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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: $25,625

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,465

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,019

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $3,119

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserNitro
TrimLimitedShock
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $24,510 $27,245
Base Invoice $22,939 $26,302
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Engine-block heater 35 95
Bluetooth cell phone link 328  
Engine-block heater 32 86
Options (change) 395 95
Options (change) 360 86
Destination 720 750
Total Price $25,625 $28,090
Total Invoice $24,019 $27,138

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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: $775
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,486
Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserNitro
TrimLimitedShock
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine180hp I4260hp V6
TransmissionA4T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6368, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/50-20
Total Price$25,625$28,090
Adjustments for Features0-1,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,625$26,400
Total Invoice$24,019$27,138
Adjustments for Features0-1,633
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,019$25,505

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserNitro
TrimLimitedShock
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags$350 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Cargo tray $40
Roof rails $250
Sliding load floor $275
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Removable second row seats$0 
Stain-resistant fabric $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,815$3,505
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,690
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,633

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20092011
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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