2008 Chrysler Pacifica User Reviews

Pros

Comfort, ride, room, all around

Cons

slightly underpowered

Purchased As New

Bought new late model 2006 and have had no problems with almost 33k so far.
gas mileage consistently 20. A great product produced by the Dahmler/Chrysler joint effort. Just a solid, comfortable vehicle. Windows rolled down during hwy speeds caused severe air pressure thumping but adding an open sun roof solved that problem. Highly recommended....read morehide

Pros

the style, the room, the driving

Cons

mpg in city

Purchased As New

Bought as a 2005, loved the car then, love the car now!!!!! Roomy enough for 4 adults and luggage in the back. I would love to buy another one, but too bad they discontinued the model!!

Pros

It is more compact than my 2002 Dodge Caravan

Cons

Wish it got better than 20 m/p/g in the city

Purchased As Used

I really love this car. I love the comfort and it handles better than any car I have had in years. The anti-lock breaks are great in wet weather because you don't feel like you are going to hydroplane off the road. Middle and back seats fold down even which is great for transporting large items. Even though I live in Phoenix, the leather seats seem to stay cool even in the hottest weather; just keep them covered and out of the sun. On top of that, it is a beautiful car and it seems to turn heads. That is one reason why I bought this car. I have no regrets. You really have to try one....read morehide

Pros

This is a beautiful looking and comfortable touring car.

Cons

Continuous mechanical problems. Been in the dealer over 15 times in 2 years for the same problems.

Purchased As New

While the look and comfort of the Pacifica are it's greatest assets, its reliability has been less than favorable and Chrysler is incapable of repairing it permanently nor will they take responsibility for a faulty vehicle. When it is running good (and not in the dealer) it is a great car.

Too bad it wasn't built by a dealer that will stand behind their product....read morehide

Pros

ride,drive,looks,features

Cons

none

Purchased As New

I purchased 2005 Touring Pacifica in May 2004-I knew when I saw the first picture of the car in Parade magazine,that I would get one(especially when I read Mercedes was joining forces with chrsler). I LOVE THIS CAR! and am so disappointed to hear it will be discontinued-it's gorgeous and such a comfortable smooth ride. I would defintely get another one-I wonder if I should trade it in,but I love this car !!!!...read morehide

Pros

excellent fit and finish, decent fuel economy, great looks

Cons

wish i had gotten one with a sunroof.

Purchased As New

Love the Pacifica. It is one of the best built vehicles Chrysler has ever made. I am sure it is from all the mercedes parts included. I have had over 2 years and it has run perfectly and still drives as new with no rattles or squeaks. Very luxurious ride with little wind noise even when windy on the highway. When mine is off lease I will probably buy it from Chrysler Financial and drive for another 3-4 years. My sister bought a 2005 new and has had no issues with it and it now has over 130,000. That definitely says something for the vehicle. Air bags galore including one for the drivers knee! Another great thing is the cargo capacity of 92 cubic feet! I have the 5 passenger and was able tp carry a grandfather clock and large ottoman at the same time from the furniture store. The store could not believe that they fit in as the car does not look that big!...read morehide

Pros

You feel safe in the Pacifica, It still looks gorgeous!

Cons

Gas milage not the greatest, Discontinued Model

Purchased As New

I was taking my Inferno Red 05 Pacifica LX in for a service and saw a Clearwater Blue 08 Pacifica Touring WP Chrysler Special Edition sitting on the lot. The MSRP sticker price was $34,000. The vehicle was built in Oct 07 so the car was sitting on the dealer's lot for 17 months! It still had only 43 miles on the odometer. I read online that other buyers were getting discontinued 08 Pacificas for $10,000 off MSRP. So I offered the dealer $24,000 and after a little haggling they took it. These remaining Pacificas are a great deal if you can get them for $10,000 off MSRP. They just want to get rid of them at this point. This is your last chance to buy a brand new Pacifica before they're all gone. They come with a Lifetime Powertrain Warranty so you'll be covered for the life of the vehicle. You can't lose. The fact that I would purchase another Pacifica speaks to my satisfaction with the vehicle over 4 years driving it. The word is Chrysler discontinued the Pacifica because it's so well made (with Mercedes parts) that it was too expensive to manufacture. Drive one and you'll see why. Last chance to buy a new one folks. The Lifetime Powertrain Warranty isn't transferrable.You'll only get it with a new one....read morehide

Pros

Spacious

Cons

gas mileage

Purchased As New

Bought this 2007 Limited brand new. Love the body style and silver is all I buy. It has features I have yet to use like the DVD player. I traded an '02 Cadillac Seville wanting something easier for me when putting my husband in but I find the front passenger door doesn't open wide enough and I have a hard time as he's unable to help me get him in. My daughter told me to get an SUV/crossover for that reason. She has an '04 Honda CRV and her front door opens wider than mine. That, the placement of the navigation system, and the poor gas mileage are my only complaints. I actually see the gas needle moving when I make trips around town..or so it seems. :-(...read morehide

Pros

enough room for our family of 5 w/ car seats

Cons

kinda hard getting in and out of way back seat

Purchased As Used

I really do enjoy this vehicle. I went from a Suburban to the Pacifica and the gas mileage helps a lot.More people need to be informed about this vehicle that have larger families.

Pros

Comfort, value, stylish.... the list goes on and on!

Cons

Haven't found them yet!

Bought a 2008 leftover on December 30 2008. Got a fantastic deal (end of year clearance) and was so sad to hear the Chrysler discontinued this car after 2008. We have been researching crossovers for almost a year now, and this was the best value for the money. I had been to Hyundai and GMC, and they would not (could not) match this car (similarly equipped) for anywhere near Chrysler's price. We got the W.P. Chrysler Touring Edition, Loaded....handles like a dream, smooth ride and very comfortable on long trips. Traded in a 2003 Durango, and while we lost some storage space, this is not too bad. Good gas milage on the Highway (first long trip) was 24-25 MPG. and getting 19-20 around the city. Love the U Connect, heated seats and the money we saved over the competetors...wish Chrysler would reconsider and keep this model around....read morehide