Download Print All-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Named a Car and Driver 10Best Chrysler Pacifica Wins Segment for First-ever 10Best ‘Trucks and SUVs’ List Car and Driver’s “10Best Trucks and SUVs” expands the 10Best franchise and recognizes the excellence throughout the marketplace to include SUVs, crossovers, pickups and vans The most awarded minivan this year, the all-new Chrysler Pacifica reinvents the minivan segment with an unprecedented level of functionality, versatility, technology and bold styling Nominees consist of all-new or significantly updated vehicles in the burgeoning ranks of utility vehicles that fall under the base-price cap of $80,000 and have an on-sale date in January 2017 December 6, 2016 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Experts at Car and Driver have named the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica to their “10Best Trucks and SUVs” list, recognizing 2017’s best trucks, SUVs and crossover vehicles with base prices under $80,000. An expansion of the 10Best franchise, which has awarded the 10 best cars on the market in each January issue for the past 35 years, the 10Best Trucks and SUVs awards are organized around segments and recognize one honoree from each segment. According to Car and Driver, “The Pacifica’s independent rear suspension allows a low cargo load floor while improving ride quality and rough-road handling sophistication. Most Pacificas come with a strong, 287-hp 3.6-liter V-6 engine, nine-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, a combination that returned an impressive 31 mpg during our 200-mile, 75-mph highway fuel-economy test. Chrysler also offers a plug-in-hybrid variant that’s EPA-rated to travel 33 miles on battery power alone.” The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica reinvents the minivan segment with an unprecedented level of functionality, versatility, technology and bold styling. Re-engineered from the ground up on an all-new platform, the Pacifica delivers class-leading gasoline and hybrid powertrains to the minivan segment. With more than 100 available safety and security features, the all-new 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 and has earned its spot as the most awarded minivan of the year. The Pacifica Hybrid takes this revolutionary vehicle a step further with its class-exclusive, innovative advanced and class-exclusive hybrid powertrain. It’s the first electrified vehicle in the minivan segment and achieves 84 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) in electric-only mode and 33 miles of all-electric range. About Car and Driver Car and Driver is known for its expert editorial team that is highly regarded by car enthusiasts and automotive manufacturers for its integrity, engineering insights and high standards. The magazine is published monthly by Hearst, boasting the largest audience of any monthly automotive magazine. The Car and Driver brand is also a leading online source of information for automotive enthusiasts and in-market car buyers, delivering comprehensive coverage of the automotive landscape to 13 million users each month. The brand extends across many platforms, including digital, radio, mobile apps, events, custom marketing programs and integrated marketing databases. Follow Car and Driver on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Chrysler Brand Chrysler marks its 100th anniversary in 2025, honoring Walter P. Chrysler's legacy of innovation, engineering excellence and beautiful, affordable designs. As the brand celebrates this milestone, the future looks bright with exciting new releases: a refreshed Chrysler Pacifica in 2026, a new crossover soon after and a third product inspired by the Halcyon concept. The Chrysler Pacifica, the most awarded minivan ever, continues to lead the segment it created more than 40 years ago. The Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid, the first electrified minivan in its class, achieves 82 MPGe, with an all-electric range of 32 miles and a total range of 520 miles. With class-leading safety features and available all-wheel drive, Pacifica is designed for modern families. Chrysler will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of its exclusive Stow ‘n Go seating and storage system in 2025, as well as the return of the budget-friendly Chrysler Voyager to the lineup. Chrysler is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com. Follow Chrysler and company news and video on: Company blog: http://blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com Chrysler brand: www.chrysler.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/chrysler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrysler X (Twitter): www.twitter.com/chrysler or @StellantisNA YouTube: www.youtube.com/chrysler or https://www.youtube.com/StellantisNA