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

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Magnum Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,580

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $9,965

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,932

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $9,033

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserMagnumMagnum
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Base Price $23,515 $31,780 $38,105
Base Invoice $21,899 $29,367 $35,495
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Engine-block heater 35 40 40
Protection Group   1,100  
Sunroof   950 950
Side curtain airbags     590
Bluetooth cell phone link 331    
Engine-block heater 32 37 37
Protection Group   1,012  
Sunroof   874 874
Side curtain airbags     543
Options (change) 395 2,090 1,580
Options (change) 363 1,923 1,454
Destination 670 675 675
Total Price $24,580 $34,545 $40,360
Total Invoice $22,932 $31,965 $37,624

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Magnum

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,190
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,391
Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserMagnumMagnum
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Engine180hp I4340hp V8425hp V8
TransmissionA4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6276, 6276, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/60-18245/45-20
Total Price$24,580$34,545$40,360
Adjustments for Features0-1,775-1,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,580$32,770$39,000
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,230
Total Invoice$22,932$31,965$37,624
Adjustments for Features0-1,642-1,268
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,932$30,323$36,356
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,033

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Magnum

Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserMagnumMagnum
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Ashtray and lighter (optional)  $0
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Tires, self-sealing $50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter $0 
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Automatic headlights $125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Compass$0 $0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Trip computer$150 $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Removable second row seats$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,690$4,465$4,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,775$1,360
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,642-1,268

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Magnum

Model Year20082008
ModelPT CruiserMagnum
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Wheelbase103.0 in120.0 in
Length168.9 in197.7 in
Width67.1 in74.1 in
Height65.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,897 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in58.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in56.2 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in40.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft327.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft371.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Magnum R/T

Protection Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Tires, self-sealing50No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

Option Package Details
Dodge Magnum SRT8

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350No
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested35050%
Total Not Requested35050%

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