2009 PT Cruiser
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Engines

The PT Cruiser offers engine choices for the cruiser and performer. The 2.4L was built for ambitious power and fuel efficiency[1] while the turbocharged 2.4L was built to perform.

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  • 2.4L DOHC 4-Cyl. Engine
  • 2.4L DOHC 4-Cyl. Turbocharged Engine
  • Five-Speed Manual Transmission
    • Standard on:
  • Four-Speed Automatic Transmission

  • Powertrain

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    • 2.4L DOHC 4-Cyl.
    • 2.4L Turbo DOHC 4-Cyl.
    • 12
    • 54
    • 6
    • 10.5
    • 9
    • 0
    • 12
    • 2.4L DOHC 4-Cyl.
    • Dual Overhead Camshafts
    • 4 Speed Automatic/5-Speed Manual Transmission
    • 2
    • MPG[1]
    • HP
    • Miles per Tank[2]
    • 21/26
    • 150
    • 345
    • 2.4L Turbo DOHC 4-Cyl.
    • Dual-Tuned Intake Manifold
    • Electronic Throttle System
    • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
    • 3
    • MPG[3]
    • HP
    • Miles per Tank[2]
    • 18/24
    • 180
    • 315
    • 20
    • 340
    • 370
    • 5
    • 2
    • 145
    • 27
    • 280
    • 95
    • 380
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Engines
  • Five-Speed Manual Transmission
    Five-Speed Manual Transmission

    The standard five-speed manual offers optimum performance and a 26 highway[1] rating.

  • Four-Speed Automatic
    Four-Speed Automatic

    The electronic, fully adaptive, four-speed automatic transmission helps deliver an impressive 24 highway mpg rating[4].

  • Lifetime Powertrain Warranty
    Lifetime Powertrain Warranty

    We’re so confident in our vehicles and everything that goes into them, that we’re giving a lifetime warranty on our powertrain[5]. See everything it covers.

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    • No deductible. See dealer for a copy of limited warranty and details. Non-Transferable. Not available on SRT,Hybrid System components, (including transmission), and certain fleet vehicles. On purchases beginning 7/26/07
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*MSRP excludes tax. Starting at price refers to the base model, a more expensive model may be shown. Optional equipment may be shown. Pricing may change at any time without notification.
1

21 city / 26 hwy EPA estimated mpg with 2.4L engine and five-speed manual transmission, FWD.
2

Miles per tank based on combined EPA fuel economy and standard tank size.
3

18 city / 24 hwy EPA estimated mpg with 2.4L turbo engine and four-speed automatic transmission, FWD.
4

19 city / 24 hwy EPA estimated mpg with 2.4L engine and four-speed automatic transmission, FWD.
5

No deductible. See dealer for a copy of limited warranty details. Non-Transferable. Not available on SRT®, Hybrid System components (including transmission), and certain fleet vehicles.
 
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