2026 Chrysler Pacifica
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica is a Minivan priced from $44,445 to $60,465 with 10 available trims. This page brings together safety ratings from NHTSA and IIHS, fuel economy data from the EPA, reliability scores from RepairPal, ownership cost estimates from AAA, and manufacturer specifications. Every number below is sourced from its original publisher and can be independently verified.
Among 16 mid-range Minivans, the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica earns a D for fuel cost. NHTSA rates it at 5 stars. RepairPal gives it 3.5 out of 5 for reliability. NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for this vehicle.
What the published data indicates
Published crash-test coverage is incomplete for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Within the currently available data, the clearest positive signals are high published crash-test results and EPA estimates you will save on fuel compared to the average new vehicle, but fuel cost is a weak spot.
- safety
- fuel savings
Strongest published signals
- Safety: 5-star NHTSA.
- EPA estimates this vehicle saves you about $2,000 over five years in fuel compared to the average new vehicle.
Limits and cautions
- Crash-test coverage is incomplete: IIHS data is not available for this model yet.
- Fuel cost is a real drawback here: Above-average fuel cost among hybrid Minivans.
- Best estimated five-year cost in the lineup still lands about $5,392 above the similar-vehicle average.
Comparable models
- Starting MSRP
- $44,445 - $60,465
- EPA Combined MPG
- 22 MPG
- EPA Combined MPG
- 30 MPG (Plug-In Hybrid)
- NHTSA Safety Rating
- 5-Star (Highest)
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $1,450 - $2,000/yr
- Recalls on File
- No recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- Save $2,000 over 5 yrs
- Owner Complaints
- 2 on file
- Brand Origin
- United States
How Safe Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA awarded the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica a 5-star overall rating, the highest available. This places it among the 100% of Minivans that earned top marks in frontal, side, and rollover crash tests. Source: NHTSA.
Overall Safety
100% of Minivans share this top rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | |
| Side Crash | |
| Rollover |
Rollover Risk: 11.6%
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Crash Imminent Braking | Standard |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
NHTSA evaluates frontal, side, and rollover performance. IIHS adds small overlap and roof strength tests. Both sets of results are shown here.
Crash tests measure how a vehicle performs in a collision. Recall data reveals whether the manufacturer or NHTSA has found safety defects requiring correction.
Does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Have Any Recalls?
As of the data shown, NHTSA has not issued any recall campaigns for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. The average for Minivans is 2.1 campaigns. Source: NHTSA.
No recalls on file with NHTSA
Owner-Reported Problems
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. This is below the average of 5 complaints for 2026 Minivans. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.
1 in the last 90 days · most recent filed 2026-01-14
Most-reported problem areas
- Brakes3
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-03-07.
Safety data covered, the next consideration is what this vehicle costs to run. Fuel economy is where most owners feel the difference between trims.
What Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Fuel Economy?
At up to 30 combined MPG, the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica's most efficient trim costs an estimated $1,450 per year in fuel, $228 less than the $1,678 average for mid-range Minivans. Real-world results will vary. Source: EPA.
Ranges from 22 to 30 combined MPG/MPGe depending on trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| Select AWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| Limited FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| Select PHEV FWD PHEV | 30 MPG | 29 | 30 | $1,450/yr |
| Limited AWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| 100th Anniversary PHEV FWD | 30 MPG | 29 | 30 | $1,450/yr |
| Select Premium PHEV FWD PHEV | 30 MPG | 29 | 30 | $1,450/yr |
| Pinnacle FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| Pinnacle AWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2,000/yr |
| Pinnacle PHEV FWD PHEV | 30 MPG | 29 | 30 | $1,450/yr |
Fuel costs are predictable from EPA data. The less visible costs, insurance, maintenance, and depreciation, are estimated by AAA for this vehicle class.
What Does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $98,265 to $135,635 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,817/yr |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,873/yr |
| Depreciation | $5,074/yr |
| Registration & Taxes | $862/yr |
| Financing | $1,815/yr |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $13,584/yr |
| Cost per mile | $0.84/mi |
With 10 trims available, the cost and equipment differences are worth examining. The comparison below shows how price, fuel economy, and features vary.
How Do the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Trims Compare?
