Chrysler Pacifica vs. Chrysler Town & Country

The Chrysler Pacifica replaced the Chrysler Town & Country in 2017. While the updated Pacifica has proven to be one of the most popular family minivans on the market, there are still some very affordable pre-owned Town & Country models available drivers that offer all the versatility you could want for your for Kansas City-area family. See how these two minivans compare, then head on over to Lee's Summit Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram to learn more today!

Pacifica vs. Town & Country: Performance & Fuel-Efficiency

Both the Pacifica and Town & Country are equipped with a standard 3.6L V6 engine. In the Pacifica this engine delivers 287 hp with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The V6 in Town & Country produces 283 hp with a standard 6-speed transmission. There is a difference in fuel economy, however, which some drivers in Blue Springs will want to take note of:

Chrysler Pacifica Fuel Economy

• 18 mpg city
• 28 mpg highway

Chrysler Town & Country Fuel Economy

• 17 mpg city
• 25 mpg highway

Pacifica vs. Town & Country: Interior Space

If you’re shopping for a minivan you are most probably looking to get the most interior space possible for passengers and cargo. Looking at the Pacifica vs. Town & Country interior, you’ll find that both offer 3-rows of seating for up to 7, but the Pacifica interior is roomier with a passenger volume of 165 cubic feet, compared to the 162.8 cubic feet in the Town & Country. The Pacifica can also be configured to allow seating for up to 8.

As for cargo capacity, the Town & Country comes out ahead with a maximum of 143.8 cubic feet with rear seats folded down. The maximum cargo space in the Pacifica is 140.5 cubic feet. With only the 3rd-row seat folded, the Pacifica wins with 87.5 cubic feet to the 83.5 cubic feet of the Town & Country. You can see that both vehicles offer generous space for hauling groceries or sport gear around Independence.

Pacifica vs. Town & Country: Features

Some of the features that are shared between these two family minivans include:

• Heated door mirrors
• Daytime running lights
• Cruise control
• Bluetooth connectivity
• 6-speaker sound system
• Dual-Zone Climate Control
• Rearview camera

Of course, with the Pacifica being the newer model, it comes with more standard features, such as

• 2nd-row Stow ‘n Go seating with Stow ‘n Go Assist
• Easy Tilt 3rd-Row Access
• Power Driver Seat
• ParkSense parking assist
• Blind Spot Sensor

Available features include power sliding doors and power liftgate, 360 Surround View Camera, 8-passenger seating, a navigation system, and the Stow ‘n Go Vac in-car vacuum.

Experience Chrysler Minivans at Lee's Summit Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram

Compare the Chrysler Pacifica to the Toyota Sienna, and explore our new Pacifica inventory, then contact us to schedule a test drive. You can also browse our used vehicle inventory, to see if we have any Town & Country minivans in stock. We’d love to put you behind the wheel of the capable family vehicle you’re searching for, so stop by our Gladstone area Chrysler dealership today and learn more about Pacifica configurations!