Chrysler Pacifica

Fuel economy, running costs and specs by model year

The Chrysler Pacifica appears in this database in 4 model years, from 2017 to 2020, offered with gasoline and plug-in hybrid power. Combined economy ranges from 20 to 32 MPG across those years, with annual fuel costs of $2,050 to $3,250 at 15,000 miles.

Fuel economy by year

How it compares

Against the average minivan - 2wd in this dataset (about 22 MPG), the Pacifica sits roughly 4 MPG above that mark on average, making it a relatively efficient choice for its class.

Five-year fuel cost

Fuelling a Pacifica for five years at the EPA's 15,000-mile basis costs roughly $10,250 to $16,250, averaging about $13,250 across the versions here. That is the energy bill alone — it excludes insurance, maintenance and depreciation, which for most owners together exceed what goes into the tank.

The range within the range

Economy across the Pacifica varies by about 12 MPG between its most and least frugal versions, which run on gasoline and plug-in hybrid. Engine size, turbocharging, drivetrain and even wheel size explain most of that gap, so when you shop a used Pacifica check which version you are looking at before comparing its running cost to another car.

How it changed over time

Between 2017 and 2020 the Pacifica's average combined economy slipped from about 27 to 25 MPG. Redesigns, new engines and added hybrid or electric versions are usually what move the number, so the year you choose can matter as much as the model.

Best year for fuel economy

The 2018 Pacifica has the strongest average combined economy in this database at about 25 MPG, while the 2020 is the lowest at about 24 MPG. If running cost is your priority, that is the year to target on the used market; later years may add equipment or safety features instead.

2020 Pacifica at a glance

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