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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $4,030

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $3,571

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820122012
ModelPT CruiserAltimaAltima
TrimLimited2.5 SL3.5 SR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,515 $26,750 $25,570
Base Invoice $21,899 $24,860 $23,697
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Door sill trim plates   175 175
Floor mats   180 180
Fog lights   315  
Rear spoiler   375  
Sport Package     2,370
Premium Package     2,130
Bluetooth cell phone link 331    
Door sill trim plates   126 126
Floor mats   146 146
Fog lights   256  
Rear spoiler   303  
Sport Package     2,056
Premium Package     1,848
Options (change) 360 1,045 4,855
Options (change) 331 831 4,176
Destination 670 780 780
Total Price $24,545 $28,575 $31,205
Total Invoice $22,900 $26,471 $28,653

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,237
Model Year200820122012
ModelPT CruiserAltimaAltima
TrimLimited2.5 SL3.5 SR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4175hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionA4CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price$24,545$28,575$31,205
Adjustments for Features0-1,440-2,440
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$27,135$28,765
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,630
Total Invoice$22,900$26,471$28,653
Adjustments for Features0-1,334-2,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$25,137$26,413
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,276

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year200820122012
ModelPT CruiserAltimaAltima
TrimLimited2.5 SL3.5 SR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Rearview camera  $200
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo net$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$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
USB port  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Automatic headlights $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Removable second row seats$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,490$3,930$4,930
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,440$2,440
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,334-2,240

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20082012
ModelPT CruiserAltima
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in109.3 in
Length168.9 in190.7 in
Width67.1 in70.7 in
Height65.2 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,181 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft315.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 2.5 SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested122560%
Total Not Requested82540%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50No
USB port25No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested155063%
Total Not Requested92537%

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