The Chrysler Pacifica is a van built from 2004 to 2026 over 2 generations. Most were assembled in Canada — 100% of those on record. Between 2004 and 2026 it grew 14 cm longer and gained 26 kg. Engines offered: Plug-in hybrid, V6. Worth buying? It scores near the top of what we track at 4.5/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Pacifica is
The Chrysler Pacifica is a van that Chrysler built from 2004 to 2026 — 23 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 2017. It has been offered with Plug-in hybrid, V6 power. Its closest siblings in the Chrysler range: Town and Country, Voyager.
Where the Pacifica is built
A badge says where the company is registered; the VIN says where the car was bolted together. We counted the first three characters — the manufacturer identifier — across 6,370 Pacificas on record.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2C4, 2C8, 2A8, 2A4 | 2004-2026 |
Check your own: the first three characters of a Chrysler VIN decide which of these 2 lines your Pacifica belongs to. What every character in a Pacifica VIN means →
Got the full 17 characters? A free VIN check on a Chrysler Pacifica adds what the decoder can't see: open recalls, theft and total-loss records, and the safety ratings for that exact build.
Pacifica generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the Pacifica's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the Pacifica that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-2008 | 505 cm | 296 cm | 2077 kg | - | - |
| 2017-2026 | 519 cm | 310 cm | 2103 kg | +14 cm | +26 kg |
Between 2004 and 2026 the Pacifica gained 14 cm in length (+2.8%) and 26 kg in weight (+1.3%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the Pacifica that is 26 kg against 14 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Chrysler Pacifica tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Pacifica owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Chrysler Pacifica have? Power & range
The Chrysler Pacifica is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.6L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl Plug-in hybrid. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 2 for the Chrysler Pacifica, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.6L · 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | FWD | Regular |
| Plug-in hybrid | 3.6L · 6-cyl | CVT | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Chrysler Pacifica tow? Towing & payload
As a van, the Chrysler Pacifica is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Pacifica's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The Pacifica by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Chrysler Pacifica. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Pacifica | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 98 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Owner complaints | 7,020 filed | What breaks and when |
| Reliability | 4.5 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $1,247/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 2,153 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Chrysler Pacifica?
The Pacifica is a van, built from 2004 to 2026 across 2 generations. Engines offered: Plug-in hybrid, V6.
Where is the Chrysler Pacifica made?
Across 6,370 cars in our records the split is: Canada (100%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the plant's manufacturer and country — that is where these shares come from, not from a press release.
How many generations does the Pacifica have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 2017. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the Pacifica grew 14 cm longer and gained 26 kg.
What is the Chrysler Pacifica warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Pacifica reliable?
It scores 4.5/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Pacifica?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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