Engine: 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve High Output turbocharged inline-4

Engine Options: 150-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4; 180-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve turbocharged inline-4; 220-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve High Output turbocharged inline-4

Transmission: 4-speed automatic with AutoStick

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; 5-speed Getrag manual; 4-speed AutoStick automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners, LATCH child-seat anchors

Optional Safety Equipment: front side-impact airbags, ABS, traction control

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Toluca, Mexico

Model Tested: Chrysler PT Crusier GT Convertible ($27,830)

Standard Equipment: power windows, power locks with remote keyless entry, cruise control, leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, air conditioning, rear window defroster, power side mirrors, six-speaker AM/FM/CD cassette stereo, fog lamps, center console with power outlet, 50/50 split fold-and-tumble quick-release rear seats, ABS, low-speed traction control, performance tuned suspension, 17-inch painted alloy wheels and all-season performance tires

Options as Tested: AutoStick transmission ($440)

Destination Charge: 590

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 220 @ 5100

Torque: 245 @ 2400-4500

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/26

Wheelbase: 103.0 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 168.8/67.1/60.6 inches

Track Front/Rear: 58.1/58.2 inches

Turning Cycle: 40.2 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 38.7/49.6/40.6 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 36.4/41.1/40.9 inches

Trunk Volume: 7.4 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, asymmetrical lower control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 5.8 inches

Curb Weight: 3468 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 205/50HR17

Brakes: vented disc/solid disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 15.0 Gallons