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Although the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a carry over from 2007 -- in fact the
Cruiser line hasn't been significantly updated since its introduction in 2000 --
the sporty little four-doors with room for five have become something of a
cultural icon, sporting custom paint jobs from flames to racing stripes. For the
coming model year the PT Cruiser carries an MSRP range of $15,015 to $22,660 and
promises to be as much fun as ever.
Available in three trim levels (Base, Touring and Cruiser Limited), all the
Cruisers are powered by a 2.4-liter I4 producing 150 horsepower (180 on the
Limited which has a turbo engine.) The Cruiser gets around 18 mpg city to a
maximum 26 out on the highway for the base model. The standard transmission is a
five-speed manual (with overdrive), but a four-speed with overdrive is an
option.
You're going to get all the standards in terms of safety and engine tech.
Cruisers have a full array of airbags front and back including side protection.
The front brakes are ventilated discs with drums to the rear. Anti-lock brakes
can be added. A standard AM/FM/CD combo with four speakers is included with an
upgrade to a Boston Acoustics system an option as is Sirius Satellite Radio.
New for 2008 is the Sunset Boulevard Edition painted in "Sunset Crystal," a deep
maroon offset by slightly more chrome than the regular Cruiser. The SBE features
a moonroof and 16-inch wheels and is powered by the line's basic four-cylinder
engine producing 150 horsepower. The manual transmission version sells for
$16,010 with the automatic version adding $825, putting the SBE at about $1,000
over the basic Cruiser. Only 500 units will be produced.
And don't forget, there's also a 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible available
starting at $20,605 and moving up to $29,825 when you start adding the bells and
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