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2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG & Fuel Cost
10 model years · 19–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser at a glance
The 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser covers 10 model years in the EPA database (48 configurations in all), rated 19–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $3,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; 2006 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2008 and 2009.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Gas | 21 MPG | $3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $2,970–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $2,970–$4,230 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $2,970–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $2,970–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $2,970–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 20–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 20 MPG | $3,270 | First year |
What the 2010 PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$259
$3,110 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.18
Per 100 miles
$20.73
Five years
$15,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$520less a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 21 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $3,110, $270 more.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,110/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,830/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $2,840, $130 less.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,650 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2005
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
20–22 MPG · $2,970–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 22 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $2,970, $300 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG
20 MPG · $3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
| PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $4,230 in California and $2,710 in Texas, a $1,520 difference.
- California $4,230
- Washington $3,920
- New York $3,110
- Florida $2,940
- Texas $2,710
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2001-2010 (2001)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser get?
EPA rates the 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser at 19–23 MPG combined across 48 configurations and 10 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 23 MPG (21 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2008 and 2009. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2001.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. In 2006 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $3,110 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $3,110 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 100 miles?
About $20.73 per 100 miles for the PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 19 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The PT Cruiser 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $3,110 a year to fuel, $520 less than the class median of $3,630, and less than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 301 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 21 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $3,110, $270 more. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2010 against 3 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser for that year.