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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $8,175

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $7,319

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserPrius
TrimLimitedFour
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,515 $27,320
Base Invoice $21,899 $25,431
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Solar Roof Package   1,800
Navigation Package   2,380
Cargo net   51
Floor mats   200
Bodyside moldings   209
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Solar Roof Package   1,602
Navigation Package   2,139
Cargo net   35
Floor mats   127
Bodyside moldings   125
Options (change) 360 4,640
Options (change) 331 4,028
Destination 670 760
Total Price $24,545 $32,720
Total Invoice $22,900 $30,219

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,320
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,682
Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserPrius
TrimLimitedFour
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine180hp I498hp I4 H
TransmissionA4CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17195/65-15
Total Price$24,545$32,720
Adjustments for Features0-2,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$29,865
Total Invoice$22,900$30,219
Adjustments for Features0-2,637
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$27,582

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserPrius
TrimLimitedFour
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote climate control $25
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
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Ionizing air filtration $50
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Solar panel $300
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Tachometer$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,950$5,805
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,637

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserPrius
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in106.3 in
Length168.9 in175.6 in
Width67.1 in68.7 in
Height65.2 in58.7 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,043 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in52.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft339.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Toyota Prius specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Prius Four

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Solar Roof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Solar panel300No
Remote air conditioning25No
Total Requested90073%
Total Not Requested32527%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Navigation system600No
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1150100%

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