The new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica family minivan is already on the market and available to buyers. Let's consider its characteristics, parameters, configurations and prices.
Contents of the review:
- The appearance of the novelty
- Minivan interior
- Specifications
- Family car safety
- Options and prices
Family cars aren't always in high demand. There is often a demand for sedan and hatchback passenger cars, as well as crossovers and bulky SUVs. But Chrysler knows their Pacifica minivan has already collected a list of fans and willing to buy.
The Chrysler Pacifica presented in 2016 at the Detroit auto show did not keep dealerships waiting and there are already orders for it. According to the manufacturer, the new Pacifica minivan replaced the already physically and morally obsolete Chrysler Town and Country car. In some ways, the minivan is similar to the new Chrysler 200 sedan.
Exterior of the new minivan Chrysler Pacifica
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan is truly modern in design, both outside and inside. Externally, the front of the minivan is similar to the new Chrysler 200 sedan. For the most part, the designers tried to use smooth and soft body features.
A V-shaped radiator grille was placed in the center in the front, and the Chrysler logo was placed in the central part. In the Pacifica hybrid model, the radiator grille will be made of curved slats, under the shape of the company's emblem. The front optics are somewhat reminiscent of the Mazda 5 optics, but in modern forms, they will be based on halogen lamps, LED optics are not provided by the manufacturer. LED daytime running lights will be mounted at the bottom of the optics. The front bumper was made slightly convex, which gives additional shapes to the minivan.
The lower part of the bumper Chrysler Pacifica is decorated with an additional grill for engine airflow. This time, the engineers decided to deviate from the usual standards. The front-view camera and other systems were placed not on the upper grill, but on the lower one, with that opening and in the center. On the sides of the bumper there are halogen-based foglights, LED ones will be available only in the maximum configuration of the minivan.
The hood of the novelty is not large, as it should be for a minivan. From the front optics, the designers made two bends to the windshield. The front arches are equipped with turn signal repeaters, which are most often found in Chrysler cars.
The side of the Chrysler Pacifica is decorated with a curved line from the foglights, above the arches and to the rear optics under the side windows. There is another horizontal line at the level of the door handles. Since this is a minivan, the rear doors open when driving backwards. The door handles are located side by side for convenience and beauty. Side mirrors for design and convenience were placed on the doors, and not in the corner of the front glass, as manufacturers usually do. For the basic configuration of the Pacifica LX and Touring, door moldings are not expected, in other trim levels they are standard.
The rear of the Chrysler Pacifica minivan is shaped somewhat like a crossover and at the same time a hatback. Half of the rear trunk lid is occupied by glass; above it, a spoiler with a stop repeater is placed. A wiper was placed at the bottom of the glass, the rear optics were divided into two parts, one of them is large, located on the trunk lid. The smaller part is on the pillar of the case, with a designer insert on the top. Between the optics, they placed the Chrysler emblem, under it a handle for opening the trunk, and a rear-view camera next to it. On the rear arches, as well as on the front, there will be inserts, fog lamps repeaters, which are located at the very bottom of the rear bumper, emphasizing them on top with a chrome strip.
Regarding the roof of the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan, depending on the configuration, it can be either conventional or panoramic, covering the first and last rows, and this is, in fact, almost the entire roof (only for the maximum configuration Limited). Roof rails were also placed on the roof for attaching an additional trunk or transporting oversized cargo. For example, for a family, it can be several bicycles on a train far from home. At the very end of the roof of the Chrysler Pacifica, engineers placed a shark fin antenna.
Regardless of the configuration of the Chrysler Pacifica, each owner will be able to additionally install accessories, which have already been invented by the company's engineers. These are auxiliary fasteners for the towbar, various devices for transporting cargo and other devices for the convenience of traveling over long distances.
The dimensions of the new Pacifica minivan are:
- length 5171 mm;
- width 2296 mm;
- height 1775 mm;
- wheelbase 3089 mm.
As standard, the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan is mounted on branded 17 ″ alloy wheels. For an additional fee, you can install 18 ″ or 20 ″ alloy wheels with different stamping.
Since the Chrysler Pacifica is a family minivan, it will not see bright colors. The manufacturer offers the following colors:
- burgundy;
- silver;
- White;
- Navy blue;
- pearl;
- dark brown;
- Gray;
- cream;
- dark black;
- granite.
