Minivans have long been the workhorses of the automotive world but today vans have ascended from a boxy commuter image. The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica's design has set new ambitions for the minivan segment. It's the most curvaceous van which does not compromise on practicality and economy. Though not much has changed since its revamp in 2015, it's still going strong with the mantle of the most handsome minivan in town.
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Ratings
Pricing And Features
8.7
Engine And Performance
7.7
Fuel Economy
4.0
Interior
8.6
Exterior
8.0
Safety
8.0
Competition
7.5
7.6
OVERALL RATING
Expert Review, Pricing Analysis and Buying Guide
7.6
Overall Rating
Starting from the base price of $26,985, the Pacifica comes in six trim levels harboring a similar 3.6L V6 engine paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The engine drills out 287 horsepower and 262-pound feet of torque. Despite being a minivan the Pacifica is pretty zippy to drive. With class-leading mileage and all-star safety rating the Pacifica is all set to change the minivan segment for good.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Front Angle View
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Rear Angle View
8.7/10 Pricing and Features
7.7/10 Engine and Performance
4.0/10 Fuel Economy
8.6/10 Interior
8.0/10 Exterior
8.0/10 Safety
7.5/10 Competition
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Pricing and Features
8.7/10
The Pacifica is huge and crafted to home a diverse family similar to Pacifica's lineup. There are six major trims: L, LX, Touring Plus, Touring L, Touring L Plus, and Limited. There is also a Hybrid variant for the Pacifica. Chrysler features a monochromic 3.6L V6 engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission. The Base trim is loaded with features and it gets better with each trim. The Base L trim starts as low as 27 grand and goes all the way to 45 grand. The Pacifica is a Front wheel drive.
Trim
L
LX
Touring Plus
Touring L
Touring L Plus
Limited
MSRP
$26,985
$29,795
$33,245
$36,545
$39,395
$44,445
Key
Features
17-inch steel wheels
Automatic headlights
Chrome exterior trim
Eight-way power passenger seat with power lumbar adjustment
Heated steering wheel
18-inch wheels
Rearview camera
Driver information display
Foglights
Heated front seats
Heated second-row seats
LED foglights
Heated mirrors
Body-colored exterior trim
LED taillights
Second- and third-row retractable sunshades
8.4-inch touchscreen
Hands-free liftgate and hands-free sliding doors
Keyless entry (for the driver door only) and ignition
Alloy wheels
Power liftgate
Leather upholstery
Navigation and the Alpine audio system
Premium leather upholstery
Blind-spot monitoring
Automatic engine stop-start system
Power-sliding rear doors
Third-row USB port
Second-row USB port and a power-folding third-row seat
Rear cross-traffic alert
Eight-way power driver seat (with four-way lumbar)
Remote engine start
Ambient lighting
In-vehicle vacuum cleaner
Rear parking sensors
Tri-zone climate control and folding/collapsible second-row Stow 'n Go seats
Full keyless entry
Ventilated front seats
Dual-zone climate control
Satellite radio and a charge-only USB port located in the front row
Two sunroofs (panoramic for the first two rows and an additional fixed sunroof above the third row)
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Automatic climate control
Xenon headlamps
A 60/40-split folding third-row seat
Driver-seat memory settings
We Recommend
If you are looking for a reliable machine without making a hole in your pocket then without much thought go with the Pacifica Touring L. This mid-trim level gets appealing features such as leather upholstery, heated front seats, and sunshades. You can also opt for some optional upgrades for this trim such as the Advanced safety package and Premium Audio package. We’ve got some good deals on used Chrysler Pacifica Minivan models, do check them out.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Engine and Performance
7.7/10
It's been three years since there is no change in the design spectrum and so is its powertrain. Inside the hood, the Pacifica hides a 3.6 L V6 engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The power station cranks out 287 horsepower and 262-pound feet of torque. Although there is no other engine option, Pacifica's power is the best in the class. The power delivery is smooth and has plenty of punch for what is needed.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Engine Bay
Initial acceleration is smooth without any delays, the 9-speed automatic transmission is natural but can feel clumsy at times. There is no major disturbance in changing gears though. You can cruise through the freeway without any interruptions.
Models
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
MSRP
$28,340
$27,595
$31,085
$30,285
$27,980
Engine
3.6L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.6L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.5L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.5L V6 Ti-VCT
3.3L V6 Gasoline Direct Injection
Transmission
9 Speed Automatic
6 Speed Automatic
9 Speed Automatic
6 Speed Automatic
8 Speed Automatic
Horsepower
287 hp@ 6400rpm
283 hp@ 6400rpm
280 hp@ 6000rpm
287 hp@ 6100rpm
276 hp@ 6000rpm
Torque
262 ft-lbs@ 4000rpm
260 ft-lbs@ 4400rpm
262 ft-lbs@ 4700rpm
254 lb-ft @ 4500rpm
248 ft-lbs@ 5200rpm
The minivan segment is the land of cut-throat competition. Every brand offering is priced the same and delivers the same power and features. Just for the sake of comparison, the Pacifica is the most powerful minivan in the segment along with Ford Flex.
