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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: $20,185

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $16,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,603

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $14,474

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102014
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimClassicSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,275 $34,380
Base Invoice $17,801 $31,845
Convenience Group 395  
Sunroof 795  
Value Package   1,000
Floor mats   210
Rear spoiler   405
Convenience Group 359  
Sunroof 723  
Value Package   919
Floor mats   159
Rear spoiler   344
Options (change) 1,190 1,615
Options (change) 1,082 1,422
Destination 720 810
Total Price $20,185 $36,805
Total Invoice $19,603 $34,077

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,325
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,497
Model Year20102014
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimClassicSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionA4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16245/45-18
Total Price$20,185$36,805
Adjustments for Features0-4,295
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,185$32,510
Total Invoice$19,603$34,077
Adjustments for Features0-3,977
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,603$30,100

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20102014
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
TrimClassicSV
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
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
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
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 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Media drive, small $5
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
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 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $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 
Stain-resistant fabric$100 
Total Value of Features$2,315$6,610
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,295
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,977

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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 Year20102014
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 Weight3,215 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
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested55069%
Total Not Requested25031%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40046%
Total Not Requested47554%

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