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

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,390

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $11,480

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,673

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $10,061

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimGTSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,645 $35,120
Base Invoice $22,017 $32,163
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 195  
Heated front seats 250  
Cold Package   400
Floor mats   195
Rear spoiler   375
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
CD changer, in-dash 276  
Satellite radio 179  
Heated front seats 230  
Cold Package   347
Floor mats   146
Rear spoiler   298
Options (change) 1,105 970
Options (change) 1,016 791
Destination 640 780
Total Price $25,390 $36,870
Total Invoice $23,673 $33,734

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,577
Model Year20062012
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimGTSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionM5CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/27 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/45-18
Total Price$25,390$36,870
Adjustments for Features0-2,715
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,390$34,155
Total Invoice$23,673$33,734
Adjustments for Features0-2,484
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,673$31,250

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062012
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimGTSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $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
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,715$4,430
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,715
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,484

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062012
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in109.3 in
Length168.9 in190.6 in
Width67.1 in73.2 in
Height65.2 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,364 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft314.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft314.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Cold Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%

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