Specifications The 2006 Chevrolet HHR’s competitors include the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Ford Focus ZX5, Honda Element, Hyundai Elantra GT, Kia Spectra 5, Mazda 3s 5-door, Pontiac Vibe, Scion xB, Subaru Outback Sport, Suzuki Reno, and Toyota Matrix.

Test Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Base Price: $15,990 (LS); $16,990 (1LT); $18,790 (2LT) (includes destination charge of $565)
Engine Size and Type: 2.2-liter inline-four (LS, 1LT); 2.4-liter inline-four (optional 1LT, standard 2LT)
Engine Horsepower: 143 at 6,000 rpm (2.2-liter); 172 at 6,200 rpm (2.4-liter)
Engine Torque: 150 lb.-ft. at 4,000 rpm (2.2-liter); 162 lb.-ft. at 5,000 rpm (2.4-liter)
Transmission: five-speed manual (standard); four-speed automatic (optional)
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,155 (2.2-liter); 3,208 (2.4-liter)
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 22/27 mpg (2.2-liter manual); 22/26 mpg (2.2-liter automatic); 22/26 mpg (2.4-liter manual); 20/25 mpg (2.4-liter automatic)
Length: 176.2 inches
Width: 69.1 inches
Wheelbase: 103.5 inches
Height: 63.1 inches
Head room (front/rear): 39.6/39 inches
Leg room (front/rear): 40.6/39.5 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Five
Max. Cargo Volume: 23.8 cubic feet (rear seat up); 63.1 cubic feet (rear seat down)
Max. Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs.
Competitors: Chrysler PT Cruiser, Ford Focus ZX5, Honda Element, Hyundai Elantra GT, Kia Spectra 5, Mazda 3s 5-door, Pontiac Vibe, Scion xB, Subaru Outback Sport, Suzuki Reno, and Toyota Matrix.

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