Chrysler Pacifica vs. Chrysler Town and Country
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler Pacifica and Chrysler Town and Country 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 Chrysler Pacifica and the Chrysler Town and Country.
When we compare the Chrysler Pacifica's and the Chrysler Town and Country's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Chrysler Town and Country has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler Pacifica's and the Chrysler Town and Country's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Pacifica is a better car than the Chrysler Town and Country.
Pricing: A used 2008 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $2,433 to $8,996 while a used 2008 Chrysler Town and Country is priced between $2,989 to $10,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chrysler Pacifica’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Chrysler Town and Country base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Pacifica is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Town and Country is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 492 miles. This gives the Chrysler Pacifica the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chrysler Town and Country. The Pacifica uses gasoline, and the Town and Country uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler Town and Country has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,635
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,460
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$22,534
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$17,995 - $25,860
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,473
Price Range:
$2,433 - $8,996
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
137,489
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,379
Price Range:
$2,989 - $10,993
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$6,401
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$5,088 - $8,204
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
105
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
151,692
# Good or Great Deals:
27
Chrysler Pacifica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chrysler Town and Country Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler Pacifica
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler Town and Country
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:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
4.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.3 - 8
Chrysler Pacifica Rankings
Not yet available
Chrysler Town and Country Rankings
Summary 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
The Town and Country was Chrysler’s top-selling family vehicle for many years. It was discontinued after the 2016 model year when the new Pacifica minivan took its place in the brand’s lineup.
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
- Large numbers available used
- Attractive price point
- Surprisingly high-reliability ratings (higher than company average)
- No longer sold new
- Poor crash test rating on important IIHS safety test
- Outdated infotainment
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Chrysler Pacifica Trim Levels
Limited, LX, Touring
Chrysler Town and Country Trim Levels
Limited, LX, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
205 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 492 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Cargo Space:
43.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
92.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
157.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
143.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
196.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4355 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
198.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4335 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
71.4 inches
Length:
202.5 inches
Wheelbase:
121.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R16
Exterior Colors
Blue
Clearwater Blue Pearlcoat / Modern Blue Pearlcoat
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Clearwater Blue Pearl / Modern Blue Pearl
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearl
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl
Brown
Light Sandstone Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Pastel Slate Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Medium Slate Gray
Beige
Light Pebble Beige