If we take the whole new Chrysler Pacifica minivan, then the new items turned out to be quite attractive from the outside. The body shape and fit are similar to those of a family car. Thus, Chrysler once again proved that it can make comfortable and beautiful family minivans. Depending on the equipment, the edging, both outside and inside, can be chrome-plated.
Salon minivan Chrysler Pacifica 2017
The interior did not run far from the exterior, and to be honest, the features of a comfortable and well-thought-out minivan are in many ways visible. As befits a family, Chrysler Pacifica is designed for full three seating rows, or rather seven seats including the driver. This is not a little, but often those who buy such cars have not a small family.
The large front panel is highlighted by the 8.4 ″ touchscreen multimedia system. The system can easily synchronize with a smartphone, be it Android or iOS, and control it. Navigation maps will also be displayed here, as well as images from cameras around the Chrysler Pacifica. On the right and left of the display, there are air vents, which are now very popular with various manufacturers in display layout and air vents, and just below the display is a modern gear selector. It is worth noting that only an automatic transmission will be available in the Chrysler Pacifica. Instead of the usual bulky lever, there will now be a round handle, and here is the button for the electromechanical parking brake. To the right of the checkpoint is the air conditioning control unit for the base and Touring trim levels of the Chrysler Pacifica; in more expensive trim levels of the minivan, climate control will be available. Three-zone in all cases, will allow you to adjust the temperature for each row separately.
Between the front seats of the Chrysler Pacifica, there is a sufficiently spacious box with a cooling function, here, next to it, there are two cup holders, which can also both warm and cool drinks.
Let's go back to the front panel, or rather the dashboard. Chrysler's modern style and technology have not spared her. In the center between the devices, the designers have placed a 7 ″ color touchscreen display. But the sensors themselves were left mechanical. On the right is the speedometer, on the left is the tachometer. The backlight can be changed depending on the wishes of the driver in the settings of the on-board system.
The steering wheel of the minivan is made in the style of Chrysler, the company emblem is located in the center. On the two side spokes, the maximum number of buttons was placed to control various functions of the car. Behind the wheel are the cornering knobs and the engine Start / Stop button, which speaks of keyless access to the Chrysler Pacifica.
Regarding the second and third row of Chrysler Pacifica seats, there is plenty of space, and if necessary, the second row seats can be easily folded and reclined forward. It is worth noting that in the second-row seats, designers have installed two armrests for each seat.
The upholstery for the Chrysler Pacifica will be available in fabric, leather and perforated leather. With regard to interior colors, the manufacturer offers:
Fabric colors for LX and Touring:
- black;
- light gray;
- dark gray.
Leather McKinley available for Touring-L:
- black;
- gray;
- combined dark gray and light gray.
The Chrysler Pacific Touring-L Plus uses perforated McKinley leather:
- combined dark black and light black;
- gray;
- combined dark gray and light gray.
To complete the Pacifica Limited, perforated Nappa leather is used:
- black;
- gray;
- brown.
The Chrysler Pacifica Touring Hybrid will only be available in cloth upholstery, while the Limited Hybrid will be available in gray and black perforated Nappa leather.
Not to say that the choice of upholstery or options is large, but this is only the beginning of the release of the Chrysler Pacifica model, and even more so this is a family minivan, there is simply no point in talking about bright colors. Dealerships say that for an additional fee, the car can be equipped with an additional seat in the second row. Thus, making the second row of the Pacifica solid and complete. There will be less comfort, as to let the passengers out from the third row, someone will need to leave the second row.
The perimeter of the cabin will be equipped with 13 speakers for the regular configuration and 20 for the maximum configuration of the Chrysler Pacifica. For the second and third row, you can connect to the audio jack and listen through your headphones.
This is not yet a complete list of features that are available in the new Chrysler Pacifica family minivan. The novelty has already conquered the market among fans of this type of car and is gaining more and more sales.
Specifications Chrysler Pacifica 2017
The new Chrysler Pacifica minivan will not delight the buyer with an especially wide variety. In the regular model, a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 gasoline engine will be hidden under the hood. 24 valves, a nine-speed automatic transmission will be installed in pair with it. The power of such a unit is 287 horses, and the maximum torque is 356 Nm. Fuel consumption in the city is 13 liters. for 100 km. paths. Outside the city, the novelty will eat 11.9 liters. The volume of the fuel tank of a conventional Chrysler Pacifica minivan is 63 liters.
