2006 Chrysler Pacifica: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Pacifica blends traits of cars, SUVs, and minivans and comes in front- or all-wheel drive. It offers a base model that seats five, and Touring and Limited versions that seat seven. All use a 250-hp V6. A 4-speed automatic with manual shift gate is the only transmission. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes and a driver knee airbag are standard. Curtain side airbags that cover all seating rows are standard on Limited, optional on base and Touring. No antiskid system is offered. Pacifica's 2nd- and 3rd-row seats fold down but don't remove. Base versions are not available with certain features that are standard or optional on Touring and Limited. These include traction control, power liftgate, sunroof, navigation system, power-adjustable pedals, rear obstacle detection, and DVD entertainment.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to 8-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.

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