Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2010): Your Go-To Guide

The Chrysler PT Cruiser, produced from 2001 to 2010, is a compact car known for its retro-inspired design and versatile interior, blending 1930s aesthetics with modern functionality.

Performance-wise, the PT Cruiser featured a 2.4L inline-4 engine throughout its production, with power outputs ranging from 150 horsepower in the base models to 220 horsepower in the high-output turbocharged variants introduced in 2003.

Torque peaked at 245 lb-ft in the turbocharged models, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The turbocharged trims offered a significant performance boost, making them stand out in the lineup.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L DOHC SMPI 16-valve engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L DOHC engine, available in two configurations: a standard DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE producing 150 hp and 165 lb-ft of torque, and a DOHC 16-VALVE variant generating 180 hp and 210 lb-ft of torque.

Both configurations utilize a front-wheel-drive layout and are paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L DOHC 16-valve engine, producing a horsepower range of 150 hp with the DOHC SMPI configuration to 180 hp with the standard DOHC configuration.

Torque output varies from 165 lb-ft with the DOHC SMPI engine to 210 lb-ft with the standard DOHC engine.

It features a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission.

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser features a 2.4L engine with two configurations: a standard DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE producing 150 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque, and a high-output DOHC 16-VALVE HO generating 215 hp and 245 lb-ft of torque.

It is equipped with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) system and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser features a 2.4L engine with two configurations: a standard DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE producing 150 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque, and a high-output DOHC 16-VALVE HO variant generating 215 hp and 245 lb-ft of torque.

Both engine options are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and utilize a front-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L engine, available in two configurations: a DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE producing 150 hp and 165 lb-ft of torque, and a DOHC 16-VALVE HO generating 220 hp and 245 lb-ft of torque.

It features a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L engine, available in two configurations: a standard (148) DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE producing 150 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque, and a high-output (148) DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE HO generating 220 hp and 245 lb-ft of torque.

It features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L (148) DOHC SMPI 16-valve engine, producing a horsepower range from 150 hp to 215 hp, with the higher output achieved through the high-output (HO) variant of the engine.

Torque output varies from 162 lb-ft with the standard engine to 245 lb-ft with the high-output version.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Horsepower

The Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a 2.4L (148) DOHC SMPI 16-valve engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.