re: Is the Chrysler Pacifica the best minivan choice currently?

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Buy the extended warranty because it's going to be problematic.

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I know Chrysler doesn't have the most stellar reliability reputation, but this new Pacifica is supposed to be built on a completely new platform from the ground up. Not sure if that helps or hurts.

I can get a fully loaded Hybrid Ultimate model for about $35K (after federal and state credits), which comes with the following standard features:

- Napa leather seats
- Rear View Mirror with Microphone
- Advanced SafetyTec Group
- Uconnect® Theater Package
- 360-Degree Surround View Camera System
- Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection
- Electronic Stability Control
- Full Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus
- Adaptive cruise control
- Hill Start Assist
- Lane Departure Warning Plus
- LED Signature Daytime Running Headlamps
- Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist with Stop
- ParkSense® Front and Rear Park Assist with Stop
- ParkSense® Rear Park Assist with Stop
- ParkView™ Rear Back-Up Camera
- Remote Start System

Also, leasing in an option over buying, so if I don't like it at the end of 3 years, I can just turn it in.