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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS Price Comparison

Chrysler PT Cruiser vs Cadillac DTS Price Comparison:
Chrysler PT Cruiser vs Cadillac DTS Price Comparison:

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For the Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the PT Cruiser vs. DTS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the PT Cruiser and DTS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chrysler PT Cruiser LX's price is $24,910 lower than the Cadillac DTS Platinum's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the PT Cruiser vs. DTS Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Chrysler PT Cruiser LX, the Cadillac DTS Platinum includes additional features worth $16345. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $16345 adjustment for the Cadillac DTS Platinum's additional features, the Chrysler PT Cruiser LX is $24,910 less than the Chrysler PT Cruiser LX.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 24,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 23,626
Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimLXPlatinum
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4291hp V8
TransmissionM5A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/26 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers100, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15245/50-18
Total Price19,54060,795
Adjustments for Features0-16,345
Feature-Adjusted Total Price19,54044,450
Total Invoice18,41657,501
Adjustments for Features0-15,459
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice18,41642,042

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Invoice Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Chrysler PT Cruiser LX
Difference: 41,255
Lowest Total Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser LX
Difference: 39,085
Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimLXPlatinum
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price18,00059,875
Base Invoice16,95056,581
Antilock brakes (ABS)625 
Satellite radio - one year subscription195 
Antilock brakes (ABS)569 
Satellite radio - one year subscription177 
Total options8200
Total options7460
Destination720920
Total Price19,54060,795
Total Invoice18,41657,501

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimLXPlatinum
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $250
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$100 
Lane departure warning system $200
Obstacle detection, front $200
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Automatic climate control, front $200
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $400
Traffic information $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $50
Laminated side glass $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Cornering lights $25
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Manual remote mirrors$25 
Power mirrors $150
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled front seats $300
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats $225
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suede-like headliner $1000
Upholstered door panels, leather $250
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1500
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $900
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,320$17,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$16,345
Value of Feature Adjustments0-15,459

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20092011
ModelPT CruiserDTS
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in115.6 in
Length168.9 in207.6 in
Width67.1 in74.8 in
Height65.2 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,147 lb.4,009 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in60.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in59.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in42.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft318.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft318.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chrysler PT Cruiser

Price of the Chrysler PT Cruiser: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Its the most affordable convertible under $20,000
2007 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 since the convertible has been discontinued, they can be very affordable.
2007 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 HUGE depreciation means that a year old example is very affordable.
2005 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I felt like we got a lot of car for the money. Bought the car 9 months used, it was in like-new condition.
Price of the Chrysler PT Cruiser: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2003 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 PT Cruiser Limited was priced higher than Vibe Base with the features I wanted. Chrysler production had not yet caught up with demand, so dealers were not offering incentives or substantial discounts.

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