Trim Report

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited2005

Includes:PTCRUIS|Limited
$1,995
Starting From
28
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 28 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,995
Max $12,345
From $1,995
Fresh

Limited Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,900
$2K–$11K
29 listings99,138 avg miles
GT
From$3,980
16 listings|$4K–$11K
Limited
From$1,995
28 listings|$2K–$12K
Touring
From$1,900
55 listings|$2K–$16K

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Pricing

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Where to Find Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

Location data for all 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser trims combined

27States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 26 other states nationwide.

Chrysler PT Cruiser Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser trims

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 256 complaints, the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
256
Complaints
15
Crashes
13
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0330002008-14-04
SUSPENSION

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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07V1490002007-04-04
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR QUARTER GLASS ATTACHING FASTENERS MAY PULL THROUGH THEIR MOUNTS AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.

IF THE GLASS SEPARATES WHILE DRIVING, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE OR INJURE A PEDESTRIAN.

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04V4810002004-08-10
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS), 2.4L HIGH OUTPUT TURBOCHARGED ENGINE, AND 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE, MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE AND THE TRANSAXLE HOUSING.

CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRAKE TUBE AND THE TRANSAXLE HOUSING OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO PERFORATION OF THE BRAKE TUBE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF BRAKING FORCE IN THE LEFT FRONT/RIGHT REAR CIRCUIT OF VEHICLE.

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04V2680002004-03-06
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L NON-TURBOCHARGED ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE MAY CONTACT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIFFERENTIAL COVER, POTENTIALLY DAMAGING THE HOSE.

POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 256 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension23
02Electrical System22
03Engine And Engine Cooling21
04Visibility16
05Steering15
256 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chrysler PT Cruiser Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser trims

19–22mpg combined
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17-19city
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24-26hwy
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$2,000-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser ranges from 19 to 22 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
PT Cruiser - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser Convertible - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
PT Cruiser Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Limited Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

How does the Limited compare to other Chrysler PT Cruiser trims?

The Limited occupies a distinct position in the Chrysler PT Cruiser range. See how it stacks up on the 2005 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited?

Budget for standard Limited maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2005 has 4 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited?

For the Limited, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Chrysler PT Cruiser buyer's guide.

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