Chrysler PT Cruiser Review
Published: 13th March 2004
Chrysler PT Cruiser Review
With the introduction
of the PT Cruiser Chrysler have created a distinctive vehicle that
defy's convention. It has captured the imagination of both the press
and the public and to date almost 14,000 PT Cruiser’s have been
sold in the UK.
The PT Cruiser evolved from the two-door Pronto Cruizer concept car to become a larger than life reality. Its distinctive looks are reminiscent of the American hot rod and ZZ Tops’ classic rock track ‘gimme all your lovin’ comes to mind whenever one passes by.
‘PT’ stands for personal transportation which is the perfect description for a such a versatile vehicle. However, with such an extrovert exterior it would be easy to overlook the Cruisers practical side and a 2.2 Common Rail Diesel model has now been introduced to satisfy the ever growing demand for diesel fuel economy combined with MPV practicality.
Chrysler PT Cruiser Review Road Test Data | |
| Model Reviewed | Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.2 CRD Limited |
| Body Type | MPV |
| Colour | Deep Cranberry |
| Performance ~ manufacturers figures | |
| 0 - 62 mph | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 114 mph |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Economy ~ manufacturers figures | |
| Urban | 31 mpg |
| Extra Urban | 50.4 mpg |
| Combined | 40.9 mpg |
| Insurance Group | 12 |
| Euro NCAP Rating | 3 |
| Warranty | 3-year/60,000 mile warranty 7-year/unlimited mileage anti-corrosion guarantee 3-year roadside emergency cover |
| Price when tested on the 13/03/04 | £ 17,200 |
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