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 One-Year Test Verdict: 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
| 2001 chrysler pt cruiser | | powertrain/chassis | | drivetrain layout | front engine, fwd | | engine type | i-4, dohc, 4 valves/cyl, iron block, alum head | | displacement, ci/cc | 148.2/2429 | | hp @ rpm | 150 @ 5500 | | torque @ rpm | 162 @ 4000 | | transmission | 5-speed manual (4-speed auto opt) | | suspension, front; rear | macpherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar; beam axle,trailing link, watts linkage coil springs, anti-roll bar | | brakes, front; rear | 10.9-in vented disc; 8.7-in solid disc, abs | | wheels | 16x6.0, cast alum | | tires | 205/55hr16 goodyear eagle ls m+s | | traction control | yes | | dimensions | | wheelbase, in | 103.0 | | length, in | 168.8 | | width, in | 67.1 | | height, in | 63.0 | | curb weight, lb | 3200 | | seating capacity | 5 | | cargo capacity, cu ft | 19.0-64.2 | | fuel capacity, gal | 15.0 | | test data | | 0-60 mph, sec | 8.6 | | 1/4 mile, sec/mph | 16.6/82.3 | | braking, 60-0 mph, ft | 123 | | skidpad, g | 0.78 | | 600-ft slalom, mph | 62.7 | | total mileage | 11,460 | | avg test mpg | 18.9 | | problem areas | excessive oil consumption | | non-warr cost | $118.94 | | consumer info | | base price | $15,935 | | price as tested | $21,725 | | current value, whlsl/retail | $14,695/$18,450 per kelley blue book | | airbags | dual front (std), front side (opt) | | epa mpg, city/hwy | 20/26 | | range, city/hwy, miles | 300/439 | | basic warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | powertrain warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | roadside assistance | no | | recalls | child restraint, fuel-line fittings |
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