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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS Price Comparison

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

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For the Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the PT Cruiser vs. CTS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the PT Cruiser and CTS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic's price is $36,405 lower than the Cadillac CTS CTS-V's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the PT Cruiser vs. CTS 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 Classic, the Cadillac CTS CTS-V includes additional features worth $10460. 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 $10460 adjustment for the Cadillac CTS CTS-V's additional features, the Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic is $36,405 less than the Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 36,405
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 33,441
Model Year20102011
ModelPT CruiserCTS
TrimClassicCTS-V
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Engine150hp I4556hp V8
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG12/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers100, 6300, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/55-17
Total Price20,22067,085
Adjustments for Features0-10,460
Feature-Adjusted Total Price20,22056,625
Total Invoice19,63562,881
Adjustments for Features0-9,805
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice19,63553,076

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Invoice Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS

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

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 Classic
Difference: 46,865
Lowest Total Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
Difference: 43,246
Model Year20102011
ModelPT CruiserCTS
TrimClassicCTS-V
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Base Price18,27562,360
Base Invoice17,80158,306
Convenience Group395 
Engine-block heater35100
Sunroof795 
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Panoramic sunroof 1,150
Convenience Group 0
Engine-block heater 88
Sunroof 0
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Panoramic sunroof 1,012
Total options1,2251,250
Total options1,1141,100
Destination720875
Gas Tax02,600
Total Price20,22067,085
Total Invoice19,63562,881

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS

Model Year20102011
ModelPT CruiserCTS
TrimClassicCTS-V
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Brake assist $50
Compact spare tire$75 
Knee airbag, driver$100 
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $100
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tires, run-flat $150
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo net$40 
Cargo organizer $100
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Interior air filter $25
iPod integration $150
Media drive, large $100
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 
Body kit $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $50
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Boost gauge $75
Headlight washers $50
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Powertrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $275
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Stain-resistant fabric$100 
Suede-like inserts in leather seats $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,515$13,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$10,460
Value of Feature Adjustments0-9,805

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac CTS

Model Year20102011
ModelPT CruiserCTS
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon
Wheelbase103.0 in113.4 in
Length168.9 in191.6 in
Width67.1 in72.6 in
Height65.2 in59.1 in
Curb Weight3,215 lb.4,432 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft325.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft358.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats300Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested65072%
Total Not Requested25028%

Option Package Details
CTS-V

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
$2600 Gas-Guzzler Tax0No
Remote start150No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested250100%

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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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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Cadillac CTS

Price of the Cadillac CTS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 BEST INCENTIVE.. 1.5 % INTEREST IN LEASE 48 MONTHS
2004 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 Less expensive then the germans.
2003 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 Bought used at a very good price.
Price of the Cadillac CTS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The vehicle is expensive BUT still 30k less than other comparable sedans.
2008 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 should be $5000 cheaper
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Too much money when optioned out for the best value.
2005 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 insurance and lease cost
2005 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 high priced

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