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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 Classic's price is $22,885 lower than the Cadillac DTS Performance'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 Classic, the Cadillac DTS Performance includes additional features worth $9740. 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 $9740 adjustment for the Cadillac DTS Performance's additional features, the Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic is $22,885 less than the Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 22,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 20,603
Model Year20102008
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimClassicPerformance
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4291hp V8
TransmissionA4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers100, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16245/50-18
Total Price20,22052,845
Adjustments for Features0-9,740
Feature-Adjusted Total Price20,22043,105
Total Invoice19,63549,330
Adjustments for Features0-9,092
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice19,63540,238

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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 Classic
Difference: 32,625
Lowest Total Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
Difference: 29,695
Model Year20102008
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimClassicPerformance
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price18,27550,675
Base Invoice17,80147,381
Convenience Group395 
Engine-block heater35100
Sunroof7951,200
Convenience Group3590
Engine-block heater3283
Sunroof723996
Total options1,2251,300
Total options1,1141,079
Destination720870
Total Price20,22052,845
Total Invoice19,63549,330

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20102008
ModelPT CruiserDTS
TrimClassicPerformance
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote start $150
Sunshade, rear, power $225
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
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$100 
Obstacle detection, front $200
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
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 climate control, front $200
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear wiper$175 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Super-heated washer fluid $100
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $400
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $50
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated side glass $300
Rear spoiler$200 
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
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
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, passenger seat $100
Power height 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 
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Alloy wheels$350 
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $900
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,250$12,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$9,740
Value of Feature Adjustments0-9,092

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20102008
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 Weight3,215 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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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%

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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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