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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,230

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $13,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,659

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $11,446

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092006
ModelPT Cruiser3-Series
TrimLimited325i
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Base Price $24,510 $34,600
Base Invoice $22,939 $31,665
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475
Heated front seats   500
Satellite radio   595
Leather seating surfaces   1,450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   430
Heated front seats   455
Satellite radio   540
Leather seating surfaces   1,320
Options (change) 0 3,020
Options (change) 0 2,745
Destination 720 695
Total Price $25,230 $38,315
Total Invoice $23,659 $35,105

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,922
Model Year20092006
ModelPT Cruiser3-Series
TrimLimited325i
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Engine180hp I4215hp I6
TransmissionA4M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/55-16
Total Price$25,230$38,315
Adjustments for Features0-2,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,230$35,560
Total Invoice$23,659$35,105
Adjustments for Features0-2,524
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,659$32,581

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20092006
ModelPT Cruiser3-Series
TrimLimited325i
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo area partition net $40
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Headlight washers $50
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Floor mats$75 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Removable second row seats$0 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,840$6,595
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,755
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,524

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20092006
ModelPT Cruiser3-Series
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Wheelbase103.0 in108.7 in
Length168.9 in178.2 in
Width67.1 in71.5 in
Height65.2 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,463 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in55.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft324.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft358.0 ft3

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