2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser

The CarCody take

The 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a gasoline-powered SUV with front-wheel drive. This version uses a 2.4 L four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 17 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway, for 20 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $3,350, and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are 444.35 grams per mile. These figures give shoppers a view of fuel use and emissions for this specific model-year configuration. Its SUV body designation, two-wheel-drive EPA class and front-wheel-drive layout are also relevant details when comparing the PT Cruiser with other vehicles.

Who it suits. It may suit shoppers considering a gasoline SUV with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its engine, MPG figures and annual fuel cost help describe this version's running costs.

Overview

The 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a gasoline-powered, front-wheel-drive vehicle classified by the EPA as a 2WD sport utility vehicle. Its 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Official EPA fuel economy is 17 mpg in city driving, 23 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg combined.

The EPA lists tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions at 444.35 grams per mile and annual fuel cost at $3,350 USD. These figures offer a practical starting point for comparing the PT Cruiser's fuel use and emissions, though actual costs depend on how and where it is driven.

Key features

• Powertrain: 2.4 L four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission.
• Drive: Front-wheel drive.
• Fuel: Gasoline.
• EPA classification: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD.

Pricing

No purchase price is listed for the 2001 PT Cruiser. The available running-cost figure is the EPA's annual fuel cost estimate of $3,350 USD. Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg, with the city rating at 17 mpg and the highway rating at 23 mpg.

Platforms

The PT Cruiser runs on gasoline. Its EPA-rated fuel economy and annual fuel cost provide a basis for budgeting fuel use; no additional platform or software details are specified here.

Who it's for

The 2001 PT Cruiser may suit buyers comparing gasoline vehicles who want to weigh official fuel economy, emissions and estimated annual fuel spending. Its front-wheel drive and 2WD EPA classification make those figures relevant to shoppers comparing vehicles with similar classifications. Buyers should consider the annual fuel-cost estimate alongside their own expected mileage and driving mix.

Pros and cons

Pros

• EPA figures clearly state city, highway and combined fuel economy.
• Front-wheel drive and the 2WD sport utility classification are specified.

Cons

• The combined rating is 20 mpg, with 17 mpg city fuel economy.
• The listed annual fuel cost is $3,350 USD.
• No purchase price or other ownership-cost figures are provided.

Alternatives

For other Chrysler options, compare the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica, 2027 Chrysler Pacifica AWD, and 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Other listed choices include the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, 2026 Chrysler Voyager, 2025 Chrysler Pacifica, 2025 Chrysler Pacifica AWD and 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. Browse more Chrysler cars.

Verdict

The 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a clearly defined gasoline powertrain and EPA ratings that make fuel use easy to compare: 20 mpg combined, 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. The $3,350 USD annual fuel-cost estimate and 444.35 grams-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure are central considerations for buyers assessing its running costs and emissions. No purchase price is listed, so those figures alone do not establish total ownership cost.