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2022 Chrysler Pacifica review

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Chrysler Pacifica highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Stylish inside and out. and comfortable to drive
  • Chrysler's Stow 'n Go® seating system

Cons

  • EPA-estimated fuel economy lags some minivan rivals
  • Automatic transmission can be a bit clunky when shifting

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 25 highway, 20 combined

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Family-friendly 2022 Chrysler Pacifica is an attractive pick

Chrysler extensively revised its useful minivan in 2021, so changes for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica are limited to a few equipment tweaks in the trim levels. The lineup remains Touring, Touring L, Limited, and Pinnacle, and all trims come with comprehensive equipment and the same suite of advanced driver convenience and safety features. In our view, the Touring L offers a nice mix of convenience and luxury features at an attractive price. The Touring L also offers the option of all-wheel drive, though all Pacificas come standard with front-wheel drive and a powerful V6 engine. A plug-in hybrid model allows for battery-only driving on shorter trips.

Inside, there's plenty of space for up to eight, with rear seats that quickly and conveniently fold under the floor via Chrysler's Stow 'n Go® seating system. Overall space isn’t quite as good as in some rivals, with the Honda Odyssey offering a bit more capacity, but you aren't likely to notice. The Pacifica’s easy-to-use infotainment and connectivity count in its favor, while its upscale feel and finish inside and out elevates it among more utilitarian rivals. Capable and comfortable to drive, the Pacifica is a minivan that you might actually desire. That's unusual in this most practical of vehicle classes and boosts its appeal versus not just minivan but also many SUV competitors.

All Chrysler Pacifica years

What is new for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?

  • Pacifica trims have been upgraded with Automated Cruise Control, Automated Parking, Skylight(s), Full Roof Rack, and Tow Hitch as standard equipment this year.
  • The Touring trim now comes with Front Seat Heaters, Rear Sunshade, and Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment.
  • The Pinnacle trim now comes with Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment.
  • The Limited trim now comes with Harman Kardon Sound as standard equipment.

2022 Chrysler Pacifica trims

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Touring:

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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica

1. Room to grow and change

The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan that evolves as life changes. It can start out as a weekend adventure vehicle for singles hauling camping supplies or a kayak—just use the Stow 'n Go® seating system. Are you planning a friend's road trip? You've got second-row and third-row seating to accommodate up to eight passengers. And if you have a family, there's plenty of room for kids and pets, plus that neighbor kid who always tags along!

2. Ready for all weather conditions

With a robust V6 engine under the hood and front-wheel drive, the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica can easily tackle everything from rainy roads to snowy streets. Choosing this weather-ready vehicle means you can get the kids to school on time, every time. Available upgrades include an AWD option—perfect for navigating rural gravel roads—and an optional built-in vacuum to tidy up after dirty shoes and whatever the dog tracked into the van.

3. Impressive performance

Whether you're looking for a spacious vehicle for business travel or you simply want to plan more getaway weekends, you can do so knowing that fueling up won't break the bank. The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica gets an EPA-estimated 28 mpg fuel economy on the highway with FWD and 25 mpg with AWD.

 And if you go for the hybrid, the gas and electric combo yields an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined using gasoline only, and 82 MPGe when using gas and electric power.

4. Plenty of tech features

Don't let the minivan exterior fool you. The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica offers as many connectivity features as sedans and SUVs. You'll find a touchscreen display, device charging ports, and optional integrations for all your family must-haves, including Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, Amazon Fire TV for Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration. That means you can stream music, videos, and movies from your mobile devices to the van, keeping passengers of all ages happy. There's also an optional rear-seat dual touchscreen upgrade to entertain backseat passengers.

5. Easy to maneuver

The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica is loaded with standard features that make driving this larger vehicle a breeze. If you're a parent giving your teen driving lessons, you'll appreciate the 360-degree camera system, distance sensors, and self-parking feature for parallel and perpendicular spaces. And if you're navigating busy interstate on-ramps, you'll also appreciate the blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert and lane keep assist.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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RepairPal gave the Chrysler Pacifica an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chrysler Pacifica 1st out of 14 among Minivans.

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Chrysler Pacifica features and specs

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Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Fold-Away Middle Row
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Sliding Door(s)
  • Quad Seats
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Third Row Seat
  • Traction Control
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.6L

Horsepower

287

Torque (ft-lbs)

262

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

19

Wheelbase

121.6"

Overall length

204.3"

Width

79.6"

Height

69.9"

Leg room

F 41.1"/M 39"/R 36.5"

Head room

F 40.1"/M 39.6"/R 38.7"

Front tires

P235/65HR17

Rear tires

P235/65HR17

Seating capacity

7

Transmission

Automatic

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