5 Star Reviews for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.51/5 Average
359 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

A convertible joins the PT Cruiser lineup for 2005.

Pros:
  • Distinctive styling inside and out, spacious cabin with multiconfigurable rear seats, smooth ride, spirited acceleration on turbo models, reasonable pricing.
Cons:
  • Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers, unimpressive fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  • love it!!! - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I just bought my Pt on 02/12/05, I love it, It is so much fun to drive, very roomy and my 3 kids love it as well. We like how you sit up high in it, like an suv, very comfortable to ride in, stylish, and I am getting really good gas mileage. This car gets alot of attention with people wanting to race me. We absolutely love the color midnight blue. I would recommend this car to anyone!!!!!

  • driving a fun car - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Being a convertible, heads turn to get a better look at the car. Its a fun experience to drive with the top down. People wave and shout out "nice car". Car offers great comfort for the driver and passengers and the versatility you have with the rear seats is amazing. Turbo is a plus. I regret not waiting for the GT turbo with leather seats and 17 inch wheels. But my wife fell for the great red shade and afraid of missing the summer while waiting for a special order from the factory. Our great car was on the lot and we saw it and drove home with it 2 hours later. Only one inconvience, rear vision is not all that great, with the top up or down vision is impaired.

  • The best little car around - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I have enjoyed the stick shift and the style of this car. People stop me or when I drive by wave and say what a "Cute Car" I feel like I am 20 again driving it. I love the way it handles, and how easy it is to put the top up and down. It is very unique in the fact that the window controls are on the dash board. I bought the strip down model no turbo or frills but it is the best running and handling car.

  • The best little car around - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I have enjoyed the stick shift and the style of this car. People stop me or when I drive by wave and say what a "Cute Car" I feel like I am 20 again driving it. I love the way it handles, and how easy it is to put the top up and down. It is very unique in the fact that the window controls are on the dash board. I bought the strip down model no turbo or frills but it is the best running and handling car.

  • Cruiser Convertuble - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Had the car for a month and it is really a head turner to say the least. Top is very easy to use and stores out of the way for rear visibility. Have the touring edition Turbo which runs on regular gas. Fund to drive and a classy ride. Other than the dark grey interior which is really too dark for my tastes, but Im working on that, it is a great ride., Gaslonie Mileage is improving as it breaks in.

  • Loved this car, but hated turning radius - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I was just in a wreck and totaled my car after 5 years and 55,000 miles. I can speak from experience - this car did wonderfully in a front end collision at 50 mph. I walked away unhurt. Now to the car itself: This car was reliable, never in the shop for any major repairs. I loved the leather seats and seat warmers. The top is so easy to put up and down - I commonly did it while waiting at a stoplight. It had decent trunk space and could easily accommodate 4 passengers. My major complaints with this car were the poor gas mileage (mid/high teens in the city) and the worst turning radius of any car I have ever driven. The car also had some pretty significant blind spots when the top was up.

  • Great Car - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I love my PT. I think its a really great car. Very comfortable and reliable. Its my best purchase yet.

  • Doesnt get any better than this one - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I had a 2001 pt, traded it in for this little power house. The performance is outstanding. The braking very precise. The convertible top is the easiest to put down, everything with one hand. Thanks for making this vehicle chrysler!

  • From Honda to Chrysler - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    When I traded my 02 Accord SE for this vehcile, I was very apprehensive about my first "American" car in over 10 years. Overall, I have had the cruiser for about a month and am satisfied with my buying decision. It seems at this point the imports are not willing to deal. I was even told by a local Honda dealer "We dont really negotiate on our Accords anymore, they sell themselves". Well, not to this consumer. The cruiser is an excellent vehicle on a long trip. Everyone is comfortable, including rear seat passengers. It takes a while for gas mileage to improve but I am finally getting about 22 MPG in a city/hwy mix after about 4 weeks.

  • PT Cruiser Convertible - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I purchased this car when I turned 40. I actually researched and purchased this car "online" before they were available to the public. Two years later I am still very pleased with my purchase. For the price, it was a very good purchase.

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