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Chrysler Pacifica: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Chrysler Pacifica is a family minivan known for its roomy, flexible interior, family-focused storage, and fold-flat Stow ’n Go seating on gas models. Across its history, the lineup has included conventional V6 and plug-in-hybrid versions.
The Pacifica replaced the Town & Country for 2017 with a fresh take on Chrysler’s practical family van. Its enduring focus is making it easier to carry people and gear through flexible seating and useful cabin storage. It also introduced the first plug-in-hybrid minivan and has steadily added more safety and convenience technology without changing its family-first mission.
Strengths
- Gas Pacificas have Stow ’n Go seats that fold into the floor, making it easier to switch between passenger and cargo duty.
- The roomy cabin and family-focused storage make everyday trips with people and gear less of a juggling act.
- The plug-in hybrid supports short electric-only trips and was rated for 32 miles of electric range in 2026.
- Gas models from 2021 onward include versions with all-wheel drive for shoppers who want more traction in poor weather.
- The 2021 refresh brought a much broader set of standard driver-assistance features across the lineup.
Who it's for
The Pacifica fits busy households that regularly carry children, adults, groceries, and bulky gear, and care more about easy access and everyday usefulness than SUV styling. Gas models make sense for shoppers who value fold-away seats or want all-wheel drive, while used plug-in-hybrid models suit drivers who can charge at home and make many daily trips on electricity.
Chrysler Pacifica lineup
Trim names have shifted over the years, but the basic ladder is easy to understand. In recent years, Select has been the mainstream starting point, Limited the step-up gas trim, and Pinnacle the upscale flagship; pick Select for the core Pacifica experience, Limited for a higher-grade version, or Pinnacle when a more luxurious feel matters most. Earlier Pacificas often used Touring and Touring L in the lower and middle parts of the range, so shoppers should compare their equipment with that of newer trims. Appearance and anniversary editions mostly add distinctive styling or packaged content rather than changing the van’s basic purpose.
Chrysler Pacifica generations
From 2017 to 2026, the Pacifica spans 1 generation. The current 1st Generation — RU arrived for 2017.
1st Generation — RU (2017–Present)
This generation replaced the Town & Country with a new body, platform, interior, and technology. It pairs V6 gas models with a plug-in-hybrid version, while the 2021 update brought revised styling, more standard safety features, a larger touchscreen system, and AWD for gas models.
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2026Trim changes
The 100th Anniversary Edition joins the lineup, along with a Select Premium trim for the plug-in hybrid.
2025Trim changes
Gas trims are reorganized around Select, Limited, and Pinnacle. Pinnacle extends to the plug-in-hybrid lineup.
2024Trim changes
Plug-in-hybrid trims are reorganized around Select and Pinnacle, with several appearance and travel-focused versions based on Select.
2023
The design, engines, standard safety equipment, and 10.1-inch touchscreen system carry over.
2022
The base Touring trim leaves the plug-in-hybrid lineup, making Touring L the new starting point. More comfort and convenience features become standard.
2021Mid-cycle update
Revised styling, more standard safety features, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen system arrive across the lineup. Gas models gain AWD, and the Pinnacle trim joins the range.
2020Trim changes
The L and LX trims move to the Voyager, making Touring the starting Pacifica. Red S and a limited AWD Launch Edition also join the lineup.
2019Trim changes
35th Anniversary Edition packages arrive on select gas and plug-in-hybrid trims, along with small equipment updates.
2018Trim changes
A new L trim joins the gas lineup, while Touring Plus becomes the entry plug-in-hybrid trim. Gas models also gain Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and more standard safety equipment.
2017New generation
The all-new Pacifica replaces the Town & Country with a new platform, body, interior, and technology. Gas models use a V6, and a plug-in hybrid arrives later in the model year.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Chrysler Pacifica.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chrysler Pacifica a minivan or an SUV?
The Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan. It focuses on easy passenger access, flexible seating, family storage and a roomy cabin rather than SUV-style image.
Does the Chrysler Pacifica come as a hybrid?
Yes. From 2017 through 2026, the Pacifica included a plug-in hybrid that could be charged for electric-first local driving. Recent versions are rated for up to 32 miles of electric range before the gas engine takes over.
Does the Chrysler Pacifica have AWD?
Yes, but AWD is tied to gas-powered Pacificas. A limited AWD Launch Edition arrived for 2020, and AWD spread more broadly across the gas lineup with the 2021 refresh. Plug-in-hybrid models use front-wheel drive.
Do all Chrysler Pacificas have Stow ’n Go seats?
No. Gas Pacificas are the folding-seat standouts, with second- and third-row seats that store in the floor on many trims. Plug-in hybrids keep a folding third row, but their second-row captain’s chairs do not fold into the floor because that area is used by the hybrid system.
How many people does a Chrysler Pacifica seat?
A Pacifica seats seven or eight, depending on its year and seating layout. Seven-seat versions generally have second-row captain’s chairs, while some versions use a second-row bench to make room for eight.
What is the Chrysler Pacifica known for?
The Pacifica is known for family-friendly flexibility. Its main strengths are a roomy cabin, fold-into-the-floor seating on gas models, useful storage, power sliding doors on many trims, modern safety features and the unusual choice of gas or plug-in-hybrid power.
Has the Chrysler Pacifica been redesigned since it became a minivan?
No full redesign has occurred since the Pacifica minivan debuted for 2017. The major update came for 2021, bringing revised styling, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wider use of driver-assistance features, broader AWD access on gas models and the Pinnacle trim.
Chrysler Pacifica Reviews
What owners are saying about the Chrysler Pacifica.
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“if you need room for 5-6 people this vehicle is your ticket. Plus stow 'n go and put the 4 x 8 piece of wood in and it converts to a cargo van.”
“My new Pacifica drives like a dream! It is easy to configure the interior seating and cargo areas to meet our specific needs. I love the AWD.”
“We love the hybrid aspect of this vehicle as well as the entertainment system and cargo capacity”
“After owning it and reading from forum/group of the owners, I've concluded that the car is a draw of luck. You either get a good one that has no issues or a full of troubles. So far so good on mine.”
“The Chrysler Pacific is an absolutely wonderful vehicle, it has been dependable, offers a comfortable ride, great fuel economy, nice looking vehicle.”
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