It's no secret that the Chrysler Pacifica family also has a hybrid minivan. Hidden under the hood is a 3.6-liter V6 hybrid petrol unit. Despite being a hybrid model, the engine produces 248 hp, although often more horsepower than the regular model. Maximum torque 312 Nm. The engine is paired with the same nine-speed automatic transmission. Driving only on an electric motor, the Chrysler Pacifica has a range of up to 48 km. With a full tank and a hybrid, the car will cover a maximum of 853 km.
If you believe the passport data for the Chrysler Pacifica hybrid minivan, then the fuel consumption per hundred is only 2.94 liters, but many immediately said that this is far from true, perhaps with the most economical driving.
Inside, the hybrid is no different from the regular Pacifica, but on top of the central panel, closer to the windshield, a sensor based on LEDs is located. It will show the relative percentage of the hybrid installation.
Many will say that it would be good to increase the list of engines, since some need more powerful ones, others easier. Chrysler engineers decided to limit it to only one engine size. Although they promise the appearance of a diesel engine in this car line.
Safety and comfort systems of the Pacifica minivan 2017
Since Chrysler Pacifica is a family minivan, comfort and safety should be at the maximum level, the company's engineers have taken this into account as much as possible. The standard set of safety systems includes airbags for the driver and front passenger, these are standard and for the legs to prevent knee impact.
Side airbags will be installed for the second and third row of passengers, and side curtains will be installed around the perimeter of the entire minivan. Also, the second and third row will be equipped with a full set of seat belts and child seat fasteners. The side rear doors of Chrysler will be equipped with both standard latches so that the doors cannot be opened from the inside, and additional electronic ones. This will allow the Chrysler Pacifica doors to be opened without touching the handle, that is, remotely. The latter, in turn, are similar to parental controls.
With active security systems, the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan will be equipped with a blind spot monitoring system, all-round cameras around the perimeter. Thus, despite the long body, the driver will get the most complete picture around the car when parking or reversing. To assist the driver in parking, a parking assistant system and a full set of sensors and sensors will be installed. The system will automatically calculate the most convenient trajectory and how to avoid an obstacle, as well as park the car on its own.
The trailer system will calculate the maximum allowable load and indicate how much fuel will be consumed. Tire pressure monitoring will immediately alert the driver if the tire is damaged. This is not yet a complete list of Chrysler Pacifica equipment, as each customer can individually select additional systems and functions.
It will be quite interesting to have a built-in vacuum cleaner, which can be easily removed in the parking lot or in an unforeseen situation. Depending on the selected Chrysler Pacifica configuration, the buyer can equip additional packages for hot or cold climates. If the package for cold latitudes is chosen, then the Chrysler minivan will be equipped with heating functions as much as possible. This is the heating of all seats, the windshield, various vehicle fluids, as well as the fuel system itself or the hybrid system as a whole. In the case of hot latitudes, Chrysler Pacifica will be equipped with a maximum set for cooling the interior and engine of the minivan. Many systems are designed for the comfort and safety of passengers, especially for children.
Price and configuration Chrysler Pacifica 2017
The family minivan Chrysler Pacifica was divided into conventional and hybrid variants. Each of the types has several configurations, the usual one has five, and the hybrid version has only two.
The usual Chrysler Pacifica has differences both inside and outside, in a hybrid train it is mainly in the presence or absence of additional control and monitoring systems.
The cost and configuration in a conventional Pacifica minivan (prices are indicated for the initial cost of the package):
- LX from $ 28595;
- Touring from $ 30495;
- Touring L from $ 34,495;
- Touring L Plus from $ 37,895;
- Limited from $ 42495.
A hybrid version of the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan starts from:
- Touring Hybrid from $ 41,995;
- Limited Hybrid from $ 53,995.
Prices are certainly not small for a family minivan, but still, the hybrid version is the first in its class among other manufacturers. As a result, there are already quite a few buyers for the hybrid variant, even in the maximum configuration. In general, the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan in both versions turned out to be good and very comfortable. Indeed, this car is a small family bus in which Chrysler has collected all the necessary functions.
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