2006 Chrysler Pacifica

The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has its pros and cons, like any other car. We are going to look into that, but first, let’s see some information about Chrysler Pacifica in general. Chrysler first introduced the Pacifica model on the market in 2004. In was a mid-size crossover 4 door SUV vehicle with a 3.5 L EGJ V6 engine. Over the next years Pacifica has gone through a series of mild upgrades.

The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica line had a 250-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engine, 4 speed automatic transmission, and 6 seats that were the right height for an easy entry. A few more adjustments would be: the mirrors are bigger and can be fitted with an automatic tilt-down. The glove compartment is larger, as well, while a new added DVD plays MP3 CDs and audio or video DVDs.

The Pros

Here is what consumers and experts had to say about 2006 Chrysler Pacifica’s qualities:

It has a solid construction

It has proven to be very comfortable when riding on the highway, on long roads

The interior space is very large

The crash test ratings are well above the average

It’s stylish

It’s reliable and fun to drive

Over the years, it only necessitates minor repairs

It has good sound system

The Cons

Critics have a number of reasons lined up, reasons that prove Chrysler Pacifica not to be the best choice ever:

The body of the vehicle leans when taking curves

The engine makes a lot of noise when it accelerates

The automatic transmission operation has proven to be not the best choice. It is more comfortable, but from the point f view or sport performances it is a big minus

The instrument readability is not good

It is hard to judge while parking

It hasn’t had that many changes from the 2005 line

Huge usage in oil

Specialists generally ranked her at 7.5 – 7.9 from 1 to 10. Consumers gave it an 8.5 – 8.8.

The next Chrysler Pacifica models come with slightly updated engines (up to 4.0 L, still V6). Still, after huge decrease in the number of buyers of Pacifica, Chrysler announced, on November 1st 2007 discontinuation on the model. They produced the last Pacifica that same month.

Who already owns a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, knows that it is a comfortable family car that can serve well on vacations, holidays and weekend getaways.