Acceleration
The engine is punchy but you need to be a little heavy footed to drill out the acceleration. The initial acceleration feels sluggish, but as you jab the pedal with all your might, the Pacifica starts to shine. This boxy van takes 7.4 seconds to complete the 60 mph run, which is pretty fair for a minivan. For the quarter-mile segment, the Pacifica hits the mark in 15.6 seconds, pretty average to other vans in the segment.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica takes 7.4 sec to reach 0-60mph
Models
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
0-60 MPH
7.4 sec
N/A
6.6 sec
7.0 sec
7.9 sec
Quarter mile
15.6 sec
N/A
15 sec
16.8 sec
16.1 sec
Engine
3.6L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.6L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.5L V6 Regular Unleaded
3.5L V6 Ti-VCT
3.3L V6 Gasoline Direct Injection
Emission
(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
8.0
8.9
8.0
9.2
8.4
Though Pacifica's performance is fair it's not the best. The Honda Odyssey is also known as the epitome of minivans is better at accelerating and its 6.6-second acceleration removes all doubts. Then comes the Ford Flex with its competitive 7-second acceleration. Kia Sedona is the potential lager in the lot if you talk about acceleration.
Ride and Handling
The Pacifica is pretty decent and quite maneuverable. The steering is light and has a central feel to it, road communication might be less but the shape steering instincts convey confidence on tricky roads. Then if we jump to body roll, yes there are some. Pacifica's boxy shape sparks body roll at high speeds but it is controllable. The transmission is where you need to improvise, downshifts are long and constantly look for the right gear in traffic.
Braking
Minivans are known for their utilitarian nature and better reliability and one important factor which contributes to Pacifica's reliability is its braking. The pedal is easy to modulate and relatively has a short travel distance and the response is immediate too. The Front brakes are rated at 13 inches and so is the rear. From the speed of 60 mpg the Pacifica took 119 feet to come to a stop.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Wheel
Model
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
Brake Front (in.)
13
11.9
12.6
12.8
12.6
Brake Rear (in.)
13
12
13
13.0
11.9
Curb Weight (lbs.)r
4330
4510
4354
4637
4411
60-0 MPH (ft.)
119
N/A
N/A
125
118
Compared with other vans the Pacifica is a light van, hence the reason for its performance in the panic brake test. Vans like Kia Sedona boast their competitive braking while still having the bulky weight, others like the Ford Flex don't share a similar competitive vibe.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Fuel Economy
4.0/10
If minivans were to trade utility for efficiency, this segment won't have survived. Minivan efficiency is what brings soccer moms or any family guy to the Chrysler's showroom. The V6 is extremely efficient and better than some of the prime players in the minivan segment. In the city, you can expect an efficiency of 18 mpg which stretches to 28 mph on the highway. Together you have a combined mileage of 22 mpg which is pretty average for a minivan.
Model
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
MPG (city)
18
17
19
16
18
MPG (highway)
28
25
28
23
24
MPG (combined)
22
20
22
19
21
Range (city/highway)
342/532
340/500
371/546
298/428
380/506
Tank Capacity (gal)
19.0
20.0
19.5
18.6
21.1
Chrysler's ergonomic numbers are average for the class. When you have vans like Dodge Caravan and Honda Odyssey then competition hits a dead end with no winner, as far as the economy is concerned. The Ford Flex is left dry with its 19 mpg mileage, making it the lager in the lot.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Interior
8.6/10
You can use the Pacifica for daily commuting or for going camping on the weekend, the limit to the versatility of its interior. Pacifica can home seven to eight people at one a time depending on which second-row seating option you pick. You can either go for the bench or the captain's chair.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Dashboard
The seats sit high above the ground but the low ground clearance compensates for the same. Access to the second row is through a sliding door which has a decent opening. The third-row access is easy too and can comfortably accommodate three adults.
Model
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
Passenger capacity
7
7
7
7
7
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
40.1/63.8/41.1
39.8/63.7/40.7
40.7/63.1/40.9
41.8/58.4/42.6
39.8/63.9/40.9
Second
(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
39.6/63.0/39.0
39.3/64.1/36.5
39.5/61.6/40.9
40.5/58.1/44.3
39.4/63.1/41.1
With large windows and thin pillars, visibility is a strong point on the Pacifica. The quality of the interior is nice with a lot of soft touches but the same cannot be said for the poor material used on the steering. The seats feature a stow-n-Go system when the seats could be folded into the floor. Other features like the Conversation mirror gives parents full access to what their children are doing at the back. If you talk about the interior design it is one hell of a minivan and indicates how much minivans have changed in all these years.