With 10 trims priced from $44,445 to $60,465, the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica offers a range of equipment levels. Trims are available with Gasoline and Plug-In Hybrid powertrains, which affects fuel economy and pricing. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Drive Type | Horsepower | Curb Weight | Est. 5-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select FWD GAS | $44,445 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 287 hp | 4,521 lbs | $98,265 |
| Select AWD GAS | $47,790 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | AWD | 287 hp | 4,883 lbs | $101,610 |
| Limited FWD GAS | $49,605 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 287 hp | 4,521 lbs | $103,425 |
| Select PHEV FWD PHEV | $51,765 | 30 MPG | $1,450/yr | FWD | 260 hp | 5,010 lbs | $126,935 |
| Limited AWD GAS | $52,950 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | AWD | 287 hp | 4,883 lbs | $106,770 |
| 100th Anniversary PHEV FWD | $53,260 | 30 MPG | $1,450/yr | FWD | 260 hp | 5,010 lbs | $128,430 |
| Select Premium PHEV FWD PHEV | $55,020 | 30 MPG | $1,450/yr | FWD | 260 hp | 5,010 lbs | $130,190 |
| Pinnacle FWD GAS | $56,095 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 287 hp | 4,521 lbs | $109,915 |
| Pinnacle AWD GAS | $59,440 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | AWD | 287 hp | 4,883 lbs | $113,260 |
| Pinnacle PHEV FWD PHEV | $60,465 | 30 MPG | $1,450/yr | FWD | 260 hp | 5,010 lbs | $135,635 |
The Chrysler Pacifica lineup has contracted from 12 trims in 2024 to 10 trims in 2026. Hybrid trims now represent 40% of the lineup, down from 42% in 2024. The entry price has increased $5,045 since 2024.
New trims since 2024
- Select FWD GAS (added 2025)
- Select AWD GAS (added 2025)
- 100th Anniversary PHEV FWD (added 2026)
- Select Premium PHEV FWD PHEV (added 2026)
Trims no longer available
- Touring FWD GAS (last available 2024)
- Touring L FWD GAS (last available 2024)
- Touring L AWD GAS (last available 2024)
- S Appearance PHEV FWD PHEV (last available 2024)
- Road Tripper PHEV FWD PHEV (last available 2024)
- Premium S Appearance PHEV FWD (last available 2025)
Price changes since 2024
- Pinnacle AWD GAS $56,985 (2024) → $59,440 (2026) +$2,455
- Pinnacle FWD GAS $53,990 (2024) → $56,095 (2026) +$2,105
- Limited AWD GAS $51,325 (2024) → $52,950 (2026) +$1,625
- Limited FWD GAS $48,330 (2024) → $49,605 (2026) +$1,275
- Select PHEV FWD PHEV $50,765 (2024) → $51,765 (2026) +$1,000
- Pinnacle PHEV FWD PHEV $59,495 (2024) → $60,465 (2026) +$970
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touring FWD GAS | $39,400 22 MPG | — | — |
| Touring L FWD GAS | $41,560 22 MPG | — | — |
| Touring L AWD GAS | $44,555 20 MPG | — | — |
| Limited FWD GAS | $48,330 22 MPG | $49,570 22 MPG | $49,605 22 MPG |
| Select PHEV FWD PHEV | $50,765 30 MPG | $51,055 30 MPG | $51,765 30 MPG |
| Limited AWD GAS | $51,325 20 MPG | $52,565 20 MPG | $52,950 22 MPG |
| S Appearance PHEV FWD PHEV | $53,260 30 MPG | — | — |
| Road Tripper PHEV FWD PHEV | $53,460 30 MPG | — | — |
| Pinnacle FWD GAS | $53,990 22 MPG | $54,235 22 MPG | $56,095 22 MPG |
| Premium S Appearance PHEV FWD | $56,760 30 MPG | $56,805 30 MPG | — |
| Pinnacle AWD GAS | $56,985 20 MPG | $57,230 20 MPG | $59,440 22 MPG |
| Pinnacle PHEV FWD PHEV | $59,495 30 MPG | $59,785 30 MPG | $60,465 30 MPG |
| Select FWD GAS | — | $42,450 22 MPG | $44,445 22 MPG |
| Select AWD GAS | — | $45,445 20 MPG | $47,790 22 MPG |
| 100th Anniversary PHEV FWD | — | — | $53,260 30 MPG |
| Select Premium PHEV FWD PHEV | — | — | $55,020 30 MPG |
Compare Trim Costs
Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.
