Chrysler Pacifica

The Chrysler Pacifica is an upscale minivan that seats up to eight passengers. It shares a platform and some components with the Voyager, which is a more budget-friendly version. The Pacifica’s current (first) generation spans from 2017 to the present, with a facelift in 2021 that introduced new exterior styling, updated technology, and more standard safety features. Properly equipped, it can tow up to 3,600 pounds.

The Pacifica comes in a variety of trims. The lineup initially consisted of the LX, Touring, Touring L, Touring L Plus, and Limited trims. In 2021, Chrysler eliminated the LX and Touring L Plus trims while adding the range-topping Pinnacle. The LX and Touring trims are well-equipped base models with standard features such as power sliding doors and a power liftgate. Moving up to the Touring L adds leather upholstery and heated front seats. The Limited trim brings luxurious touches such as ventilated front seats and a panoramic sunroof, while the Pinnacle trim boasts premium amenities such as quilted Nappa leather upholstery and a built-in vacuum cleaner.

Chrysler offers a choice of traditional gasoline and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains on the Pacifica. The non-hybrid version employs a 3.6-liter V6 producing 287 horsepower, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. The Pacifica Hybrid features a modified version of the V6 with dual electric motors and a 16 kWh lithium-ion battery. It offers an estimated 32 miles of all-electric range, after which it earns an EPA-estimated 30 mpg in mixed driving. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive is available (on non-hybrid models) starting from the 2020 model year.

The Pacifica comes with Chrysler’s Uconnect infotainment system, which was upgraded from an 8.4-inch to a 10.1-inch touchscreen in 2021. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration has been standard since 2018. Standard safety features on the model include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. In 2021, the automaker also made its SafetyTec suite of driver aids standard, adding adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, parking sensors, and a surround-view camera. Most of these features had previously been optional (on the Touring L and above).

For used car shoppers who need all-wheel drive, consider Pacifica examples starting with the 2020 model year, when it was first offered as an option (on non-hybrid models). Buyers who prioritize standard active safety features may want to focus on 2021 and later years, which get a strong suite of driver aids as standard equipment, while those interested in fuel efficiency should opt for the Pacifica Hybrid. In terms of trims, the Touring L offers a good balance of comfort and convenience features at an attractive price point.