Interior Features-
8 Passenger Seating
2 Additional Key Fobs (Fleet)
Alloy Seats
Uconnect 4C Navigation With 8.4" Display
Single Rear Overhead DVD System
Cargo volume
The Pacifica is a big utilitarian when it comes to cargo space. With all seats up the Chrysler delivers 32 cubic feet of cargo volume. A great feature about the Pacifica is the Stow-n-go feature which allows you to fold the second and third-row seats into the floor to open the full cargo bay. The full Pacifica cargo bay is rated at 140. 5 cubic feet which are nice but not the best in the lot.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Luggage Space with Seats Folded
Model
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
Cargo Volume (ft.3)
140.5
140.3
158.0
83.2
142.0
The Honda Odyssey is the best in the lot with its 158 cubic feet of cargo. Other vans like the Caravan and the Kia Sedona are similar to that of the Pacifica. The Ford Flex is the lager with its 83 cubic feet of cargo volume.
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2019 Chrysler Pacifica Exterior
8.0/10
Although the majority of minivans look the same the all-American Pacifica adds a little fair to the design. It's the most curvaceous van modeled over the boxy body which is a strong design statement. The Chrysler's logo and grill look better than ever and feel like it was built exclusively for this van. Despite big dimensions the Pacifica mystic makes it look smaller, however, it's a big van and its cabin says it all.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Top View
Model
Chrysler Pacifica L minivan
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Honda Odyssey LX minivan
Ford Flex SE
Kia Sedona L minivan
Curb weight (lbs.)
4330
4510
4354
4637
4411
Length(in)
203.8
202.8
203.2
201.8
201.4
Width(in)
79.6
78.7
78.5
75.9
78.1
Height(in)
69.9
68.9
68.3
68.0
68.5
Ground clearance (in)
5.1
5.8
4.5
6.0
6.7
Wheelbase (in)
121.6
121.2
118.1
117.9
120.5
Track width (in) F/R
68.3/68.3j
65.6/64.8
67.3/67.2
65.4/65.4
68.7/69
The Pacifica's soft exterior and curvaceous metal sheet make it stand out amongst other minivans. Its Pacifica is 10 inches longer than a full-fledged executive, its width is rated at 79 inches and height at 70 inches. The ground clearance of 5.1 inches which is lower than most of the vans in the segment. The wheelbase is rather large courtesy of the overall length.
Exterior Features
MOPAR Protective Clear Film
Inflatable Spare Tire Kit W/Sealant
MOPAR Running Boards/Splash Guards
MOPAR Splash Guards - Vehicle Set
Tri-Pane Panoramic Sunroof
20" X 7.5" Aluminum Black Noise Wheels
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2019 Chrysler Pacifica Safety
8.0/10
The Chrysler Pacifica features a long list of safety features along with a strong core safety. NHTSA and IIHS tested the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica, and the van excelled in both. IIHS names the Pacifica as its Top Safety Pick+ and NHTSA awarded it with an all-star rating. As said earlier the list of safety features is long with active safety features like blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, cross-traffic alert, and more. Other driver-assist features include automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Competition
7.5/10
2019 Chrysler Pacifica vs Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Caravan is exactly what the idea of an ideal van looks like. It has space for seven and it's a spacious van. Similar to the Pacifica there is enough power to counter the city's traffic and hit the country road on the weekend.
2019 Dodge Caravan Front Angle View
Though it's a decent van and matches everything the Pacifica does, as a buyer, you cannot resist Pacifica's futuristic look. Also, in terms of economy, Chrysler is a little more efficient too. Considering there is not much difference in the price, the Pacifica is a clearly better choice.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica vs Honda Odyssey
The Honda Odyssey is the Chuck Norris of the minivan segment. It's the segment leader and boasts a higher price and power. In terms of dimensions and utility, the Odyssey delivers more than the Pacifica. The fact that this version of the Odyssey was launched last year and it's more practical.
2019 Honda Odyssey Front Angle View
In comparison to the Pacifica, the Odyssey is more nimble and child friendly. However, one thing which is absent in Honda is the Stow 'n Go seats. It's a tough choice, however, the Pacifica brings something with its design.
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Final Verdict
Minivans used to be boxy, ugly, and practical, the type of car you would only buy when you have to, however, the Pacifica has surpassed the traditional minivan image. It's futuristic body and interior makes it the most handsome minivan in the segment. The Chrysler's V6 engine cranks out enough power to do your family's chores in the city and cruise on the highway. The handling is good but not that great, you will find vans with better driving dynamics. Economy and practicality remain unrivaled and average to what other vans deliver.
Overall the price is synonymous with what other brands charge and the innovative design brings out something fresh to the segment.
