Chrysler Pacifica

Chrysler Pacifica in Nigeria

The minivan is a fixture of some cultures, outperforming the ordinary crossover in a variety of measurable ways—cargo capacity, passenger space, fuel economy, and so on. The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica does it better than any other minivan.

It has acquitted itself admirably in many expert tests, is competitive in the rest, and, thanks to its quick-change interior, glides through everyday life with such ease that it might as well be dressed in tights and a cape. It stands out from the crowd because of its second-and third-row vanishing seats, an optional plug-in hybrid powertrain, and an unequaled infotainment system.

Specifications of the Chrysler Pacifica

Pros and cons of this vehicle

Pros

• The most ingenious stowable-seating arrangement in the world.
• Hybrid plug-in variants are also available.
• There are a lot of storage boxes and cubbies.

Cons

• The power-hatch button is in an inconvenient location.
• Second-row comfort has been compromised.

What are the Chrysler Pacifica upgrades?

For 2019, a sprinkling of little equipment tuning hit nearly all 2019 Pacifica and 2019 Pacifica hybrid trim levels, including the availability of the S Appearance package on each hybrid, a few new color options, and more optional extras for lower-grade cars. The Pacifica's two lowest trim levels—L and LX—were separated off and renamed the Chrysler Voyager starting in 2020.

Which trim to buy?

You should go with the Touring L trim, which has the features that the majority of consumers will want at the best pricing. Power sliding side doors and liftgate, blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert and rear parking sensors, and three-zone automatic climate control are just a few of the features.

The premium audio package, which includes a 13-speaker, 506-watt Alpine sound system, and a third-row USB charge outlet, is recommended by experts. It also replaces the normal 5.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with a larger 8.4-inch panel, making it simpler to use the system while driving.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Pacifica isn't the fastest minivan we've tested, but it's far from sluggish (it hits 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, which puts it in the middle of the pack) and feels lively around town. It comes with a 287-hp 3.6-liter V-6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission in non-hybrid form. The Pacifica Hybrid, with its 3.6-liter V-6 and two electric motors backed up by a 16-kWh lithium-ion battery, produces 260 total horsepower but feels comparably nimble in the real world.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

On our 200-mile highway fuel-economy loop, the Pacifica Limited achieves an astounding 31 mpg, which is the best among minivans. The Pacifica Hybrid is rated at 84 MPGe combined and can travel up to 33 miles on electric power, according to the EPA. We were readily able to match the EPA's 33-mile estimate around town. Before the gasoline engine kicked in, the Pacifica hybrid accomplished 23.4 miles of electric-only driving on the freeway.

Interior, Infotainment, and Cargo

The Pacifica is airy, wide, and equipped with cubbies, cupholders, slide-out bins, and connectivity that minivan consumers crave. The fit, finish, and materials are all superior to the outgoing Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan, however, there are a few low-cost plastic items inside the interior. One of our favorites is Chrysler's Uconnect infotainment system, which uses knobs and buttons for audio controls rather than problematic touch-sensitive controls.

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