2005 Chrysler Pacifica Review

Over the years, Chrysler has come up with some pretty nice vehicles. The 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is no exception. From its wide, well-balanced exterior, to it's large, upscale interior, this car is pure art. From the very first Chrysler New Yorker, to the ultra slick Chrysler 300, you can tell by the artisan-ship that Chrysler was in the car game to win the appeal across the board.

The first thing you may notice when looking at this vehicle is its exterior. It is slightly smaller than an SUV, but comfortably larger than a 4-passenger car. It is considered to be a mid-size crossover SUV. While the description of the vehicle changes with whom you ask, the style is unmistakably classy. Most cars come equipped with 17-inch tires, but tire size can change, depending on the style of Pacifica you choose to buy. With three different options, Base, Touring, Limited, and the ultra limited Signature Series, Chrysler designed Pacificas to fit a wide group of customer's tastes.

With a 23-gallon tank, the Pacifica boasts an impressive 325 miles per tank. In the city it averages right around 15 mpg. The highway is around 21 mpg. If you were to use today's gas costs at $2.70 per gallon, it is approximately $62.00 per tank of gas, assuming that you filled it up on while on empty. Stop and go traffic drains a car gas, so the true estimate really depends on your daily driving habits. It has a 210 HP V6 engine ready to attack the road at full speed ahead. It has all wheel drive, 4 anti-lock disc brakes, and handles very well on the road.

The interior, when you first look inside, seems very small. It can hold up to 6 passengers, however it looks like it would fit a lot less. When you open the trunk area you will notice the trunk area is very small, that is, until you let down the rear seats. When you recline the rear seats, you have storage capacity from the rear of the vehicle to right behind the front seats, which is very impressive. The interior has a wood grain type dashboard with everything digital. It tells you how many more miles you can travel on the tank of gas that you have, you have dual control over heating and cooling the entire vehicle, CD player, and in some you may even have a navigation system.

The cost for one of these magnificent vehicles can range anywhere from 16,000 used to 35,000 brand new, depending on the age of the car and the style you have. As with many vehicles, there are a large amount of options one can choose from when purchasing the Pacifica. From sunroofs to navigation systems, you will find just about anything you can dream up. There is a programmable garage door opener in the car along with front seats that adjust to any angle to maximum comfort.

Some of the more noted safety features would be the child safety seat anchors, the dual airbags, seat belt tensioner and 3 pint seat belt, which cover both the chest and the waist for maximum safety.

This car is a must have for families or for those who just want a little bit more room without the size of a full size SUV. It is attractive for men and women and well worth the cost!