2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.4L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 2.4L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- PT Cruiser Convertible · 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- PT Cruiser Convertible · 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- PT Cruiser Convertible · 2.4L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- PT Cruiser Convertible · 2.4L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
07V149000: 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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR QUARTER GLASS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Reported April 4, 2007. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 16, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.