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

Posted on 4/2/17 at 10:53 am to
Posted by Teddy Ruxpin
Member since Oct 2006
39588 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 10:53 am to
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4 kids


I don't even know how people handle this

Here's praying that when/if we have kids, it's two tops. My biggest fear is going for the second and hitting triplets or some shite.
This post was edited on 4/2/17 at 10:54 am
Posted by CptBengal
BR Baby
Member since Dec 2007
71661 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 10:57 am to
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Chrysler doesn't now, nor has it ever, made the best of anything.


this is the correct answer.
Posted by Street Hawk
Member since Nov 2014
3462 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:00 am to
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Buy the extended warranty because it's going to be problematic.

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.
Posted by Teddy Ruxpin
Member since Oct 2006
39588 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:28 am to
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I can get a fully loaded Hybrid Ultimate model for about $35K


I don't know why anybody buys a car over 20k for a litany of reasons. I get physically ill spending 15k
Posted by Rebel
Graceland
Member since Jan 2005
131427 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:32 am to
I'd get a 70's style conversion van like BA Barakus had on the A Team but with a tear drop window.
Posted by GenghisKhan
Gulf Coast
Member since Aug 2016
960 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:35 am to
Rented one a couple of years back. Nice, but a Gas Hog!
Posted by SG_Geaux
Beautiful St George
Member since Aug 2004
78022 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:51 am to
No it is not because Chrysler.
Posted by SECdragonmaster
Order of the Dragons
Member since Dec 2013
16232 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:53 am to
What Chrysler dealership do you work at OP?

You sound like a commercial for a Pacifica.
Posted by dewster
Chicago
Member since Aug 2006
25378 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:56 am to
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Is the Chrysler Pacifica the best minivan choice currently?



Probably. I hate Chrysler but minivans, trucks and Jeeps are their core competency.
Posted by Minnesota Tiger
Member since Oct 2005
4414 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 11:58 am to
Make sure warraranty covers transmission. You'll thank me later
Posted by the LSUSaint
Member since Nov 2009
15444 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 12:00 pm to
quote:

What's the point of a minivan over an SUV? Is it just price?


The comfort/room/loading-unloading, etc of a van cannot be matched by ANY SUV
Posted by Bayoumike
Member since Mar 2017
647 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 12:03 pm to
For frick sake. Be a fricking man and buy a pickup. You might need another one in a decade. Your wife won't need to frick the big, strong delivery guy while you're at work either. (I am joking here, but I do drive a truck.)
Posted by S1C EM
Athens, GA
Member since Nov 2007
11585 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 1:28 pm to
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minivans, trucks and Jeeps are their core competency


None of which are known for their reliability, especially the vans. Consistently reviewed as the worst in class. They sell a ton because they are at a lower price point and offer a lot of "extras" at base trim levels when compared to Toyota and Honda. But...their backup camera and infotainment system are all terrible quality. Unconnet is shite....but they can at least say their base model has a DVD system, so that's something I guess.
Posted by CatsGoneWild
Pigeon forge, Tennessee
Member since Jan 2008
13334 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 1:32 pm to
The new kia can (that's loaded)is the best mini van. We sat in one where the middle captain chairs turn into recliners and slide all the way back
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
83941 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:08 pm to
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What's the point of a minivan over an SUV? Is it just price?


Minivans are way more practical if you have a family.
Posted by baldona
Florida
Member since Feb 2016
20492 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:17 pm to
If you plan on having it under 4 years, Chrysler is fine. But no way I'd buy a Chrysler over a Toyota or Honda to push 200k miles.
Posted by ten Hoor Hall
Member since Feb 2014
380 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:19 pm to
Buy a Toyota Sienna and thank me later.

It's the only van with available AWD and and can come with all the other crap like dual sunroofs, heated steering wheel, bsm, DVD and whatever else. It doesn't have a vacuum though.

Chrysler
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
83941 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:28 pm to
Are Kia's really that good? I just can't believe how cheap they are.
Posted by Pecker
Rocky Top
Member since May 2015
16674 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:30 pm to
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Sign of a man universally giving up on life


Nothing says cheat on me and take half my shite like driving a minivan
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
83941 posts
Posted on 4/2/17 at 2:31 pm to
I don't see the big deal. I like minivans.
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