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Chrysler PT Cruiser

General information

ModelChrysler PT Cruiser
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque151 Nm (15.4 kgf-m or 111.4 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke77.0 x 85.8 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles8.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0850 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4460 litres (1,178 gallons)
Cargo space521 litres (138 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1365 kg (3,009.3 pounds)
Overall length4290 mm (168.9 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity57.0 litres (15.06 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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