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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $7,305

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $6,761

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $23,515 $28,170
Base Invoice $21,899 $26,269
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Chrome-coated alloy wheels   295
2.0L I4   1,095
Panoramic sunroof   1,395
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Chrome-coated alloy wheels   258
2.0L I4   1,022
Panoramic sunroof   1,217
Options (change) 360 2,785
Options (change) 331 2,497
Destination 670 895
Total Price $24,545 $31,850
Total Invoice $22,900 $29,661

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,441
Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine180hp I4240hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/50-18
Total Price$24,545$31,850
Adjustments for Features0-3,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$28,285
Total Invoice$22,900$29,661
Adjustments for Features0-3,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$26,341

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Curve control $50
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-coated alloy wheels $600
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,040$6,605
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,565
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,320

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20082013
ModelPT CruiserEscape
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in105.9 in
Length168.9 in178.1 in
Width67.1 in72.4 in
Height65.2 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,592 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft367.8 ft3

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