Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 i 16V (115 hp)

Gasoline engine with 115 hp (85 kW) and 116 lb-ft (157 Nm), built 2002–2010, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Chrysler PT Cruiser has 10 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power115 hp (85 kW)
Torque116 lb-ft (157 Nm)
0–62 mph13.5 s
Top speed109 mph (176 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 i 16V (115 hp)
Displacement1.6 L (1,598 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-5
Bore77 mm
Stroke85.8 mm

Performance

Power115 hp (85 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Torque116 lb-ft (157 Nm) @ 4550 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)13.5 s
Top speed109 mph (176 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City23 mpg (10.3 l/100 km)
Highway29 mpg (8 l/100 km)
Fuel tank15.1 gal (57 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length168.9 in (4,290 mm)
Width67.1 in (1,705 mm)
Height63.0 in (1,600 mm)
Curb weight3,020 lb (1,370 kg)
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft (520 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires195/65 R15
Wheels6.5J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Chrysler PT Cruiser with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Chrysler PT Cruiser engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 i 16V (141 hp)Gasoline141 hp (104 kW)
2.0 i 16V (141 hp) AutomaticGasoline141 hp (104 kW)
2.0 i 16V (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 i 16V (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.4 i 16V (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.4 i 16V (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.2 CRD (121 hp)Diesel121 hp (89 kW)
2.4 i 16V Turbo (220 hp)Gasoline220 hp (162 kW)
2.4 i 16V Turbo (220 hp) AutomaticGasoline220 hp (162 kW)
2.4 i 16V Turbo (182 hp)Gasoline182 hp (134 kW)
2.4 i 16V Turbo (182 hp) AutomaticGasoline182 hp (134 kW)
2.2 16V CRD (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)

← All Chrysler PT Cruiser engines

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