R15 tires with a wheelbase of 103.00 inches.

Drivetrain

The PT Cruiser comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3152 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.

Fuel Economy

The 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V engine is rated at 19 - 21 miles/gallon city and 24 - 26 miles/gallon highway off a 15.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.

Pricing

The PT Cruiser retails for $15,015 USD with a invoice price of $14,164 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $640 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.

Specs & Equipment

Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Front Side Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Traction Control, CD Changer, Navigation Aid, Subwoofer.

Exterior color choices include Bright Silver Metallic, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl, Cool Vanilla, Inferno Red Crystal Pearl, Silver Steel Metallic, Stone White, Sunset Crystal Pearl, Surf Blue Pearl with interior choices of Pastel Pebble Beige Cloth Interior, Pastel Slate Gray Cloth Interior. The PT Cruiser seats 5 people with 40.60 inches front leg room.

Standard Warranty

The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a Unlimited month/Unlimited mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.

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