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New Pacifica Owners - Give Us Your Report
Congratulations on your new Pacifica! This is the place to give us your first impressions.
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The agreed price was invoice + $700. Since the rear seat entertainment system was added in error (no one will fess up) I paid invoice.
We have all the options, except chrome wheels (like the silver wheels with the silver paint),
the Sirrus radio, U-Connect & heated battery.
The only problem so far is a defevtive center-dash speaker which severely inhibits the 5.1 sound system. Hope to get this fixed very soon.
The Nav. system is fantastic, and very easy to learn.
We drove it 50 miles over some VERY hilly terrain, and I was quite pleased with the hill climbing power. After 130,000 miles in 300Ms I expected the Pacifica to feel underpowered, but I was pleasantly surprised. More later.
With 600 miles on the car, it is getting 16 to 17 mpg on a mix of city and Interstate driving. I expect this to go higher after the vehicle brakes in. The 14 from Car & Driver looks to be an anomaly.
I had a ‘98 T&C LXi van and put 70k on it. This Pacifica is so much nicer. The ride, handling and quietness are so much better than the vans. And yes, I could have gotten a Town and Country Limited for less, even test drove one, but in my opinion the Pacifica won hands down.
I am looking forward to eating up the miles in this new cruiser.
The most looks came from people around me while waiting to get on the metered freeway onramps. Mostly minivan drivers. LOL.
When showing off the DVD system with "The Matrix" the guys said, "this rivals a basic home theater system." Of course a few of us have high end home theaters with 50-100" screens so the mini 7" is quite different but will certainly do for a car and keeping the kids entertained.
Does anyone know of any other boards out there for Pacifica owners? I'm hoping that for those of us who were willing to take the early plunge on a completely new model line that we can share joys or frustrations related to the car as we all get used to it.
I was looking to maybe get some accessories as others previously mentioned and was wondering how to get a discount on them such as the 10% or 20% mentioned in previous posts. Do you just ask them to discount it? I'm disappointed that they don't sell any of those accessory groupings at a discount either.
Filling up the tank today, will just have to close my eyes when the bill comes on that 23 gallon fillup. I like others appear to be getting only 14 miles to the gallon, according to the avg./mi./gal. display feature. I sure hope it gets up closer to 17 or this will be worse than our Explorer.
Great board and I'll try to help answer people's questions as well as just posting comments on how things are going with the performance of the Pacifica.
AWD 26U
Intermezzo sound
Moonroof
GPS Navigation
19-inch wheels
Mopar hitch and 7 pin harness installed
$30,750
I was driving an Envoy that would have cost $33,000 to replace with a like model. I had a close up look at the Pacifica at the NAI show and thought it was nice, but didn't think it was for me. After a test drive, I liked it more and thought it would be satisfactory.
Not sure why I was so under whelmed, but after driving it for the weekend, I must say I love it. Handles like a sedan, but you're still up high like an SUV. Quietest Chrysler I've ever been in and the 19-inch wheels make for an exceptionally smooth ride. Intermezzo audio is much better than the premium Bose sound of the Envoy. The Chrysler autotemp blows GMC's away, and the seats are much more comfortable. The cabin is roomy feeling, and the second row seats have lots of space for head and legs. They can also recline and slide fore and aft. The pockets on all four doors are huge.
The in-dash navigation is fantastic. Easy to see and use. Surrounded by the back lit dials, it makes for a beautiful instrument cluster. It is underpowered as I knew from the test drive, and autostick is useless IMHO, but I'll be using the vehicle for a long commute, so AWD, comfort, and sound system were my biggest wants.
I would highly recommend this vehicle, especially now that they've lowered the price. I'll have it for 24 months. We'll see how it goes.
DR
_ The standard headlights are impressive. White powerful light. Probably the best I ever used.
_ Steering, brakes, suspension, stability are simply perfect. I have a powerful "safety feeling" when I drive it. It's like the car hugs the road.
_ Powertrain: Acceleration wise this is no rocket, because simply it's not supposed to be. This is a 4500 lbs vehicle ! The gear box does its job properly and I don't miss at all a 5th gear because it keeps the engine RPM between 1,500 and 2,100 all the way till 100Km/h (63 miles/h). At 100/63 the engine spins around 2,100 RPM which is perfect. Who needs a 5th gear ?
_ Visibility is not as bad as I thought. The right rear blind spot doesn't matter if you use the curved external right mirror. I would complain more about those rear tinted windows. During the day it's OK but during the night they attenuate light too much. Why they don't allow people to buy Pacs with regular clear windows ?! Many cars have tinted windows. I don't know why.
Putting anything together, The Pacifica is the ideal vehicle for all the fans of Volvos 240, 740, 940. It has the same charm, the same sturdy feeling. If Chrysler made this thing reliable, it will be the "next big thing". Like the vans were in the 80s. The gas prices could be the only problem. I will know soon where I am ...
