2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser

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Rating8.0
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$18,275
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Smooth ride quality

Poor acceleration

Dropped 2 trims from the previous line-up

Responsive steering

Fuel economy is not the best

Feature loaded interior

Concerning safety scores

Specs & Features

$18,275

price

150 hp @ 5100 rpm

horsepower

165 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

2.4L 4cyl 4A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon makes for an excellent contender in the compact wagon segment. With a single trim on offer, the Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon has a base MSRP of $18,275, competing directly with the Honda CR-V, the Toyota RAV4, and the Subaru Forester. Only a 2.4L inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 4-speed automatic. Together, they produce 150 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 9.7 seconds, the Chrysler PT Cruiser maintains a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. Chrysler offers the PT Cruiser in 7 stunning colors, with the deep water blue pearl coat being a particular favorite of ours. Currently, with around 1,323 units available for sale, this is a perfect time to browse for a 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon.

Buying Advice

We would not really suggest buying the Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon as it has very few points going in favor of it, like the feel-good cabin or smooth ride quality. Apart from that it does not score well on safety, acceleration or design. The affordability is a positive factor here but it would best to check out the rivals first.

Trims

    Base
    $18,275 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 4A
    • Horsepower: 150 hp @ 5100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 165 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: TBD sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    Classic
    $18,275 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 150 hp @ 5100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 165 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 121 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$18,275

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8

Horsepower

150 hp @ 5100 rpm

Torque

165 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$18,720- $26,255

Gasoline

7.39

155 hp @ 6100 rpm

150 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$13,990- $20,440

Gasoline

8.09

122 hp @ 5200 rpm

127 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$15,850- $19,270

Gasoline

7.71

158 hp @ 6000 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2010 Scion XB

    Ranked #1

    8.4 sec16.4 sec-
    9.1 sec17.0 sec-
    9.6 sec16.2 sec122 mph

    2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg15 gal.-
      25 mpg29 mpg26 mpg13.2 gal.330/396 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16 gal.352/512 mi.
      2010 Scion XB

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14 gal.308/392 mi.

      2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        168.9 in.67.1 in.63 in.5.5 in.103 in.

        2010 Audi A4 Allroad

        Ranked #1

        185.2 in.71.9 in.56.5 in.4.2 in.110.6 in.

        2010 Saab 9-3 Sportcombi

        Ranked #2

        183.9 in.70.9 in.58.9 in.5.9 in.105.3 in.

        2010 Volvo V50

        Ranked #3

        178 in.69.7 in.57.4 in.-103.9 in.
        176.2 in.69.1 in.63.1 in.6.3 in.103.5 in.
        2010 Scion XB

        Ranked #6

        167.3 in.69.3 in.64.7 in.5.1 in.102.4 in.

        2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          -98.9 cu.ft.62.7 cu.ft.
          25.2 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.63.1 cu.ft.
          11.4 cu.ft.97.7 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
          2010 Scion XB

          Ranked #4

          21.7 cu.ft.100.8 cu.ft.-

          2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            64.5 cu.ft.-62.7 cu.ft.
            62.4 cu.ft.25.2 cu.ft.63.1 cu.ft.
            2010 Scion XB

            Ranked #3

            -21.7 cu.ft.-
            58.1 cu.ft.11.4 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.

            2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3222 lbs. -
              1000 lbs.900 lbs.3013 lbs.
              2010 Scion XB

              Ranked #2

              --3020 lbs.
              -860 lbs.2768 lbs.

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