Chrysler Pacifica Named to Car and Driver’s Best Van

Chrysler Pacifica Named to Car and Driver’s Best Van

Car and Driver has named the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica to their “10 Best Trucks and SUVs” list as the winner in the Van category, the second consecutive year that the Pacifica has been honored.

For 36 years Car and Driver has recognized the 10 best cars in the industry. They based their evaluations on three key aspects, overall value, fulfillment of the vehicle’s mission, and the level of the user’s experience.

According to Car and Driver, “In keeping with its mission, the Pacifica moves with aplomb, not overstarched vigor; its suspension is tuned for passenger comfort, while light and faithful steering makes navigating tight parking lots as effortless as knocking back a glass of Yoo-hoo. Even so, the Pacifica proves willing enough to dance down a twisty two-lane road…To all that, the Pacifica also adds an attractive exterior design, ergonomically friendly interior controls, and an infotainment system that’s perhaps the most intuitive and easy to use in all of autodom. It also returned 31 mpg on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test, a boon for long family road trips. The Chrysler Pacifica is a refined tool that is now a two-time 10Best winner.”

The Chrysler Pacifica was completely redesigned in 2017. Chrysler expanded on features like stow ‘n go seating and added a host of family-oriented features. The new Chrysler Pacifica was designed specifically to make family life easier. Since its redesign the Chrysler Pacifica has been widely recognized as the most innovative vehicle in its segment. It was also given 5 out of 5 stars in J.D. Powers Automotive Performance Execution and Layout study winning the award for Top-rated family vehicle.

The innovative safety technology in the Chrysler Pacific is among the best in the industry. A 360 degree surround view camera utilizes four cameras positioned around the vehicle to create a bird’s eye view of your vehicle viewable from your infotainment system. Available ParkSense provides sensors on the front and rear of the vehicle to provide visual and audible warnings while parking. The ParkSense system can even apply the brakes if a collision is detected. The Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist System will control the steering wheel while you park your vehicle giving you on-screen braking and throttle directions.

The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica offers 100 available safety and security features, the Uconnect Theater rear-seat entertainment system, and a full array of comfort and convenience technologies. The Chrysler Pacifica is a no-compromises minivan ideally suited for today’s families.

Technology isn’t the only highlight for this top rated mini-van. It also performs better than the competition in its segment. Equipped Standard with a 3.6L Penstar V6 engine that produces 287 horsepower and 262 ft-lbs of torque. This gives the Chrysler Pacifica a best-in-class towing capacity of 3,600 lbs providing plenty of power to haul those oversized family toys. The 3.6L Penstar V6 engine and nine-speed automatic transmission give the Chrysler Pacifica excellent fuel efficiency rated up to 28MPG highway.

If you are interested in checking out the features and options available on the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica, then schedule a vehicle demonstration at Rairdon’s Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Kirkland today. Our award winning customer service team can help you find the perfect vehicle with all the options your family needs to stay safe and entertained on the road.