2020 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2020 Toyota Sienna
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and 2020 Toyota Sienna contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and the 2020 Toyota Sienna.
In comparing the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica's and the 2020 Toyota Sienna's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2020 Toyota Sienna has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica's and the 2020 Toyota Sienna's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Toyota Sienna is a better car than the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica.
Pricing: A used 2020 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $18,673 to $34,990 while a used 2020 Toyota Sienna is priced between $24,763 to $50,841.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica loses 47.8 percent of its value and the 2020 Toyota Sienna loses 36.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Toyota Sienna retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler Pacifica is 7.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Sienna's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Chrysler Pacifica being ranked 5 out of 7 Best Minivans and the Toyota Sienna being ranked 1 out of 7.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chrysler Pacifica is 6.1 out of 10. For the Toyota Sienna the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Sienna an advantage in reliability compared to the Chrysler Pacifica.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica’s base engine makes 287 horsepower, and the 2020 Toyota Sienna base engine makes 296 horsepower. The Pacifica is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. The Sienna is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. This gives the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Toyota Sienna. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and the 2020 Toyota Sienna have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$27,611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$23,080 - $34,045
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,715
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$27,611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$23,080 - $34,045
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,588
Price Range:
$18,673 - $34,990
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$25,080
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$20,451 - $34,342
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
546
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
73,770
# Good or Great Deals:
232
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,342
Price Range:
$24,763 - $50,841
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$25,080
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$20,451 - $34,342
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
309
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
70,743
# Good or Great Deals:
91
Chrysler Pacifica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Sienna Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chrysler Pacifica
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Toyota Sienna
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 39.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 39.2
Chrysler Pacifica Rankings
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6 out of / 7Summary Review
The Chrysler Pacifica was a large crossover SUV during the 2000s before Chrysler brought it back as a minivan. Our coverage here is dedicated to the minivan that started production in 2016 as a 2017 and later model year vehicle.
Summary Review
Toyota’s Sienna has long been a favorite of families who wanted an all-wheel-drive minivan, but its appeal goes deeper than that one feature. The Sienna changes in very important ways for 2021 that make it hard to pass up for those seeking the best cost of ownership in this segment.
Pros and Cons
- Unique plug-in hybrid powertrain available
- All-wheel-drive available on new models
- IIHS Top Safety Pick (2017-2020)
- AWD and the plug-in powertrain cannot be combined
Pros and Cons
- 36 MPG fuel economy rating
- Available all-wheel drive
- Included maintenance for two years under warranty
- Spare tire is not standard
- The driving experience is not best in class
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Trim Levels
Launch Edition, Limited, Limited 35th Anniversary, Limited Red S, Touring, Touring L, Touring L 35th Anniversary, Touring L Plus, Touring L Plus 35th Anniversary
2020 Toyota Sienna Trim Levels
CE, L 7-Passenger, LE 7-Passenger, LE 7-Passenger Auto Access Seat, LE 8-Passenger, LE Mobility 7-Passenger, Limited 7-Passenger, Limited Premium 7-Passenger, SE 7-Passenger, SE 8-Passenger, SE Premium 7-Passenger, SE Premium 8-Passenger, XLE 7-Passenger, XLE 7-Passenger Auto Access Seat, XLE 8-Passenger, XLE Premium 7-Passenger, XLE Premium 8-Passenger
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
287 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 532 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63 inches
Cargo Space:
32.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
87.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
197.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
87.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4330 lbs
Width:
90.4 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.3 inches
Wheelbase:
121.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4375 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
200.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Jazz Blue Pearl Coat / Ocean Blue Metallic Clear Coat
Gray
Ceramic Grey Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat / Luxury White Pearl Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Alloy
Gray
Cognac/Alloy
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
