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2009 Chevrolet HHR

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2008 Dodge Caliber

  2009 Chevrolet HHR LT w/1LT 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2008 Dodge Caliber SE
MSRP
$18,720
$15,970
$14,965
Invoice $17,877 $15,033 $14,078
MPG
City/Highway
21/32 18/26 19/29
Rating 7.2 7.2 7
Bottomline The 2009 Chevrolet HHR is a great urban runabout for small-business owners with frequent cargo hauls. The 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible gets the axe midway through 2008, so if you want one, act quickly, but the wagon is here if you need flexible utility with retro flair. The Caliber has a very practical layout and quite a few innovative features to get excited about, but it's lacking in driving enjoyment or refinement--even compared to its low-priced competition.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Spacious interior
  • Upright seating
  • Strong performance from new HHR Panel SS

Dislikes:

  • Small gauges
  • Four-speed automatic transmissions
  • Lack of headroom
  • Power window switch placement

Likes:

  • Standard side airbags
  • Interior versatility
  • Retro style is still fun

Dislikes:

  • Getting kind of old
  • Anti-lock brakes are optional
  • Poor visibility

Likes:

  • Awesome available features
  • Comfortable seats
  • Impressive interior flexibility

Dislikes:

  • Interior materials are subpar
  • Difficult access to the backseats
  • Sharp edges of center stack can be a pain in the knee
  • Tepid acceleration in SE and SXT
  • Engine noise with CVT automatic
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