![]() Uconnect 5 is straightforward, fast, slick-looking and remains one of the van’s biggest assets. The Uconnect multimedia system has long been a favorite, and the new version doesn’t disappoint. (Read more about the Pacifica Hybrid further down.) Uconnect … Sometimes The 2021 Sienna - available only as a hybrid - is rated 36/36/36 mpg with FWD and 35/36/35 mpg with AWD. When it comes to fuel economy, the Pacifica matches the Odyssey with an EPA-estimated 19/28/22 mpg city/highway/combined rating with front-wheel drive AWD knocks it down to 17/25/20 mpg. AWD is optional on all Pacifica trim levels: Touring, Touring L, Limited and Pinnacle. We slid until the antilock braking system did its thing, which thankfully was only seconds. There was only one situation where the van was outmatched by the weather, and that involved some pretty thick ice, a turn and a hill. After some initial wheel slippage, the system kicked in and provided solid traction to power through the sludge. During my test, it kept us on the road during a couple of literally slippery situations and capably passed the Sudden Wisconsin Blizzard test.Īfter an incident closed the highway, we were routed to a local road clogged with thick, wet snow that had piled on top of a sheet of ice. If any of the Pacifica’s wheels lose traction, the system automatically activates to transfer torque to the wheels that need it. I noticed the occasional rough, abrupt downshift upon deceleration at low speeds around town, but for the most part, the nine-speed was unobtrusive.Īll-wheel drive is a welcome (and timely) addition to the lineup. Power from a stop is ample, and delivery is smooth and linear midrange power on the highway is furnished quickly and naturally. In the 2021 Pacifica, the nine-speed transmission gets the job done with little fuss. Fortunately, the hundreds of owner-submitted powertrain complaints on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s online database for the 2017 model dropped to dozens for the 2018 model, and they’ve dwindled to just over a dozen for the 2019, only a few of which call out hard shifting. This, coupled with a tendency to bang into 2nd gear under moderate acceleration at low speeds, prompted a couple of visits to the dealership that mitigated but never completely eliminated the problem. This problematic nine-speed is found throughout Chrysler’s lineup, and it’s not a favorite at - rough shifting was a persistent aggravation in our long-term 2017 Pacifica. ![]() Power comes from the same 287-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 that was in the previous model, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. It feels more composed in corners than its competitors, and its ride quality is better, too most bumps don’t unsettle it. Despite a long and hulking body, it handles like a smaller vehicle, with a maneuverability unrivaled among minivans. Since its debut for model-year 2017, it’s been the minivan to beat when it comes to comfortable road manners, and that’s still the case. A Van for All SeasonsĬarting kids around can often feel like a chore, but driving the Pacifica doesn’t. A bare-bones version of the Pacifica is sold as the Voyager model, which is more affordable but lacks many of the Pacifica’s tech and safety features. It’s also available with a hybrid powertrain. The minivan competes against the likes of the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. See the 2021 Pacifica compared with the previous model. Versus the competition: With an emphasis on drivability, comfort and heaps of convenience and safety features you may not even know you need, the Pacifica out-minivans other minivans.Ĭhrysler’s minivan was revised for 2021 in two significant ways: All-wheel drive is newly available, and its multimedia system has been updated to the automaker’s latest version, Uconnect 5, which adds goodies such as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a FamCam in-cabin camera system. The verdict: The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica is a lot like my favorite pair of leggings: comfortable, versatile and - with the addition of available all-wheel drive - ready for anything. 2021 Chrysler Pacifica | photo by Jennifer Geiger
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