The days of summer are long-awaited here at Landmark Dodge of Morrow, where sun-and-fun attractions such as the Atlanta Beerfest, Flying Colors Butterfly Festival, and Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival are just begging for a full vehicle of your favorite revelers to arrive! The Chrysler Pacifica was the topic of a smashing review on the Edmunds.com blog this week, where the Stow n’ Go seating and all-wheel drive were epic and quite useful sweet spots to consider.
When the “tough gets going” regarding your busy schedule over the summer, it’s very simple to transform the Pacifica from an all-out people hauler to a means of extra comfy cargo transport. It faces firm competition in the “how much longer till we get there” category, as models such as the Toyota Sienna and Kia Carnival are constantly nipping at its heels. There’s also now a Pacifica with a plug-in hybrid powertrain that offers 32 miles of electric-only range, and the 9-speed automatic transmission worked excellently for powering through steep hills and more during the Edmunds team’s rigorous test drive.
The Pacifica’s low doorsills and large door openings make for your latest roundup of adventure-seeking individuals to step in and out easily, and there is also an abundance of adjustable range for the steering wheel and driver’s seat. Large windows all over make for excellent visibility all around, and a minimal occurrence of the dreaded “blind spot”. The optional 360° camera system is a huge advantage when navigating in tight spots such as your nearby big box retail outlet, or the obligatory weekend Trader Joe’s runs for snacks of all sizes!
The Pacifica’s Uconnect infotainment system is a segment-leading application due to its ease of use, excellent tech features, and simplicity of smartphone integration. It starts things off with an extra-large touchscreen featuring very crisp graphics and prompt responses to voice and touch inputs. It features Bluetooth and excellent wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, along with multiple USB ports to keep the devices primed and ready for the journey.
Other available mobile web connections include the very useful Alexa pairing and the Uconnect app that allows inhabitants to control a few of the van’s vital functions from their phones. Since minivans came about to provide a robust sense of utility, they also have become quite popular for their efficient use of space. The Pacifica boasts a deep well for storage directly behind the third-row seat, which offers a power option for ease of use. The Pacifica’s second-row versatility is where it stands out amongst the competition, along with the Stow n’ Go’s simple folding ability.
The Pacifica also provides excellent beachcomber storage with pockets, cupholders, and cubbies for every beloved keepsake your young ones may find during exploration. The Pacifica offers a 3,600-lb maximum tow capacity when properly equipped, along with an official EPA fuel rating of 20 mpg combined (17 city/25 highway). Minivans are designed these days with function in mind, while still offering enough space to bring along an abundance of packed-along fun. The Pinnacle trim level spices things up regarding rear entertainment with the following:
- Dual 10.1-inch touchscreen displays
- Wireless content streaming capability
- Wireless headphones
- HDMI inputs and numerous USB ports
- Blu-ray and DVD player
- FamCam interior-view camera system
