Used 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$18,430

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	23 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	7.4 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,303 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	21/26 MPG
EPA combined MPG	23 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	315.0/390.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	15.0 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	2.4 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	150 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque	167 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity	1,000 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission	5-speed manual
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Front independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Torsion beam rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	168.9 in.
Overall width without mirrors	67.1 in.
Height	60.6 in.

Wheelbase	103.0 in.
Front track	58.0 in.
Rear track	58.0 in.
EPA interior volume	84.3 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	7.4 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	13.3 cu.ft.
Turning circle	37.9 ft.
Ground clearance	5.8 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.39 Cd.
Curb weight	3,303 lbs.
Maximum towing capacity	1,000 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Colors

Exterior Colors	Sunset Crystal Pearlcoat Surf Blue Pearlcoat Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat Deep Water Blue Pearlcoat Cool Vanilla Clearcoat Stone White Clearcoat Silver Steel Metallic Clearcoat Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat Melbourne Green Pearlcoat
Interior Colors	Pastel Pebble Beige, premium cloth Pastel Pebble Beige, premium leather Pastel Pebble Beige, cloth Pastel Slate Gray, premium cloth Pastel Slate Gray, premium leather Pastel Slate Gray, cloth

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.7 in.
Front leg room	40.6 in.
Front shoulder room	52.9 in.

Front hip room	49.6 in.
Premium cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
6-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	36.4 in.
Rear leg room	40.9 in.
Rear shoulder room	41.1 in.

Rear hip room	41.1 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard

Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear integrated headrests	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
66 watts stereo output	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard

Mast antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Standard
Power steering	Standard
12V rear power outlet(s)	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Manual rear seat easy entry	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
16 x 6.0 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P205/55R16 89H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	Unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Rust	5 yr./ 100,000 mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

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Used 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base - Specs & Features