Overview & Reviews

Taking a cue from custom cars of the past, Chrysler offers a flame-accented paint job on its popular retro-styled PT Cruiser. The optional flames, which are actually a decal. Also, two new trim levels debut this year: the Touring Edition (which was previously an option package) and the Dream Cruiser. A Woodie appearance option is also available.

• Head-turning styling, passenger/cargo flexibility, generous standard features list for price.

• No high-performance engine option (yet), tight cargo space when rear seat is in use.

User Reviews:

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  We purchased a wonderful but flawed car - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Debra Jones - March 14 - 9:13 am

  I love my PT Cruiser, however, we have had to have the transmission rebuilt at 70,000+ miles, repeated problems with the brakes within the first 2 months of driving it (a dealers employee had indicated this was a very common problem.) We have a 60 month loan which will be pd off this Nov., however, we have been told by a body shop that based on their examination, without $3,000.00 additional work completed on it, it will not be running by Nov. Tire rods, struts, AC compressor, a bearing have to be replaced. We have had problems with the quality of work at a local dealership closer to our home in Greenwood (not Eastgate, but Tom OBrien). Defective tires, stripped lugnuts, one Mgr not ok.

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  Love it, but it stinks - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By michelle - October 7 - 3:46 am

  Had almost 3 yrs. Last year nothing but problems, every week something different. Cant trade in, owe to much money and isnt worth much. Now on its last legs, must give back. Transmission died without any warning, brakes front drive line broke on freeway. Whole wheel came off with no warrning, cost $250 to tow home where now it just sits in my driveway. Fix brakes twice in two weeks. I would not buy a used car again. Has 140,000 miles on it now started at 100,000. Doesnt keep its value.

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  many problems with my 02 PT - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Joe - May 30 - 5:20 pm

  The reliability of my pt cruiser is terrible. After the warranty ran out the dealer finally figured out what the problems were. I am putting $300 oxygen sensors in my car every 2 months. I will never buy another chrysler product. I would not take a free chrysler car.

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  worst car i ever owned and this is my second pt cruiser - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By myptcruiser - March 21 - 5:06 am

  I have owned 2 pt cruisers, a 2001 and 2002. I do not know why I bought the second one. Both had the same problems - replaced radiator $1200 both times; suspension problems with tie rods, wheel hub assembly. If I open the hatchback it causes my brake lights to fail, because according to Chrysler dealership, the wiring rubs as I open the hatchback. The camshaft sensor had to be replaced $350. Now it is going out again after being replaced by the Chrysler dealership less than 8 months ago. Very expensive to repair. Do not buy this car! You can find them available for sale everywhere - have you ever wondered why? Be glad they no longer make this car.

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  Fun but underpowered - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By curler1 - September 12 - 10:00 am

  I think they really engineered the interior space well. Plenty of roo both in the front and back. Like therear cargo area although cant get golf clubs tolie flat. The engine is a dog but I knew that going in. Abit noisy with road noise.

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  We have a Love / Hate Relationship - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Yankeemare - July 2 - 2:03 am

  I LOVE this car and HATE the constant repairs! 2 full sets of brakes in 3 years, new transmission at 80,000 miles, fog lights wont turn off - had to have the lights disconnected, but the LCD interior light stays on all the time, engine overheating, water pump, thermostat, timing belt and serpentine belt being replaced as we speak (97,000 miles). I love the design, comfort, interior, passenger and cargo capacity, and its very easy to get my grandson in and out of his car-seat in the back seat. Im shopping for another hatchback but it sure wont be a PT Cruiser and that makes me very sad. If Chrysler could up the reliability quotient, Id be a PT Cruiser buyer / owner forever

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  My college daughters PT cruiser - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By jlsh - April 13 - 9:56 am

  For what we have spent fixing this car in the past 3 years, we could have purchased a better vehicle. The physical shape of the car is great and it has many extras but, the garage where we have repairs made knows my daughters voice when she call!. We just spent 1500 dollars on repairs this winter and today she called and her steering wheel is locked up and wont turn.

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  Longterm Lemon - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Kbtoys - July 3 - 2:53 pm

  This car has no go, and uses more gas then my truck. Just traded in with 88,000 miles on it and was lucky it made it. Once the car hit 80,000 miles everything fell apart. Sensors kept going out every 2000 miles. Something with a transmission sensor went out and had to get the car towed. Save the trouble and buy something else.

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  What a disappointment - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Travis Culver - September 24 - 5:13 am

  There are lots of high reviews for the PT...this is not one of them. This thing LOVES the shop, rocks and gas stations. In the 3 years weve owned it, it has had 3 of 4 window motors replaced, approx. 8 windshileds (no, not kidding) a rebuilt transmission, squeaky brakes, a bad EGR valve, and malfunctioning fog lights. Even though my wife and I love the PT for its looks and functionality, we are sick and tired of the cost of gas and the trips to the shop. If the tranny hadnt one bad less that 500 miles within its 70,000 mile warranty, we would have been in for $3,000+ in repairs. Wish I could say better things about a car we had high hopes for, but just wishing wed never bought it.

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  built cheap... - 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By hall - June 27 - 4:30 am

  bought pt cruiser for looks, and for the 4 cyclinder engine mpg....it gets very lousy gas mileage for a 4, only 15 mpg....brakes are way to small for car, had to have rotors replaced at 40k miles at a cost of 400. if youre looking for an economical vehicle, a pt cruiser isnt the one your after...keep shopping!