Used 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Platinum for sale 

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan comes in five trim levels: LX, Touring, Touring-L, Touring-L Plus, and Limited. They are priced at $28,995, $30,995, $34,995, $38,295 and $42,895, respectively. This Pacifica replaces the now discontinued Town & Country minivan. It's built on a new lightweight yet strong body structure and is wrapped up with svelte styling and a handsome-looking and well-finished cabin.

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If you want a vehicle for your big and happy family, the base LX trim is the most sensible choice among all the trims. But if you need hi-tech features as well and more comfort and space, Limited trim or Touring-L trim will do the job. 

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Every 2017 Chrysler Pacifica comes standard with a 3.6-liter V6 that develops 287 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. That power is sent to the front wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. The power and torque figures are quite respectable for the segment and the van seems to be pretty active with the motor under its hood. The refinement levels of the motor are praiseworthy and it won't disturb you inside the cabin even if you decide to drive fast with your family members on board.

The Toyota Sienna is the most powerful van on the list closely followed by the Pacifica. The Kia Sedona takes the third position in terms of performance while the Honda Odyssey takes the bottom place here. However, the Odyssey beats the Sedona marginally in terms of maximum torque output.

Acceleration

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds which is decent according to the minivan standards. This performance disappoints more because it is the lightest car among all, equipped with the highest displacement engine along with some respectable power and torque output figures.

From the data, it is evident that the quickest car in the competition is the Honda Odyssey which sways up from rest to a speed of 60 mph in 6.6 seconds only. The Toyota Sienna comes second whereas, the Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is the slowest model in this segment. 

Handling and Steering

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan flaunts a pleasantly smooth and calm ride, even when riding on the bigger 20-inch wheels. The steering wheel is well-weighted, however, street input is more vague than responsive. There's very little body movement around turns, so travelers won't feel disgusted while the van takes some corners at reasonable speeds.

The overall handling and ride quality is more on the impressive side as compared to its rivals since the Honda Odyssey and the Kia Sedona lack a bit when it comes to offering a supple ride quality.

Braking

The braking performance of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is average at the most. Despite being equipped with a decent set of brake pads, both of which measure 13.0 inches and being the lightest in the segment, it still covers 131 ft. before coming to a complete stop from a speed of 60 mph.

Considering the competition it shows that the Kia Sedona has the best braking performance. It has the highest curb weight among all its competitors but still amazes by its performance by coming to a halt at just 125 ft. Both the Honda Odyssey and the Toyota Sienna has almost similar braking performance which are quite average as per the segment standards.

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The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is a fuel-efficient van that ensures that you will not have to search for gas stations frequently when you are on a ride with your 'big engine' companion along with your family on board. The Chrysler Pacifica Minivan fetches a fuel economy of 19 MPG (city), 28 MPG (highway), and 22 MPG (combined). 

From the data available, we observe that although most of its competitors succeed in getting around the same mileage but still not exactly the same, which gives the Chrysler Pacifica an upper hand over others. The Kia Sedona is the only rival in the segment which offers a sub 20mpg of combined mileage. 

The interior of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is upscale and practical. The cabin is elegantly styled and features a series of premium quality soft-touch materials, which gives a very posh look to the cabin as well. Moreover, the interior is quite practical and is filled with all the necessary features required to enhance one’s ride. The Chrysler Pacifica seats seven people in its standard configuration and can handle up to eight if you choose the optional second-row bench seat. 

The front seats are supportive and comfortable, even on long road trips. Every seat of the three rows is roomy and fit for seating grown-ups. However, there is a trade-off to Pacifica's second and third rows. These Stow and Go seats overlay advantageously into the floor, making it simple to change over the Pacifica from traveler van to freight hauler in a moment or two.

All things considered, these seats aren't as agreeable or as movable as the ones you'll discover in rivals like the Odyssey and Sienna. The Toyota Sienna is the most spacious van on the list along with comfortable seats and a plush cabin, however, it does fall short in terms of the interior features in front of the Pacifica.

The major interior features of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan include:

• Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
• An eight-way power driver seat (with four-way power lumbar)
• Three-zone climate control
• A tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
• Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
• Heated Steering Wheel

Infotainment Features

The infotainment features list of the 2017 Pacifica Minivan is decent. The system is responsive and easy to use. The main infotainment unit contains a UConnect 5.0-inch touch screen, which contains a user-friendly user interface, sharp graphics, and quick responses to inputs.

The standard infotainment features of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan include:

• Apple CarPlay 
• AM/FM radio
• Bluetooth
• USB ports
• Voice commands
• Six-speaker sound system 

Cargo

Behind the third-row seats, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan offers 32.3 cubic feet of luggage space. Fold those seats down, and 87.5 cubic feet becomes available. The maximum cargo capacity is 140.5 cubes. These capacities are typical for the latest batch of minivans.

