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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,650

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $12,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,279

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $12,469

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006201720172017
ModelPT CruiserPT CruiserChargerChargerCharger
TrimLimitedGTSXTR/TR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,895 $23,645 $29,995 $34,895 $39,995
Base Invoice $17,694 $22,017 $29,351 $33,845 $38,501
ABS w/ traction control 825        
Bluetooth cell phone link 360 360      
Engine-block heater 35 35 95 95 95
Polished alloy wheels 700     1,095  
Satellite radio 195 195      
Heated front seats   250      
Blacktop Package     1,295    
Sunroof     1,195 1,195 1,195
ABS w/ traction control 759        
Bluetooth cell phone link 331 331      
Engine-block heater 32 32 85 85 85
Polished alloy wheels 644     975  
Satellite radio 179 179      
Heated front seats   230      
Blacktop Package     1,153    
Sunroof     1,064 1,064 1,064
Options (change) 2,115 840 2,585 2,385 1,290
Options (change) 1,945 772 2,302 2,124 1,149
Destination 640 640 1,095 1,095 1,095
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,000
Total Price $21,650 $25,125 $33,675 $38,375 $43,380
Total Invoice $20,279 $23,429 $32,748 $37,064 $41,745

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,945
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,501
Model Year20062006201720172017
ModelPT CruiserPT CruiserChargerChargerCharger
TrimLimitedGTSXTR/TR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4230hp I4292hp V6370hp V8485hp V8
TransmissionM5M5T8T8T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6100, 6276, 6276, 6276, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17245/45-20245/45-20245/45-20
Total Price$21,650$25,125$33,675$38,375$43,380
Adjustments for Features0-1,100-4,080-4,430-5,330
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,650$24,025$29,595$33,945$38,050
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,375$0$4,350$8,455
Total Invoice$20,279$23,429$32,748$37,064$41,745
Adjustments for Features0-1,026-3,968-4,279-5,129
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,279$22,403$28,780$32,785$36,616
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,124$0$4,005$7,836

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20062006201720172017
ModelPT CruiserPT CruiserChargerChargerCharger
TrimLimitedGTSXTR/TR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300$1300
FWD$0$0   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250$250$250
Remote app  $25$25$25
Remote start  $150$150$150
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0
Brake assist  $50$50$50
Obstacle detection, rear    $250
Rearview camera    $200
Side curtain airbags  $350$350$350
Stability control  $400$400$400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75$75
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100$100   
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control  $125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15
Interior air filter  $0$0$0
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Rear wiper$175$175   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250
Raised top speed limiter    $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0  
Body kit    $0
Bodyside moldings$75$75   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275   
Hood scoop    $100
Laminated front side windows  $200$200$200
Larger rear spoiler $200   
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200$200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100$100
App support  $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125$125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
CD player$125$125   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200
Text dictation  $50$50$50
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25   
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250$250$250
Performance meter    $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50
Folding passenger seat$150$150   
Heated front seats $200$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150$150
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100$100
Removable second row seats$0$0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350  
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200
Machined alloy wheels    $350
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 $350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0    
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Wheels, dark finish  $0  
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$1,775$2,875$5,855$6,205$7,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,100$4,080$4,430$5,330
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,026-3,968-4,279-5,129

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20062017
ModelPT CruiserCharger
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in120.2 in
Length168.9 in198.4 in
Width67.1 in75.0 in
Height65.2 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,935 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in59.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in56.2 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in40.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft316.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft316.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

ABS w/ traction control
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger SXT

Blacktop Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Wheels, dark finish0No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
245/45VR20 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

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