Press Kit: 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible, What's New for '06

2006 MODELS
PT Cruiser Convertible Touring
PT Cruiser Convertible GT

POWERTRAIN

• 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, SMPI four-cylinder engine (150 horsepower [112 kW]/165 lb.-ft. [222 N•m] of torque) with five-speed manual transmission (standard on Touring model)
• 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, SMPI four-cylinder engine with four-speed electronic automatic transmission (optional on Touring model)
• 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, SMPI intercooled turbo four-cylinder engine (180 horserpower [134 kW]/210 lb.-ft. [285 N•m] of torque) with four-speed electronic automatic transmission (optional on Touring model)
• Increased power-new for 2006 (230 horsepower (164 kW)/245 lb.-ft. (332 N•m) of torque) 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, SMPI intercooled high-output turbo four-cylinder engine with heavy-duty Getrag five-speed manual transmission (standard on GT model)
• Increased power-new for 2006 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, SMPI intercooled high-output turbo four-cylinder engine with four-speed electronic automatic transmission and AutoStick® (optional on GT model)

CHASSIS

• New, nine-spoke, 16-inch aluminum wheel offerings on Touring model available in painted silver or optional chrome-clad finish (new for 2006)
• New, 15-spoke, 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels on standard GT models (new for 2006)
• Power-assisted disc/drum brakes, ABS disc/drum brakes, or ABS front-wheel disc brakes with low-speed traction control depending on model and options selected
• Touring- or sport-tuned suspension with external front, and internal rear stabilizer bars
• Power-assisted steering (18:1 ratio)

EXTERIOR

• Power folding top with insulated headliner, single handle release and serviceable glass back light
  Convertible top exterior color: Pebble Beige Cloth (new color for 2006)
• Eight exterior color offerings, including Marine Blue Pearl Coat and Magnesium Pearl Coat (both new for 2006)

Modifications to exterior for more refined, upscale appearance exemplifying attention to detail and incorporating "face of Chrysler" design cues include (new for 2006):

• Redesigned front and rear fascias on all models
• Redesigned front grille with chrome-accented horizontal bars standard on all models
• Larger Chrysler "winged badge" on front hood
• Redesigned headlamps with lower "scalloped" edge on all models
• Modified taillamp(s) with white turn signal lenses (amber bulb)
• Fog lamps with updated round design standard on all models
• Increased opening articulation on rear decklid

INTERIOR

Modifications to interior for more refined, upscale appearance and enhanced utility include (new for 2006):

• All-new instrument panel and door trim panel design
• Refreshed seat trim and fabrics for all models incorporating sport contour trim outlines for improved lateral support
• Interior color offerings: Pastel Slate Gray and Pastel Pebble Beige
• Larger, more visible instrument cluster graphics with silver gauge faces
• Higher-output, quieter HVAC system combined with flush shut-off outlets
• Ergonomic refinements including positioning of radio head unit above HVAC controls; relocation of heated seat and hazard flasher switches to center stack; and raised rear window controls (positioned on rear of center console)
• Instrument panel window switches include "4-window up/down" press and hold feature
• Satin Silver center stack bezel; GT model includes Mini-Carbon pattern
• Larger glove box with dampened opening
• Upscale-designed Chrysler Signature analog clock
• Center console with fore/aft sliding armrest and covered storage. Unit includes two fold-out cup holders for rear seat occupants; battery-fed power outlet inside console bin for concealed cell phone charging; and clamshell upper compartment (under lid) for concealing small items
• Bright-accented ringed cup holders on GT model
• Six-way power driver seat with manual lumbar optional on Touring and standard on GT
• MP3 play capability (new for 2006) with exception of single CD radio offering
• Audio input jack on AM/FM single CD radio can be used for any audio input source (e.g., portable MP3 player, portable cassette player, portable CD player, 8-track player)
• AM/FM 6-CD changer radio can play CDs burned with MP3 files
• Boston Acoustics premium audio system is optional and combines six acoustic speakers with 368-watt amplifier (new for 2006)
• Enhanced noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) applications include dash panel silencer and strategically placed sound damping materials to reduce road and powertrain noise (new for 2006)

SAFETY AND SECURITY

• Advanced multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags and driver-side inflatable knee blocker with Occupant Classification System (OCS), which detects passenger seat occupant to determine
  on/off status of air bag (new for 2006)
• Redesigned ignition key with integral fob and Sentry Key® vehicle immobilizer (new for 2006)
• Height-adjustable three-point seat belts with pretensioners, constant force retractors and traveling inboard buckles, front; three-point, rear three-point
• Security alarm system
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with reconfigurable display in cluster includes compass, outside temperature, audio information, average fuel economy, distance to empty and elapsed time (new for 2006)
• Enhanced electrical features including power speed-sensitive locks and power accessory delay (new for 2006)
• HomeLink® universal garage door opener
• Supplemental side air bags