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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,255

Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring   
Difference: $6,800

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,830

Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring   
Difference: $6,950

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimTouringBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $19,785 $24,200
Base Invoice $18,504 $23,232
Signature Series 1,450  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 350 995
Sunroof   800
Convenience Group   810
AWD   1,500
Signature Series 1,334  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 322 876
Sunroof   704
Convenience Group   778
AWD   1,440
Options (change) 1,800 4,105
Options (change) 1,656 3,798
Destination 670 750
Total Price $22,255 $29,055
Total Invoice $20,830 $27,780

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,658
Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimTouringBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine150hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/55-18
Total Price$22,255$29,055
Adjustments for Features0-5,535
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,255$23,520
Total Invoice$20,830$27,780
Adjustments for Features0-5,292
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,830$22,488

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimTouringBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction $0
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Stain-resistant fabric$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,940$8,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,535
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,292

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEncore
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in100.6 in
Length168.9 in168.4 in
Width67.1 in69.9 in
Height65.2 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,197 lb.3,309 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in50.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft318.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft348.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring

Signature Series
FeatureValueRequested?
Touring suspension (upgrade)250No
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Polished alloy wheels-250No
205/50R17 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested172581%
Total Not Requested40019%

Option Package Details
Buick Encore

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Fog lights125Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Total Requested12515%
Total Not Requested72585%

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