The cargo space offered in the Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is the least in the segment. Although it is the biggest car in competition in terms of exterior dimensions, it fails to impress when it comes to cargo capacity. The Toyota Sienna, on the other hand, proves to be the car with the largest cargo space; offering 150.0 cubic feet of space when the second and third-row seats are collapsed. It is followed by the Honda Odyssey. The Kia Sedona trails the Pacifica closely in terms of overall cargo capacity.

The exterior of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is quite stylish and the design is just at par with the segment. Chrysler has somewhat made an attempt to move out of the regular designing of a minivan and make things a bit unconventional. The front end has a slim, sleek nose like the ones on the sedans. The side glass is trimmed in chrome, and the rear pillars kick back with a relaxed style. The sliding doors cover their tracks under the rear windows. 

The van is quite big in size, measuring 203.6 inches in length, 79.6 inches in width, and 69.9 inches in height, none of its competitors is even close to these numbers. Although it offers relatively less ground clearance, this fact can be neglected over its other dimensions.

From the data provided, it is evident that the Chrysler Pacifica is the biggest model in this segment. Its closest competitor is the Honda Odyssey whereas, the Toyota Sienna the smallest and the lightest model in the segment.

The highlighted exterior features of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan include:

• Black Stow N Place Roof Rack
• MOPAR Running Boards/Splash Guards
• Inflatable Spare Tire Kit W/Sealant
• 17 X 7.0 In. Alloy Wheels
• Chrome Fenders
• LED Headlights

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan has been awarded an overall 5-star rating by the NHTSA, while the IIHS has given most of its safety features “Good” and “Superior” ratings. The Chrysler Pacifica Minivan indeed doesn’t compromise on the integrity and effectiveness of its safety features and comes with a decent reliability aspect as well. It includes a plethora of safety features such as strategically placed airbags, LATCH system, a Security Alarm, and a surround-view camera.

Some of the other standard safety features included in the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan include:

• Blind-Spot Monitoring
• Electronic Parking Brake with Safe Hold
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Forward Collision Warning Plus LaneSense
• Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Chrysler Pacifica Vs. Honda Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey is another best-positioned minivan. The Odyssey's solid engine and composed handling make it equivalently enjoyable to drive. The Honda additionally has also high efficiency (up to 19/27 mpg city/interstate) and a smooth ride. With regards to tech and accommodation features, the Odyssey is about comparable to the Pacifica. 

Both offer extraordinary rear-situate amusement frameworks and even a locally available vacuum cleaner. The basic contrast is found in the back. The Odyssey has comfier second-push seats, yet you'll need to expel these substantial seats to completely boost payload space. The Pacifica's Stow 'n Go rear seat overlay level into the floor. Both are fine alternatives in this class, yet the Pacifica is more down to earth, and consequently quicker witted to purchase.

Chrysler Pacifica Vs. Toyota Sienna

The Toyota Sienna separates itself from every other minivan with its accessible all-wheel-drive framework. The Sienna and the Pacifica are comparatively fuel productive, agreeable even on unpleasant streets, and very much furnished with easy-to-understand tech features. 

Again in Toyota too, while the second-push seats are comfortable, you need to evacuate them physically for the most extreme freight space. Generally speaking, the Pacifica has more of an incentive than Sienna for your cash and will be the pick among these two.

Chrysler Pacifica Vs. Kia Sedona

The Kia Sedona is the cheapest car in the segment and is equipped with the least displacement engine. Despite this fact, it manages to produce a fair amount of torque and power. Talking about acceleration, it is one of the slowest cars in competition, but not as slow as the Pacifica. The braking performance of the Kia Sedona is best in class as it takes 125 ft, to come to rest, unlike its opponent which covers a massive distance of 131 ft. 

The Pacifica Minivan is the most fuel-efficient car, whereas its opponent being the greatest fuel sipper. The Chrysler Pacifica Minivan has more spacious and hi-tech interiors than the Kia Sedona and is equipped with better safety and infotainment features. Hence, between these two cars, the Pacifica Minivan is the better choice.

Gone are the days when vans looked like a boring automobile and taking a ride in them was even a more lifeless experience. The 2017 Pacifica completely a different vehicle, its cabin looks extravagant and whatever remains of the inside, offers the utility you expect in a minivan, and then some more. A host of modern tech features include dynamic journey control, an around-see camera, and even a built-in vacuum cleaner.

The van's brilliant interior features and a strong performance along with a spacious cabin makes it one of the most desirable minivans within the segment. Overall, Chrysler Pacifica Minivan is an excellent traveling car that can accommodate a good number of people, is powerful, has a decent fuel economy, and delivers excellent value for money as well.