2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser – Pulled From Ashes

First Look:

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser enters the market for the last curtain call from Chrysler, after the highly exaggerated news of its death. Chrysler decided to bring back its retro-styled wagon for the last time, in single trim level, having one transmission and engine choice and very few options.

But instead of leaving the auto market in grand style and boom, the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser looks like leaving the market with a whimper. Rather than fitting the outgoing model with the potent turbocharged engine, that we’ve seen in earlier year the 2010 Chrysler is sending off the retro style wagon with its gasping usually aspirated base four-cylinder engine. The remaining features for 2010 model year also doesn’t fare any better, and for the model year 2010 the PT Cruiser the touring suspension, leather upholstery, upgraded stereo and Bluetooth have also been killed off.

What’s New for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser currently is available in only one trim level: the Classic. The car is pretty much like its previous model.

Body Styling and Features

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a compact wagon with seating capacity of five and comes only in trim aforementioned trim level.

The latest PT Cruiser has an amalgam of various features that we’ve seen in different trim levels in the past few years. Some of the common features that we know here includes 16-inch alloy wheels, a back spoiler, Foglights, air-conditioning, complete power accessories, a trip computer, a tilt steering wheel, a four-speaker audio system having a CD player, keyless entry and auxiliary audio jack.

There also is an optional Convenience Group package, which comes loaded with a six-way power driver seat, heated front seats and a fold-flat front passenger seat. You can also get a sunroof and satellite radio.

Under The Hood

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser runs on the power that comes with a 2.4 liter inline four-cylinder engine which generates maximum power of 150 horsepower and maximum torque of 165 pound-feet. The engine here is mated with a four-speed automatic transmission, which takes the power to its front wheels. The estimated fuel economy of the car is 21 mpg combined for city and highway.

Safety Equipments

The standard safety equipments for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser include antilock disc brakes, a low-speed traction control system and front seat side airbags.

Verdict

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser was called for its last curtain call, but we think it should not have been called.

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