2026 Chrysler Pacifica

Chrysler revolutionized family transportation when it invented the minivan back in the ’80s. Tough competition has entered the arena in the decades since then, but the Chrysler Pacifica endures as a popular choice in family transportation. It does a nice job blending user-friendly familiarity with modern innovation in family-oriented features like an onboard vacuum, a rear entertainment system with Amazon Fire TV built in, and a camera and intercom system for monitoring your precious passengers. It’s also the only minivan with Stow ‘n Go seating, allowing all of the back seats to fold flat into the floor. The Chrysler Pacifica is practical, modern, and even luxurious when loaded with options.

Chrysler also offers the more affordable Voyager and the plug-in Pacifica Hybrid, which we review separately.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of minivans, including the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica.

The 2026 model year brings a special 100th Anniversary Edition to the Chrysler Pacifica Lineup. The Pacifica itself hasn’t been around quite that long, but the Chrysler brand continues to celebrate its centennial. This special edition has “Est. 1925” branding on the back, Luster Gray polished wheels, gloss black and semi-gloss Granite Crystal exterior trim, and the Safety Sphere package, which bundles parking sensors and a 360-degree camera.

Although nicely equipped, the Pacifica’s starting price is higher than its in-segment rivals like the Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey. That’s partially because of the Chrysler Voyager, another minivan that the brand treats as a separate model. The Voyager is effectively the affordable base trim of the Pacifica, starting at a little over $40K.

Before buying a Pacifica, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. The Chrysler Pacifica’s resale value is not terrible, but it is among the lowest in the minivan segment. On the flip side, used Pacifica models tend to be common and inexpensive.

The Chrysler Pacifica is powered by a 287-horsepower V6 engine matched with a 9-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. This engine is perfect for a minivan. There’s no shortage of power, making the Pacifica easy to drive, even when loaded with passengers and cargo. On paper and in practice, it’s very similar to the V6 engines that power the Honda Odyssey and Kia Carnival.

We’ve found driving comfort to be one of the Pacifica’s strong suits. For dropping kids off at school and long-distance road trips alike, the pleasant ride quality of the Pacifica makes it an accommodating family vehicle.

The optional all-wheel-drive system ensures the Pacifica is one of the best vehicles for families where the roads get ugly in winter. Granted, the Toyota Sienna also offers all-wheel drive, but we still love to see it as an option on any minivan.

Fuel Economy

The Chrysler Pacifica gets 22 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 20 mpg with all-wheel drive. That front-wheel-drive fuel economy rating is identical to that of the Honda Odyssey and one mpg better than that of the non-hybrid Kia Carnival.

The hybrid-powered Toyota Sienna is more efficient, returning up to 36 mpg, and the available hybrid powertrain in the Kia Carnival gets 33 mpg. However, the plug-in hybrid variant of the Pacifica has lower EPA-estimated fuel costs than both and can go up to 32 miles on electricity alone.

The spacious interior of the Chrysler Pacifica is full of modern amenities and technology. It’s available with premium features like Nappa leather seating, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and wireless phone charging. On the more practical side, you can also get a built-in vacuum cleaner, a “FamCAM” in-car camera system, and a rear entertainment system to make road trips more enjoyable for your passengers. That optional entertainment system still comes with a Blu-Ray/DVD player, and the screens are behind the front headrests, making them hard for third-row passengers to see.

Clearly designed with families in mind, the Pacifica comes standard with Stow ‘n Go seating; the second- and third-row seats can fold flat into the floor. Transforming the Pacfica from a passenger van to a cargo van is nearly effortless, without having to remove heavy seats and find a spot for them in the garage. Stow ‘n Go is our favorite feature that’s unique to the Pacifica; no other minivan has fold-flat second-row seats.

When those seats are in place, there’s no bad seat in the Pacifica. You get 39 inches of second-row legroom, and even the third row is adult-friendly with 36.5 inches of legroom. That’s more third-row legroom than the Kia Carnival, but the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna boast over 38 inches of legroom in the way back. In our testing, the Easy Tilt second-row captain’s chairs made the third row easier to access, even with child car seats installed. Minivans are all about family hauling, and the Pacifica is at the top of its game in this regard.

As for the vast cargo space, dimensions of 32.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 87.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and 140.5 cubic feet behind the first row are close to the average for a minivan. The Pacifica has more cargo space than the Toyota Sienna and much more cargo space than any midsize 3-row SUV.

The Chrysler Pacifica has a nice look with stylish wheels, a sleek light signature, and practical features like sliding doors. A stylish new 100th Anniversary Edition brings Luster Gray polished wheels and Granite Crystal exterior trim to help keep this van looking modern, even though it hasn’t gotten a full redesign since 2017. This is a minivan the kids (and the driver) won’t be embarrassed to climb out of.

Stow ‘n Go seating
The Chrysler Pacifica comes standard with the handy Stow ‘n Go seating system. The second- and third-row seats can fold flat into the floor, giving you tons of cargo space without needing to take any seats out of the van. If you regularly find yourself hauling kids and plywood in the same day, this is a must-have feature.

Available all-wheel drive
This option makes this minivan a good choice for families in snowy climates. All-wheel drive is available on every trim of the Chrysler Pacifica.

Luxurious Pinnacle trim
The Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle is one of the most luxurious minivans on the market. Features like quilted Nappa leather upholstery, lumbar pillows in the second row, Berber carpet, premium audio, and what Chrysler calls the Ultra Console make this a luxury vehicle with family-friendly seating for seven.

Uconnect infotainment system
We love the user-friendly Uconnect infotainment system in the Pacifica. It comes standard with a 10.1-inch screen, SiriusXM, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Safety tech
The Pacifica delivers the peace of mind families expect from a minivan with standard safety features like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.

Stow ‘n Vac
Chrysler knows that minivans can get messy. The available Stow ‘n Vac feature is a Rigid vacuum cleaner behind the second row, making it a little easier to keep the interior clean. We found this especially convenient when things got messy while on a road trip.

The Chrysler Pacifica is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 that makes 287 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the front or all four wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission. This engine’s performance and fuel economy are typical for a V6-powered minivan. More efficient options include the hybrid-powered Toyota Sienna or Kia Carnival and the plug-in hybrid variant of the Pacifica.

The Pacifica has best-in-class towing, but only by a little bit. It can pull up to 3,600 pounds, and its three big rivals all have a 3,500-pound tow rating.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

The Chrysler Pacifica is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. That coverage matches the Odyssey and Sienna, but the Kia Carnival has a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Safety

The Chrysler Pacifica’s safety scores are a bit of a mixed bag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Pacifica the top 5-Star overall safety rating. However, in Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) testing, the Chrysler gets the top “Good” score in the Small Overlap Front test and either “Acceptable” or “Marginal” in every other category. Meanwhile, the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna both earn the coveted IIHS Top Safety Pick awards.