Your driving & financing
Beyond the purchase decision, the next question is long-term dependability. Here is the reliability rating currently available for this vehicle.
How Reliable Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
RepairPal rates the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica at 3.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for mid-range Minivans. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.
Chrysler backs this vehicle with the following warranty terms. Coverage begins from the original purchase date.
What Warranty Does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Come With?
Chrysler provides the following warranty coverage for the 2026 Pacifica. Warranty terms are published by the manufacturer and apply to all trims. Coverage begins from the date of original purchase. Warranty terms shown here reflect the most recently published manufacturer data.
| Basic Warranty | 3yr/36k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 5yr/60k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 5yr/100k |
| Roadside Assistance | 5yr/60k |
What Are the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica Specs?
Detailed specifications for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica as reported by the manufacturer. Specifications may vary by trim, market, and production date. Source: manufacturer-reported data.
| Engine | 3.6L V6 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 260 - 287 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic, electrically variable-speed automatic |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded |
| Fuel Tank | 16.5 - 19.0 gal |
| Length | 204.3 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.6 in |
| Height | 69.9 - 70.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,521 - 5,010 lbs |
What Changed for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
- Pricing changed across one or more trims
- EPA fuel economy ratings changed
- Recall status changed
Data Coverage
The following data categories are not yet available for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica: IIHS has not yet tested this vehicle for crashworthiness. Learn how we collect, verify, and present vehicle data.
That is the complete data picture for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica based on published data from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references as of the dates shown above. If any of these agencies publishes updated data, this page will reflect those changes automatically. For questions about how this data is collected and verified, see our methodology page.
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2026 Chrysler Pacifica FAQ
How does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica compare to other minivans?
Based on published data, the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica has a safety grade of B, a fuel cost grade of D, a RepairPal reliability score of 3.5/5, and zero recalls on file. These grades compare it against similar minivans in its price range. No single metric tells the whole story, so we recommend reviewing each section on this page.
Which 2026 Chrysler Pacifica trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 10 available trims, the Select FWD GAS has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $98,265, starting at $44,445 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $135,635. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much does 2026 Chrysler Pacifica insurance cost?
AAA estimates the annual insurance cost for the Medium SUV class at $1,873 per year, or about $156 per month. This is a class-level average, not specific to the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica. Your actual premium will depend on your driving history, location, and coverage choices. Source: AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How much does 2026 Chrysler Pacifica maintenance cost per year?
AAA estimates average annual maintenance for the Medium SUV class at $1,817 per year. This covers routine services, wear items, and unscheduled repairs. Combined with insurance ($1,873/yr) and depreciation ($5,074/yr), total non-fuel ownership costs run about $13,584 per year. These are class averages from the AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How fast does a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica depreciate?
AAA estimates the Medium SUV class depreciates about $5,074 per year, or roughly $25,370 over five years. On a base MSRP of $44,445, that represents about 57% of the purchase price. These are class averages and actual depreciation varies by trim, condition, mileage, and market demand. Source: AAA.
How much will I spend on gas with a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
The most efficient 2026 Chrysler Pacifica trim costs an estimated $1,450 per year in fuel, or about $121 per month, based on EPA ratings and national average fuel prices. That is about $228 less than the average for similar minivans.
What vehicles compete with the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
Based on price range, body type, and segment positioning, the closest competitors to the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica include 2026 Honda Odyssey, 2026 Toyota Sienna, and 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid. Each of those pages includes the same safety, fuel cost, reliability, and recall data so you can compare directly. Browse all 2026 Minivans.
What changed on the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica from last year?
Compared to the previous model year, 4 new trims were added, 6 trims were dropped, and the entry price increased by $5,045 for the Chrysler Pacifica lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.
How much does a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $121 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,253 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica a plug-in hybrid?
The 2026 Chrysler Pacifica is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), which means it can drive on electric power alone for short distances and then switches to a gas-electric hybrid mode. EPA rates it at 22 MPG / 30 MPG (Plug-In Hybrid). Plug-in hybrids offer the best fuel savings when charged regularly. See our Plug-in hybrids 2026 list.
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