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The Chrysler Pacifica is the minivan sales leader, garnering more than a third of the segment's sales in 2024. Although off to a slow start in 2025, the brand that created the family van remains a top seller. Last updated in 2021, the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica features some notable updates.
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Chrysler streamlines the Pacifica lineup by removing the entry level Touring and Touring L trims. The all new Select replaces them. The Limited and Pinnacle trims remain available for the gasoline-only model, with the former now coming standard with the S Appearance package. The Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is not offered in a Limited trim. Still, it does include a similarly equipped S Appearance version and a Family Adventure Vehicle (FAV) Edition for the 2025 model year.
New standard amenities prioritize comfort and convenience, including second-row one-touch windows, premium carpets, a universal garage door opener, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The Premium Group is a new optional package for the hybrids.
The Pacifica gas model is available in front wheel-drive (FWD) and all wheel-drive (AWD) versions, with prices starting at $44,445, including the destination charge, for the Select FWD model and increasing to $59,720 for the Pinnacle AWD model. The Pacifica Hybrid price ranges from $53,050 to $62,275, but it is only available with FWD.
For this 2025 Pacifica review, Chrysler provided a test vehicle equipped with Limited AWD trim and the following options:
The test vehicle's manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) was $59,660, including the $1,995 destination charge to ship the minivan to your local dealership from the Windsor, Ontario, Canada, assembly plant.
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Streamlining the trim lineup and adding more standard creature comforts help keep the Chrysler Pacifica a strong contender in the competitive minivan segment.
Pacifica competitors include the long-standing Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna, as well as the newcomer, the Kia Carnival. Although it is a first-generation nameplate, the Pacifica's 2017 introduction and 2021 update feel outdated compared to its more recently refreshed minivan rivals. For example, the next "oldest" model is the Sienna, which Toyota completely redesigned for 2021, while the Carnival and Odyssey received refreshes within the last two years.
However, transporting people can be time consuming and sometimes involves logistical chaos. Reducing trim levels and including everyday basics like carpeted floor mats in the base price helps families focus on what really matters—family stuff. In comparison, the Sienna is available in six trims. Toyota and Kia also charge extra for floor mats on vehicles starting at around $40,000.
The same applies to the universal garage door opener, second-row one-touch windows, and auto-dimming mirror. Only Honda offers all these features as standard on the Odyssey. In contrast, Kia and Toyota include some as standard, with others available as options or part of higher trim levels.
Moms, dads, and team chauffeurs have little patience and time for perks gauging. Instead of checking off a list of options, the Pacifica provides a straightforward solution in a well-equipped minivan.
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Unfortunately, simplicity here results in dullness. The new Pacifica Limited trim likely aims to add a sporty touch to the minivan segment. However, the black-on-black theme of the now-standard S Appearance package comes across as dull and uninspired.
According to Chrysler, the S Appearance package has been included on one out of every three Pacifica vehicles since its launch in 2017. From that perspective, turning the popular package into basically its own trim level is an obvious choice. However, the dark color scheme gives off an impersonal vibe.
To prevent the plain interior from becoming too dull, the S Appearance package features Light Diesel Grey accents, including seat piping and upholstery stitching. However, the contrast is subtle against the Limited trim's black interior theme, from the leather seat color to the dashboard to the headliner. Only the top-tier Pinnacle offers a striking design contrast, featuring a sepia-toned quilted Nappa leather set within an all-black cabin.
All 2025 Pacifica trims are available in five base exterior colors: red, blue, white, black, and gray. For the Limited trim, the Anodized Ink (black) badging is almost hidden against my test vehicle's dark Fathom Blue premium pearl paint.
If anything might suggest aggression or a certain attitude, it would be the Limited's 20-inch Foreshadow-painted wheels. The black wheels (what other color is there?) are more distinctive than the aluminum finishes offered on the Select and Pinnacle trims.
Aside from appearance, making minivans appealing is no easy task. Since the segment emphasizes comfort and spaciousness, I'll overlook the Pacifica's lack of style. Every seat is perfect for long naps, and what the minivan lacks in fashion sense it makes up for with clever storage solutions. The hidden Stow 'n Go underfloor bins remain an innovative engineering feat, and the Pacifica leads in this area with over 8 cubic feet of total storage.
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The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter V6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. It delivers a class-leading 287 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, only matched by the Kia Carnival in terms of horsepower. With available AWD, the Pacifica also leads the way in towing capacity, capable of pulling up to 3,600 pounds.
Nevertheless, the minivan's driving manners are as expected. My time behind the wheel was brief, during a rain-soaked afternoon in northeastern Wisconsin. About three hours north of Chicago, I drove the Pacifica through acres of gridded farmland.
In return, the Pacifica offered a suspension similar to riding on a marshmallow. No doubt comfortable, but possibly a bit too lazy. But really, what was there to be upset about? So what if each turn felt like danger was around the corner? If I were traveling with my family, I'm sure they'd prefer the minivan's steady yet purposeful pace over my failed attempts at red-light drag racing.
Also, despite the lack of steering feel, my test vehicle did offer some handling precision, which might be due to it being AWD. Not particularly sporty, mind you, but the steering wheel travel wasn't completely numb or unresponsive either.
The Chrysler Pacifica's fuel economy is EPA-rated at 22 mpg combined for FWD models. When equipped with AWD, the figure drops to 20 mpg. Regrettably, I was unable to drive many miles with the Pacifica to gauge its real-world fuel consumption.
However, it's important to note that gas mileage comparisons among the different minivans won't be straightforward. For example, although the Honda Odyssey achieves the same FWD fuel economy, it offers no AWD option. The same goes for the Kia Carnival, which is also only available in FWD. The Toyota Sienna offers AWD, but since its hybrid powertrain is standard, it's an apples-to-apples comparison with a caveat. Additionally, unlike its gas-powered twin, the Pacifica Hybrid is exclusively FWD and is the only PHEV in the group.
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The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica received minor but notable updates, especially in comfort and convenience. However, these changes were minor compared to those of newer, more modern minivans. While the Pacifica was a top seller in 2024, so far in 2025, the story is very different.
Through June 2025, the Pacifica ranks second in minivan sales, behind the surging Sienna, which experienced a 61-percent year-over-year increase. In fact, all minivans saw double-digit gains, except for the Pacifica, which fell a staggering 29 percent. Since the minivan is currently the only model in Chrysler’s lineup, the brand needs to do more to stay relevant. Legroom and legacy are important, but they won't be enough, especially as consumers are more eager than ever to get more value for their money.
Chrysler recently signed a Generation-Z pro quarterback as a brand ambassador, which could indicate a significant shift in demographics. Of course, a minivan will always be viewed as a family hauler. Still, as the next generation of commuters blurs the line between family and friends, minivans might gain popularity as the preferred vehicle among those who value authenticity over appearances. If the focus is on substance rather than style, Chrysler and the Pacifica could still have a chance at survival.
A seasoned content creator and communications professional, Beverly Braga previously managed product communications for Kia and Mazda. On the editorial side, in addition to JDPower.com, Beverly has developed and produced numerous video series for Hagerty as well as written for Capital One, CarGurus, Digital Trends, The Drive, Motor1, and The New York Daily News.
