2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (21–23 MPG combined) across 8 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars, Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.4 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 21–23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,900–$3,900
- Configurations
- 8
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.4 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 18–20 | 24–25 | 21–22 | $3,750–$3,900 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.4 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 19–21 | 24–26 | 21–23 | $2,900–$3,200 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 |
| PT Cruiser | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| PT Cruiser | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,750 |
| PT Cruiser | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| PT Cruiser Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 |
| PT Cruiser Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| PT Cruiser Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,750 |
| PT Cruiser Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
According to EPA data, the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is rated at 21–23 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,900 to $3,900.