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Compare Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible vs Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible

Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
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$18,430
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
2010 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
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$26,390
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
5 ft³

Photos

Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
Front View
Driver Area
36
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Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
2006-2010 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Side View Driving
2006-2010 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Gauge Cluster
9
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Horsepower
150 hp @ 5200 rpm
150 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
165 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
170 lb-ft @ 3750 rpm
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,303 lbs
3,248 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
23 MPG
City
21 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
8.1 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
6

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
290 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
406 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
168.9 in
161.1 in
Height
60.6 in
59.1 in
Max Width
67.1 in
67.9 in
Front Width
58.3 in
59.3 in
Rear Width
58.2 in
58.5 in
Wheelbase
103 in
98.8 in
Ground Clearance
5.8 in
4.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.6 in
39.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
53.8 in
52.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
49.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.9 in
31.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.5 in
37.2 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
42 in
42.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
41.1 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.7 ft
35.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.0"
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.0"
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Twist beam
Torsion beam

Tires

Front Tire
P205/55R16
P205/55HR16
Rear Tire
P205/55R16
P205/55HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Black (Top)
  • Bright Silver Metallic
  • Brilliant Black Crystal Prl
  • Cool Vanilla
  • Deep Water Blue Pearl
  • Inferno Red Crystal Pearl
  • Melbourne Green Pearl
  • Pebble Beige (Top)
  • Silver Steel Metallic
  • Stone White
  • Sunset Crystal Pearl
  • Surf Blue Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, V-Tex leatherette seat trim
  • Cream, V-Tex leatherette seat trim
  • White, V-Tex leatherette seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Optional
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

ABS
Optional
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Optional
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
Unlimited Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Emissions
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Short Term California
3 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
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