How much does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cost?

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a starting MSRP of $15,970, ranging up to $23,515 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $15,970; Touring from $19,785; Limited from $23,515.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser offers up to 62.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser tow?

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser come in?

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is available in 3 trims (4 total configurations) across Wagon and Convertible body styles with front wheel drive.

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

3 trims · 4 configurations · Wagon, Convertible

Starting MSRP

$15,970 – $23,515

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How much should you pay for the Chrysler PT Cruiser? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$15,970

Typical monthly

$316/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser trims

Base
2 configurations
MSRP
$15,970 – $18,430
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
21/26
Horsepower
150 hp
Torque
165 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
62.7
Max towing
1,000 lbs
Touring
MSRP
$19,785
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/24
Horsepower
150 hp
Torque
165 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
62.7
Max towing
1,000 lbs
Limited
MSRP
$23,515
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
18/24
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
210 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
62.7
Max towing
1,000 lbs

Compare 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser trim specifications
Spec	Base2 configurations	Touring	Limited
MSRP	$15,970 – $18,430	$19,785	$23,515
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	21/26	19/24	18/24
Horsepower	150 hp	150 hp	180 hp
Torque	165 lb-ft	165 lb-ft	210 lb-ft
Engine	2.4L I4 gas	2.4L I4 gas	2.4L I4 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	62.7	62.7	62.7
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Basegas
Touringgas
Limitedgas
Fuel type: Baseregular unleaded
Touringregular unleaded
Limitedregular unleaded
Cylinders: BaseI4
TouringI4
LimitedI4
Displacement: Base2.4 L
Touring2.4 L
Limited2.4 L
Horsepower: Base150 hp
Touring150 hp
Limited180 hp
Torque: Base165 lb-ft
Touring165 lb-ft
Limited210 lb-ft
Transmission: Base5-speed manual
Touring4-speed automatic
Limited4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Basefront wheel drive
Touringfront wheel drive
Limitedfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseWagon
TouringWagon
LimitedWagon
Doors: Base5
Touring5
Limited5
Seating: Base5
Touring5
Limited5
Length: Base168.9 in
Touring168.9 in
Limited168.9 in
Width: Base67.1 in
Touring67.1 in
Limited67.1 in
Height: Base63 in
Touring63 in
Limited63 in
Wheelbase: Base103 in
Touring103 in
Limited103 in
Ground clearance: Base6 in
Touring6 in
Limited6 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base21.6 cu ft
Touring21.6 cu ft
Limited21.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base62.7 cu ft
Touring62.7 cu ft
Limited62.7 cu ft
Max towing: Base1,000 lbs
Touring1,000 lbs
Limited1,000 lbs
Curb weight: Base3,070 lbs
Touring3,222 lbs
Limited3,222 lbs
Fuel tank: Base15 gal
Touring15 gal
Limited15 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base23
Touring21
Limited21
City MPG: Base21
Touring19
Limited18
Highway MPG: Base26
Touring24
Limited24

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	Touring	Limited
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	2.4 L	2.4 L	2.4 L
Horsepower	150 hp	150 hp	180 hp
Torque	165 lb-ft	165 lb-ft	210 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Wagon	Wagon	Wagon
Doors	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5
Length	168.9 in	168.9 in	168.9 in
Width	67.1 in	67.1 in	67.1 in
Height	63 in	63 in	63 in
Wheelbase	103 in	103 in	103 in
Ground clearance	6 in	6 in	6 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	21.6 cu ft	21.6 cu ft	21.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	62.7 cu ft	62.7 cu ft	62.7 cu ft
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs
Curb weight	3,070 lbs	3,222 lbs	3,222 lbs
Fuel tank	15 gal	15 gal	15 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	23	21	21
City MPG	21	19	18
Highway MPG	26	24	24

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser FAQ

How much does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cost?: The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a starting MSRP of $15,970, ranging up to $23,515 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $15,970; Touring from $19,785; Limited from $23,515.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?: The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?: The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser offers up to 62.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser tow?: The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
How many trims does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser come in?: The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is available in 3 trims (4 total configurations) across Wagon and Convertible body styles with front wheel drive.