Chrysler Pacifica
The Chrysler Pacifica remains a popular minivan choice for families even in the face of newer competitors. It's available with all-wheel drive and is also the only minivan available in a plug-in hybrid version. Non-hybrid models include the useful Stow 'N Go® seating, enabling the second-row seats to fold into the floor and creating ample space for all your cargo needs.
Explore the evolution of the Chrysler Pacifica
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First generation Chrysler Pacifica
This is the first and current generation of the Pacifica minivan and Pacifica Hybrid, which replaced the previous Chrysler Town & Country minivan. The Pacifica remains ahead of its time by offering a unique plug-in hybrid powertrain. Despite Chrysler's "hybrid" naming strategy, the Pacifica differs from a traditional hybrid in that you need to plug it in frequently to get the most out of it. The more you can travel on electric range, the greater your potential for fuel savings.
The Pacifica received a significant update—but not a full redesign—for the 2021 model year. Notable highlights included a revised front end, new headlights and taillights, an updated interior, the addition of all-wheel drive on some models, and new software for the center touchscreen.
Model highlights
Hybrid model can travel an EPA-estimated 32 miles on battery power
Available in front- or all-wheel drive
Excellent all-around visibility
Upscale-looking interior
Stow 'N Go® second row seats make it easy to carry larger items
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2017 - 2025
2025 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
New entry-level Select trim added
Limited trim only available in the non-hybrid
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2024 Chrysler Pacifica
2023 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
New Road Tripper package for Touring L models adds exterior accents and towing package (non-hybrid)
Touring trim is no longer available with all-wheel drive
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2022 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
Amazon Fire TV integration for Uconnect® Theater system
Rear seat reminder added
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2021 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
Refreshed interior and exterior styling.
All-wheel drive broadly available on non-hybrid models
New top-of-the-line Pinnacle trim level
Advanced driver aids now standard
New Uconnect® 5 infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen available
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2020 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
Unique grille for Pacifica Hybrid models
L and LX trims discontinued; Touring now base model
New Red S Appearance package becomes available on the Pacifica Limited trim
All-wheel drive becomes available on the Pacifica AWD Launch Edition models only
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2019 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
A 35th Anniversary Edition for Touring L trims
S Appearance package available on hybrid models
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2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
Entry-level Pacifica L trim debuts
SafetyTec Group is now standard, includes ParkSense® Rear Park Assist with Stop, blind-spot monitoring, and Rear Cross Path Detection
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ standard on all models, along with an upgraded Uconnect® 4 infotainment system
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2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Highlights
First year of the Pacifica minivan and its hybrid variant, which replaced the Chrysler Town & Country minivan
Plug-in hybrid capable of an EPA-estimated 33 miles of electric-only range
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Reliability
RepairPal gave the Chrysler Pacifica an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chrysler Pacifica 1st out of 14 among Minivans.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chrysler Pacifica is $476, compared to an average of $572 for Minivans and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Chrysler Pacifica owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.5 times per year, compared to an average of 1.6 times for Minivans and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 7% for the Chrysler Pacifica, compared to an average of 14% for Minivans and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
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