The PT Cruiser has been a hugely successful vehicle for Chrysler Group, with nearly 444,000 sold since its launch in February of 2000 through to July of 2002. And it's not just popular in our domestic market. Over 65,000 of these cars found their way into homes outside of North America. DaimlerChrysler must have these numbers in mind when planning the model's future.
Jim Schroer may have summed it up best in saying, "An expert surfer will tell you they are after the NEXT wave, not the one in front of them". He continued, "The same holds true for the Chrysler Group, as we look to new consumer demands and expectations around the world. Chrysler California Cruiser is a concept that might be that Next Wave - with us, you just never know."
Specifications:
- Body Type: 3-door wagon/minivan crossover
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 215 hp, 245 lb-ft, 16-valve, SOHC, turbocharged, 2.4-L I-4
- Transmission (est):5-spd man (opt 4-spd auto with manual mode)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (est): 1,400 kg (3,086 lb)
- Seating Cap: 5
- Cargo Volume (est seats up/folded):550 L (19.4 cu ft) / 2,800 L (98.8 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (est city/hwy): 12.4 / 8.6 L/100 km
- Potential Competitors: Honda Element, Pontiac Vibe, Toyota Matrix
- Web Site: www.daimlerchrysler.ca
