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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 15th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 21 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #15 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2611.19.0
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 15Chrysler PT Cruiser23 MPG $2,022
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 PT CruiserOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/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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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
PT Cruiser
Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
PT Cruiser
Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
PT Cruiser
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

Up to 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 21 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

The 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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