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

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,580

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $3,495

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,932

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $3,409

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserNitroNitro
TrimLimitedSLTR/T
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $23,515 $24,560 $27,735
Base Invoice $21,899 $23,075 $25,964
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Engine-block heater 35 35 35
Quick Order Package G   850  
4.0L V6   990  
Sunroof   895 895
Leather seating surfaces     830
Bluetooth cell phone link 331    
Engine-block heater 32 32 32
Quick Order Package G   774  
4.0L V6   901  
Sunroof   814 814
Leather seating surfaces     755
Options (change) 395 2,770 1,760
Options (change) 363 2,521 1,601
Destination 670 745 745
Total Price $24,580 $28,075 $30,240
Total Invoice $22,932 $26,341 $28,310

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,405
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,386
Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserNitroNitro
TrimLimitedSLTR/T
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine180hp I4260hp V6260hp V6
TransmissionA4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG16/21 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/65-17245/50-20
Total Price$24,580$28,075$30,240
Adjustments for Features0-1,090-1,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,580$26,985$28,900
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,915
Total Invoice$22,932$26,341$28,310
Adjustments for Features0-1,023-1,254
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,932$25,318$27,056
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,738

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserNitroNitro
TrimLimitedSLTR/T
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags$350  
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50$50
Cargo net$40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Roof rails $250$250
Sliding load floor $275$275
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Rear spoiler$200  
Tow hook(s), front $40$40
Tow hook(s), rear $25$25
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Removable second row seats$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,265$3,355$3,605
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,090$1,340
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,023-1,254

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserNitro
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in108.8 in
Length168.9 in178.9 in
Width67.1 in73.1 in
Height65.2 in69.9 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,971 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.19.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in40.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft332.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft365.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro specs.

Option Package Details
Dodge Nitro SLT

Quick Order Package G
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Polished alloy wheels100Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Dodge Nitro R/T

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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