What Is the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica?
The front-wheel-drive Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan that seats seven or eight, depending on its interior configuration. It is offered in both regular gas and plug-in hybrid forms. The Pacifica comes standard with a 287-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine that works with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The plug-in hybrid version delivers an EPA-estimated electric range of up to 32 miles from a 16-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack, with a total gas and electric range of 520 miles. Competitors include the Kia Sedona, Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey.
What’s New on the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica?
A new Red S Appearance Package includes unique badging, 20-inch wheels on gas-only models and 18-inch wheels on the plug-in hybrid, red Nappa leather seats with gray piping and stitching, a 20-speaker Harman Kardon premium stereo and the Uconnect Theater rear entertainment system.
Other changes include a honeycomb grille for the plug-in hybrid, a driver’s seat memory feature for Touring L and Touring L Plus trim levels and a universal garage door opener and second-row sunshades for the Touring trim of the plug-in hybrid.
What Features in the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Are Most Important?
Second-row Stow ‘n Go bucket seats that fold into floor bins remain a distinguishing feature that enhances the Pacifica’s versatility, while the available Uconnect multimedia system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen is easy to use. The available dual-screen Uconnect Theater rear-seat entertainment system is a hit with kids, and the Pacifica Hybrid lets you drive gas-free for shorter trips while still being able to tackle a family road trip.
Should I Buy the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica?
Quiet, comfortable and versatile, the Pacifica minivan impressed us so much that we named it our Best of 2017 when it debuted. We still think it’s a great choice for families, though its occasionally unrefined nine-speed automatic transmission has dampened our enthusiasm a bit. If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly family vehicle, the Pacifica Hybrid is a solid, albeit somewhat expensive, choice.
