Chrysler PT Cruiser towing capacity by year
The Chrysler PT Cruiser has tow data across 9 model years, from 2001 through 2009. The most recent 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser carries a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Chrysler PT Cruiser page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Chrysler PT Cruiser max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Chrysler PT Cruiser, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Chrysler PT Cruiser years (2005–2009)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 7 | 1,000 |
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 7 | 1,000 |
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 7 | 1,000 |
Older Chrysler PT Cruiser years (2001–2004)
Earlier model years for the Chrysler PT Cruiser, going back to 2001. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2 | 1,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.