2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.35/5 Average
216 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The PT Turbo debuts with a 215-horsepower engine that gives the unique and versatile Cruiser a much needed boost in performance.

Pros:
  • Handling and ride qualities, versatile and spacious cabin, unique styling, low sticker price.
Cons:
  • Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers.

User Reviews:

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  • Its a hoot! - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I had been considering the PT for a year or so, but the test drive in the 2003 GT sold me. The responsiveness in handling and engine response were way beyond expectations.

  • happy camper - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I needed a car that could haul stuff, but still be fun to drive.

  • dont waste your money - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I HAD ALWAYS wanted a PT Cruiser... until I bought one. I bought mine. Transmission Blew out at 50K on the way to vegas. Me and my kids were stuck in the desert. Car has FAILED on me about 3 times now... NOT safe for a Woman and kids. I love the style and am stuck with the PT... it has over 100k now that I have have thousands of dollars in repairs.

  • BAD PT - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    After just 3400 miles car experienced "dead clynider" after 8 visits to dealer/29 days in shop, Chrysler took back car for "mech. faults" and provided us with a new 2003. Until Md. Att. General got involved neither DAR CARS or Chrysler took notice of repeated letters about problems. New 2003 works great, however Chry. will not give me the same 7/100,000 powertrain warranty I had on other car. This remains a sticking point.

  • PT Cruiser - over rated - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    The very poor gas mileage for a small car in not acceptable. My car has been back to the dealer (s) 3-4 time for major problems (dash board cluster, front end problems (still need fixing), radio and the list goes on. Their dealers dont check for anything that isnt on the job order. The warranty for 36000 miles is way behind other cars. I wouldnt but another PT Cruiser

  • PT - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Great all rounder, fun to drive, versatile and economic.

  • Some Scarey Reviews - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Hoo boy! Some (most?) of these reviews are real stinkers. Then again, most people who like their cars are out driving them and having fun, not sweating over a keyboard. I read the reviews and then went out and bought a 60k miles, fully optioned turbo/auto stick 2003 GT for $7,995. One owner, clean as a whistle and rides/handles/accelerates like a champ. I have driven it all of 40 miles and since buying it for my wife this afternoon. Will we still love it after another 4,000 miles? Will my good car Karma prevail? Ill write again, same time next year. Then again, maybe not -- if were having fun.

  • Nice Car - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I liked the PT Cruisers design since it was unveiled at the auto shows in 99. I bought a "Classic Edition" (base) 2003 Steel Blue Pearl. Its a nice car and the base model is better equipped than many other base model vehicles on the road today.

  • Like the Cruiser - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Lots of fun to drive and really well made, especially for the price

  • fun to drive - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Everyone in our family love to drive the vechicle! from our 18 yr old son to our 21 yr. old daughter....to me a 46 yr. old!!!Gas mileage is great.

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