2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring review from UK and Ireland
"It doesn't look like any other car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car was 'keyed' during the second week I had it entailing a re-spray of the whole passenger side door.
This is hardly the fault of the manufacturer, and the car has been completely reliable.
General comments?
In comparison to my previous car (Honda Accord, 2.0 automatic) the Cruiser feels slow to accelerate, but at motorway speeds (!!) it does exactly what it says on the tin - cruises.
Ideally, it needs a bigger engine.
It has the turning circle of an ocean liner.
Rear visibility is poor.
However, I didn't buy it expecting a performance car - it's a head turner, and I bought it because of the way it looks (which I accept some people hate)
It accommodates our family of five (including 3 car seats in the rear for children ranging from 6 months to four years) although the boot could be bigger.
It has a good spec - air con, 6-speaker stereo including CD player, electric windows front and rear, traction control, ABS etc etc.
The Cruiser also has a comfortable driving position and plenty of rear leg room (according to adult friends rather than our 3 children)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 10000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 11th January, 2002 |