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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: $19,425

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $6,095

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,912

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $5,597

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102016
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimClassicBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $18,275 $24,065
Base Invoice $17,801 $23,102
Convenience Group 395  
Engine-block heater 35 75
Metallic paint (extra cost)   395
Cargo net   60
Convenience Group 359  
Engine-block heater 32 68
Metallic paint (extra cost)   359
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 430 530
Options (change) 391 482
Destination 720 925
Total Price $19,425 $25,520
Total Invoice $18,912 $24,509

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,659
Model Year20102016
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimClassicBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine150hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG25/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/55-18
Total Price$19,425$25,520
Adjustments for Features0-4,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,425$21,420
Total Invoice$18,912$24,509
Adjustments for Features0-3,938
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,912$20,571

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20102016
ModelPT CruiserEncore
TrimClassicBase
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
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 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated front seats$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Stain-resistant fabric$100 
Total Value of Features$1,875$5,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,938

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20102016
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 Weight3,215 lb.3,190 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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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Buick Encore specs.

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150Yes
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested50063%
Total Not Requested30037%

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