2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Overview

The four-door, five-passenger PT Cruiser is a famous compact station wagon from Chrysler with a one-of-a-kind styling. The wagon once again for 2009 offers styling, room and class that made it popular among car enthusiasts. The 2009 PT cruiser is available in three trim levels, all with front-wheel drive only. Chrysler offers a choice of two engines with the latest PT Cruiser line-up.

Exterior

PT Cruiser's retro-themed styling is more evident on its exterior. It exterior is identified by its teardrop headlights, unique front fenders that flare out from the engine compartment and a smooth flowing back hatch. The new 2009 PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 features new detailed design elements, thereby conveying a true sense of customization. Let's have a look at some of the exterior features of the 2009 PT Cruiser:

• Available 15-inch steel and 16-and-17-inch alloy wheels.
• Front Chrysler winged badge.
• Chrome-accented grille on Limited model.
• Round fog lamps on Touring and Limited models.
• A body-color spoiler on the liftgate.
• A rear liftgate.
• A Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl painted roof and hoop spoiler on Dream Cruiser Series 5.
• Cross-hatched, upper and lower solid billet aluminum grilles on Dream Cruiser Series 5.

Interior

Chrysler PT Cruiser offers a spacious interior with a capacity to accommodate up to five passengers and enough cargo. With fold/removable rear seats and the available fold-flat front passenger seat, the interior offers 160 different seating and cargo configurations. PT Cruiser has a center console with a sliding armrest and covered storage space. The instrument panel features large gauges, standard compass and temperature displays flush rotating air vents and a signature Chrysler analog clock. The radio is mounted high in the center stack. Some more interior features of the wagon include:

• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel.
• Cruise control.
• Remote power door locks, power windows.
• Front reading lights.
• An AM/FM stereo with CD player.
• Four speakers and auxiliary input jack.
• Optional 6-disc CD player with MP3 capabilities.
• Optional UConnect hands-free communication system.

Under the Hood

The 2009 PT Cruiser is offered with a choice of two engines and two transmissions. Have a look at under-the-hood features of the wagon:

• A 150 horsepower, 2.4-liter, 16-valve four-cylinder with 165 pound-feet of torque.
• A 180 horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 210 pound-feet of torque.
• Available five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmissions.
• Standard front-wheel drive.

Safety

The safety features offered by the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser include:

• Standard front, side impact and driver's knee airbags.
• Available four-wheel antilock brakes.
• available keyless entry.
• Available traction control.
• Optional halogen headlights.
• Optional daytime running lights.