Article From Motor Trend Magazine
 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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