Top 2022 Pick: 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica

The 2022 WheelsTV "Pre-Owned Vehicle of the Year" (POV) has been awarded to the 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica by Automotive Networks Corporation and the New England Motor Press Association. The Pacifica, a reliable and comfortable minivan, is well-suited for families and features all-wheel-drive for handling snowy weather.
The Pacifica boasts an elegant design with a sculpted LED taillight set in a gloss-black housing that runs the entire width of the vehicle. Inside, the Pacifica offers spacious seating for seven or eight passengers in three rows, with the option for Nappa leather-trimmed seating with heated front and second-row captain’s chairs in the Pinnacle trim. The vehicle also includes a convenient Sto 'n Go seating feature with underfloor storage bins and a maximum cargo space of 140 cubic feet, as well as the option for an integrated vacuum cleaner.
In terms of technology, the Pacifica features the standard Uconnect infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability and the option to upgrade to an 8.4-inch touchscreen with onboard navigation. The optional Uconnect Theater system includes dual 10-inch seatback video screens and wireless streaming.
Under the hood, the Pacifica is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission, producing 287 horsepower. All-wheel-drive was added in 2020. The Pacifica Hybrid, which pairs the V6 engine with dual electric motors and an eFlite single-electrically Variable Transmission, has a net power output of 260 horsepower and can travel up to 33 all-electric miles when fully charged.
In terms of safety, the Chrysler Pacifica has received top ratings from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The SafetyTec Group, which includes Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, is a standard feature on all trims. The Pacifica also offers Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist to assist drivers in maneuvering the vehicle into tight parking spaces.
Overall, the 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica is a well-rounded and reliable vehicle that has been recognized as the 2022 WheelsTV POV of the Year.
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