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Compare 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser specifications by trim levels

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PT Cruiser is a 4-seat Hatchback from Chrysler, which first hit the market back in 2001.

With the price tag ranging from $15,970 to $23,515, the Chrysler PT Cruiser faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

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The Chrysler PT Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Chrysler PT Cruiser boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 26 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 67.10mm x 168.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

  • Fuel Tank: 15 gal

  • Wheelbase: 103 in

  • MPG: 21 city/26 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9.5 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3147 lbs

  • Tires: P195/65TR15.0 BSW touring AS

  • Cargo: 21.6 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 4 - 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 168.9 x 67.1 x 60.6



2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Chrysler PT Cruiser is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Chrysler PT Cruiser safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Chrysler PT Cruiser specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 150 hp @ 5100 –
      180 hp @ 5200

    • Torque 165 lb-ft. –
      210 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.3 - 9.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.5 - 17.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 168.9 in

    • Width 67.1 in

    • Height 63 in

    • Wheelbase 103 in

    • Curb Weight 3147 lbs

    • GVWR 4225 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.3 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 99

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 15 gal

    • City 18 - 21 mpg

    • Combined 21 - 24 mpg

    • Highway 24 - 26 mpg

    • Highway range 360 - 390 mi



Specifications

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Exterior length
168.90 in 168.90 in 168.90 in 168.90 in
Exterior body width
67.10 in 67.10 in 67.10 in 67.10 in
Exterior height
63.00 in 60.60 in 63.00 in 63.00 in
Horsepower
150 150 150 180
Torque
165 165 165 210
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 21 mpg 19 mpg 18 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
26 mpg 26 mpg 24 mpg 24 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.50 seconds 9.80 seconds 9.70 seconds 8.30 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.00 seconds 17.20 seconds 17.50 seconds 16.50 seconds
1/4 mile speed
80 mph 80 mph 78 mph 83 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 61 mph 61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.44/3.98 " 3.44/3.98 " 3.44/3.98 " 3.44/3.98 "
Curb weight
3147.00 lbs 3303.00 lbs 3165.00 lbs 3263.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4225.00 lbs 4225.00 lbs 4225.00 lbs –
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.00 in 103.00 in 103.00 in 103.00 in
Front track
58.30 " 58.10 " 58.30 " 58.30 "
Rear track
58.20 " 58.20 " 58.20 " 58.20 "
Turning radius
18.30 19.00 18.30 19.00
Front legroom
40.60 in 40.60 in 40.60 in 40.60 in
Rear legroom
40.90 in 40.90 in 40.90 in 40.90 in
Front headroom
39.20 in 38.70 in 39.20 in 39.20 in
Rear headroom
39.50 in 36.40 in 39.50 in 39.50 in
Front hip room
50.10 in 49.60 in 50.10 in 50.10 in
Rear hip room
46.70 in 41.10 in 46.70 in 46.70 in
Front shoulder room
53.80 in 52.90 in 53.80 in 53.80 in
Rear shoulder room
53.60 in 42.00 in 53.60 in 53.60 in
Luggage volume
21.60 cu.ft. 7.40 cu.ft. 21.60 cu.ft. 21.60 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
62.70 cu.ft. 13.30 cu.ft. 62.70 cu.ft. 62.70 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
99 cu.ft. 84 cu.ft. 99 cu.ft. 99 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
15.00 gal. 15.00 gal. 15.00 gal. 15.00 gal.
Payload
865 lbs. 865 lbs. 865 lbs. –
Drag coefficient
0.39 0.39 0.39 0.39

Interior Features

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
12V DC power outlet
1 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1 1
Remote trunk release
2955 – – –

Exterior Features

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Door count
4 doors 2 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass –
Front tires
P195/65TR15.0 BSW touring AS P205/55TR16.0 BSW touring AS P205/55TR16.0 BSW touring AS P205/50TR17.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
15" black steel 16" silver alloy 16" silver aluminum 17" polished aluminum
Mud flaps
3804 3804 – –
Convertible top
4089 – – –
Convertible roof glass rear window
4091 – – –

Seats

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Standard seating
5 4 5 5

Entertainment System

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Speakers
4 6 4 4
Amplifier
368W premium 368W 368W premium 368W premium

Safety and Security Features

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Door curb lights
2 – – –

Mechanical Features

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Axle ratio
3.94 3.94 3.91 3.91

Other Specs

LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Touring 2dr Convertible

Touring 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.