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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,185

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $5,049

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,569

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $4,726

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserJetta
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Base Price $23,515 $26,065
Base Invoice $21,899 $24,293
Cargo net   69
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Panoramic sunroof   1,300
Cargo net   55
6-speed automated manual   1,099
Panoramic sunroof   1,148
Options (change) 0 2,469
Options (change) 0 2,302
Destination 670 700
Total Price $24,185 $29,234
Total Invoice $22,569 $27,295

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,784
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,611
Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserJetta
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Engine180hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionA4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG22/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$24,185$29,234
Adjustments for Features0-2,265
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,185$26,969
Total Invoice$22,569$27,295
Adjustments for Features0-2,115
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,569$25,180

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserJetta
TrimLimitedSEL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
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 height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,800$6,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,265
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,115

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserJetta
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Wheelbase103.0 in101.5 in
Length168.9 in179.3 in
Width67.1 in70.1 in
Height65.2 in59.2 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,350 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft332.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft366.9 ft3

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