Overview & Reviews

A convertible joins the PT Cruiser lineup for 2005.

• Distinctive styling inside and out, spacious cabin with multiconfigurable rear seats, smooth ride, spirited acceleration on turbo models, reasonable pricing.

• Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers, unimpressive fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  Excellent car! - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By PT Lover - May 23 - 10:00 am

  I LOVE this car! All I want to do is drive! This is the most fun Ive had with a car in a long time.Trunk space is a problem, but thats a small price to pay for so much fun. The 5 speed handles great.

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  I should have had one of these all along - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Michael Smith - May 19 - 11:43 am

  I have a 2005 base, 5 speed, convertible. I cant believe how much attention I get with it. Everyone wants to go for a ride. People thank its a $30,000.00 car and when I tell them that I paid around $18,000.00 for it they ask me if I got it used. nope! The 5 speed is fun and shifts so smoothe. It could use a little more power but with this car you just want to kick back and take it easy anyway.. It rides and handles great. I expected alot of noise with a conv. but I was so supprised at how quiet it is. The way you sit and the way everything is layed out makes me feel like the car was made for me. Alot of thinking went into it. the only thing I would trade it for is the gtversion

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  Not a great purchase - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By John - May 2 - 4:46 pm

  I have had this car for 3 years and have had a lot of problems door seals replaced 6,000 miles Horrible fuel economy from day 1 15 mpg city 18 hwy premium fuel dealer said would improve with driving 21000 miles now and no better new stereo 8000 miles new wheel bearings 19000 miles has been in shop often Chrysler does not offer rentals either pd 34,000.00 very loaded Inferno Red Gorgeous car they said it was not a high end model like a 300M or Aspen or Crossfire just a PT Cruiser Chrysler no help either Took to another dealer same excuses now just parked till lease up have 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe company car excellent gas mileage and very reliable Hyundai honors their warranty

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  Our newest PT Cruiser - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By D.G.J. - April 27 - 6:10 pm

  This is our familys fourth PT Cruiser, a black 05 Limited with the "woody" treatment. We still have two PT Cruisers, an 04 plum (the wifes) and an 03 patriot blue standard shift (belonging to my business) - both of them basic models. We love this car, not only for its classic "retro" look, but because it is extremely comfortable to drive and functional. All are a joy to drive. We took our 05 on an 8,600 trip around the country in July-August 2005 with absolutely no problems (in fact, no problems in the total of 19,000 miles now on the odometer). I just hope the are still making the PT Cruiser when its time to trade in the 03 - but that wont be for a while.

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  Gt Cruiser is a HIT & Mighty FAST - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Rick - April 17 - 5:50 pm

  There isnt a car made that has as many after market add ons available. Adding to an already supurb automobile. Chrysler did this one right. The turbo has no lag and has a wonderful spooling up sound, handles as well as any sports car I have ever driven. I am totally in love with the performance and handling of this vehicle. 15 in tires on chrome rims add to the road handling manners as well as the 4 speed auto tranny with the shift matic function. Truly awsome and made with attention to detail unrivaled by other US manufacturers. Two thumbs way-way up for the GT Cruiser. Id buy another in a New York Second.

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  My Favorite Car Ever! - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Gregg - March 23 - 7:50 am

  This is my 2nd Cruiser. Leased an 02 Limited for 3 1/2 yrs and liked it so much I bought this one. I had no trouble at all with the first one for over 23,000 miles and not with this one after 2000 miles. Even after after 4 yrs I still like to look at it, and smile whenever I see another one. The 180 HP turbo has great pickup, a big improvement over the base engine. I also love the look and functionality of the interior (glad I got the 05-I dont like the int/ext changes on the 06). I cant imagine driving another car-I hope this one lasts forever!

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  Desert Delight! - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Sunny - March 7 - 6:00 pm

  I bought this car used (CARFAX showed one owner with low mileage.) I love and have always driven convertibles. This one has a very tight body due to the roll bar with very low noise and /or rattling for a rag top. I get about 24 mpg around town. It perfect top down in the Palm Springs autumn, winter and fall. For triple digit heat (100+F) in the desert summer, the triple insulated top and forceful a/c keep it very comfortable. The interior is roomy, even for a 62" guy like me. The "theater" seats put you in a higher position. I havent had a single repair and the turbo provides high performance when needed. Fun to drive, attracts attention (Ive had several offers to buy it) and reliable!

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  The most Practical of Convertibles - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By MsterPete3 - March 4 - 10:00 am

  This car is, by far, the most fun that Ive ever driven. The flashy body style coupled with its convertible top make it quite a looker out on the roads. The gas mileage is okay for a car...19/city & 26/HWY. If youre going to get this car, I would definitely invest in the turbo engine which will provide you with the kind of pickup you need to get up and go. I found that the regular 4cyl did not perform very well when going from 0 to highway speed. The convertible top is very easy to operate and takes less than 30 seconds to transform.

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  Fun PT cruising - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Royal Crown - March 4 - 5:33 am

  This is a plain-vanilla model, no turbo, 2.4L motor with automatic. In the first 2500 miles, it took 100 gallons of real gas (no alcohol additive, or whatever that is they put in their to supposedly reduce polllution.) The additive drops it about 10%. With AC on around town with the additive gas it gets 17-18mpg at 20K miles, 25 or 26 on highway with real gas gas mileage was disappointing, as the government estimates were 17-25 city and 22-30 highway. Am amazed at those reporting much higher gas mileage. The "headrest" is wrong for me & there was no way to get it out of there to put in a suitable one. I didnt like black top, but it was all that was offered. End of complaints.

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  Best car yet - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Stephen Kent - March 1 - 1:00 pm

  I have owned many cars. My PT cruiser convertible by far is the most enjoyable. The styling of this car does not get old. It looks more expensive than it is. I have a 5 speed and average close to 30 mpg. It is not the most powerful car I have had, but the enjoyment of this vehicle to me outweighs that one negative. It is very roomy for a convertible and I can fit 4 in mine very, very comfortably. The only problem I have had so far is that now, I want to buy a cheap used car to drive to work so my PT does not get dinged up and also to keep miles off of it. This is a great car for us 40 somethings that have to balance practicality with just plain old fun.