I agree. But the fact is Chrysler (and the other US auto makers) have never caught up to the quality standards of their competition.
What amazes me is that you admit that the new PAC you just purchased is not reliable. Yet you have very strongly defended the PAC in your posts.
Where did you get this deal?
Did you have a trade in?
I go to chrysler's web page and enter
Cap cost. 27270.
Term 36 mo
Mileage 12,000
Lease Cash Rebate 2,000
Residual is 13,580
Monthly Payment is 466.06
I'd do a 232...but where???how???
how long is your lease for and was it from chyrsler or just your own deal...i would love to get your deal too
thanks so much
I love this car, and I really love the Sirius radio. Well worth the little bit extra. Regarding dealers, this is the third Chrysler in a row I have purchased or leased from the same small Mom n Pop dealer in RI. Obviously I am well pleased with them and know by thorough research that I have been treated fairly. I have my service done by another Five Star Chrysler dealer closer to my work, and have also been extremely happy with their work. This is why I am so surprised to read of so many complaints about other dealers. I hope my experiences are typical and not the negative ones.
Anyhow, just thought I'd share my thoughts after one month of Pacifica-ness.
As promised, I've come back to report on our 2,000 vacation to the American Southwest - the first real "road trip" in our Pacifica. It was great and the Pac did beautifully. A/C still kept us comfortable in 115 degree desert heat, power was enough for high speed driving on interstates, for mountains grades and, most importantly, for passing RVs and slower vehicles driving those mountain grades! Luggage space was more than sufficient (there were 4 of us), seats were comfortable from start to finish. The kids enjoyed their back-seat DVDs when the scenary palled, we enjoyed all the comforts of driving a beautiful car through some of the most beautiful landscape to be found anywhere. No complaints at all!
If the dealer doesn't or can't correct this problem, contact Chrysler directly. You might also consider filing a complaint with NHTSA since it did happen while you were driving which makes it a safety issue that could result in an accident. That also protects you if anything happens because your complaint will be on record at both Chrysler and NHTSA.
AWD Touring.
There are no mechanical issues with the car...unbelieveable!!
We wish the navigation system was a little quicker and more accurate...but it does work within specs.
Mileage is about 18 MPG.
Not exceptionally quick...but rides very nice. :shades:
Thanks
We originally bought the Pacifica with the idea that my wife would drive it, and I would get her 2003 Jeep Liberty Sport. After one week of driving the Pacifica she decided she liked the Jeep better so I have the Pacifica now. Other than mediocre gas mileage and some difficulty negotiating my way into tight parking spaces I'm very happy with the Pacifica. The only problem has been that the CD/DVD changer will sometimes not display the correct track number on MP3 discs when played on the "random" setting, but I'll have the dealer check on it the next time I bring it in.
Mileage has gone up steadily since we bought it and we're currently at 19.
Although, immediately,,,,within 75mi,, the tire pressure system alarm came on and won't go off. At the dealer now. Other than that it's been a dream. Nav system is great, stereo has one complaint. DVD won't show MP3 ID TAGS on songs. I've recorded several different formats and it will not show them.
anyway, my accord was in for service yesterday, so I was in the Pacifica for my commute. It is a very rare opportunity when I get to drive the vehicle without the family on-board. Anyway, I just want to ask ... does it get better with age, or is it just my imagination?
It really seems like, at 15k miles, its now hitting its stride and feeling nice and 'broken in.' It feels quicker and more nimble than ever. Our mileage, however, is still hovering around 18 mpg in mixed driving, so that hasn't picked up too much. Although it is still better than when it was new.
anyway, its a real pleasure to drive sometimes. Granted, I like sporty cars and driving pretty fast, so its not something I'd like as my daily driver, but its a nice change of pace to get into the Pacifica and have a smooth, quiet, and comfortable drive.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
By the way, please turn off your caps lock. Studies show this makes posts very difficult to read, thereby reducing your audience.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
You might want to try posting in some of the specific "problems" discussions we have here as well. You mentioned stalling, so you might want to discuss that with folks having the same issue in the Chrysler Pacifica: Starting/Stalling Problems discussion.
I understand that it's frustrating when there are problems with your vehicle. That's when it's time to think through your options clearly and not let things get crazy!
My first response was just to let you know I believe you should try a different dealership since you are so unhappy with the one you've been going to. Personally, I don't think I'd ever give one dealership more than 2 shots to fix something. 2 strikes is enough when it comes to my car and my time. You'll find that you can have 2 amazingly different experiences at 2 different dealerships.
I thought your 2nd post may have been directed at drfill, which is why I asked why you were replying to me. But I'd probably still refrain from calling that person a "girl." Hehe.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S