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2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG & fuel economy

The 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2002 model. Among 66 SUVs rated for 2003, it ranks 6th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2003 #6 of 66 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2611.19.0
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2003 SUVs

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  1. 1Toyota RAV4 EV78 MPGe $1,161
  2. 2Toyota RAV424 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Chevrolet Tracker22 MPG $2,114
  4. 4Honda CR-V22 MPG $2,114
  5. 5Suzuki Vitara22 MPG $2,114
  6. 6Chrysler PT Cruiser22 MPG $2,114
  7. 66Land Rover Discovery12 MPG $4,938
2003 PT CruiserOther SUVsClass median: $2,906/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

PT Cruiser MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
PT Cruiser		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
PT Cruiser		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
PT Cruiser		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
PT Cruiser		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Tracker 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escape 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda Tribute 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Forester 21 MPG · $2,214/yr PT Cruiser saves $101/yr vs Honda Element 21 MPG · $2,214/yr PT Cruiser saves $101/yr vs Mitsubishi Outlander 21 MPG · $2,214/yr PT Cruiser saves $101/yr vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr RAV4 saves $176/yr vs Toyota RAV4 EV 78 MPGe · $1,161/yr RAV4 EV saves $953/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

The 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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