Chrysler unveils refreshed Pacifica minivan at New York Auto Show with styling tweaks and updated features.
The debut of the updated Chrysler Pacifica minivan has been anything but typical. Back in February, the automaker shared photos on social media showing the vehicle completely uncovered during winter testing. By March, dealer lot images and even the pricing sheet had already leaked. Now the refreshed minivan has finally made its official appearance at the New York International Auto Show.
The updated model features a fully redesigned front end with a sharper, more angular look. Vertical headlights are connected by a horizontal light bar that incorporates a new brand badge and illuminated accent lighting. On higher trims, the lighting system can even perform a short welcome animation.
The traditional grille has been narrowed, while the lower bumper intake has grown wider. Aside from newly styled wheels, the minivan’s side profile remains largely unchanged. At the rear, the Pacifica receives slightly revised taillight graphics and an updated logo.
That same badge now appears on the steering wheel inside the cabin. Otherwise, interior changes are minimal beyond new upholstery color combinations and small decorative updates. The feature list now includes a power liftgate with adjustable opening height and an expanded Safety Sphere driver-assistance package. This system adds blind-spot monitoring that activates when turn signals are engaged and a camera-view system designed to improve visibility while maneuvering in tight spaces.
Chrysler also kept one of the Pacifica’s signature features: the Stow ’n Go seating system, which allows the second- and third-row seats to fold flat into the floor, creating a large cargo area.
Early expectations suggested the minivan would adopt the new Hurricane 4 Turbo engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 329 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. In reality, no mechanical changes were made. The Pacifica continues with the naturally aspirated 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, producing 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The hybrid version based on the same V6 powertrain has not returned.
Interestingly, all of the styling and equipment updates apply only to higher-end trims of the refreshed Pacifica, priced from about $44,500 to $58,200. The entry-level Pacifica LX, starting at roughly $41,500, carries over with the previous exterior design.
In effect, this base model now fills the role once held by the Chrysler Voyager, which has been dropped from the lineup, leaving the Pacifica as Chrysler’s only minivan offering.