2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.22/5 Average
147 Total Reviews
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Classic styling and modern utility were the guiding forces behind Chrysler's PT Cruiser. Based loosely on the Neon platform, this small van offers a flexible interior, head-turning looks and, sadly, only 150 horsepower. A more powerful engine is already in the works.

Pros:
  • Unique styling, low purchase price, roomy and flexible interior.
Cons:
  • Only 150 horsepower, engine noise at high rpms, initial demand will exceed supply.

User Reviews:

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  • Always fun to drive - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    Outstanding small call, best interior design of any car. Versatile in every respect, from hauling five passengers to hurricane shutters from home depot. Very comfortable seats with good head and leg room, height is good for easy entry.

  • WHAT ?! - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I almost didnt buy this PT because of all of these needles about the lack of engine performance. But I drove it once and I was hocked. Below 65 it drives & handles like my old 1965 356SC Porsche. I dont baby this puppy and throw it around pretty well. Accelerating into highway traffic is a breeze! (Standard trans) Mileage in town is 23 MPG & I dont do enough highway to track it. Get a life people! You should have bought a standard!

  • EWWWW.... Too many problems!!! - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I have purchased this vehicle and I will NEVER buy any Chrysler again!!! It was my second Chrysler and now I learned my lesson!!! This car gave me in less than 2 months apart $2500 worth of repairs. I took it to Chrysler Service and I felt "ripped off". First time in service was about $1000, and the second was about $1480. I had 60k mile warranty on this car, and as soon as it turned 61208 it started with problems. As if it had some computerized mechanism to do so. Go figure!!!

  • Disappointed - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I am extremely disappointed in the value that my car has held. I bought almost a top of the line care and it is already worth less than 1/2 of what I paid for it. This car was not a good investment on my part. I am also disappointed in the power. Come on for 20,000 couldnt we get a little more power??

  • Unreliable - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    At first I loved my car it was everything I had been looking for! Drove it a little over and I have had to change the brakes ever 2 months. It started overheating about 3 hours away from home. Replace temperature gauge and water pump, A month later had to do it all again! This car is SOLD! Never again will I have a PT. Too many problems has about 50,000 miles. NOT reliable at all.

  • i was a sucker - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    this car looks nice drives nice, BUT it is so unreliable and the suspension is clunky thats only when I can keep air in the tires and replacing the front wheel bearings every year

  • Cruising - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    The best car I have owned! Enjoy driving on the AutoBahns in Germany, it keeps up with most of the traffic. The looks I get dont stop.

  • great little car - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I really enjoy this car, funny how alot of the reviews here complain about gas mileage and power,didnt you bother to tet drive or read about the car b4 buying, you are right though gas mileage is poor and it does lack power but I knew it going in so I was not to dissappointed.

  • Pt cruiser rocks - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I love every thing about the Cruiser.

  • Great Experience - 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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    I have never had so much fun owning a car. My wife and I have met so many new friends that own Cruisers. It is a lot of fun to drive, especially when we cruise with other Cruiser owners. Its like we have joined a wonderful new community.

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