All-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Named to Wards 10 Best Interiors List for 2016.
After spending two months evaluating 47 vehicle nominees and scoring each based on materials, ergonomics, driver information, safety, comfort, fit-and-finish and aesthetics, the editors at WardsAuto named the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica to the Wards 10 Best Interiors List for 2016.
"The folks who put the minivan on the map in the 1980s have stunned the segment yet again with the lavishly appointed Chrysler Pacifica," said Tom Murphy, senior editor of WardsAuto. "Shoppers buy minivans out of necessity, but there are many aspects of the Pacifica they will want, such as the rich Deep Mocha leather, the groundbreaking Stow 'n Go seats, the panoramic roof and the integrated Stow 'n Vac vacuum. And the kids will clamor for the third-row seats, which recline at the touch of a button. For Long Islanders, a trip to school, hockey practice or the doctor's office will never be the same."
As the original creator of the minivan more than 30 years ago, FCA US LLC has transformed the segment with firsts – notching 78 innovations through the first five minivan generations. With the introduction of the all-new Chrysler Pacifica, FCA US adds 37 minivan firsts to its portfolio for an unprecedented total of 115 innovations in the segment.
"Loaded with comfort, convenience, technology and functionality, the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is truly a living room on wheels, delivering everything families need or want in a minivan," said Timothy Kuniskis, Head of Passenger Car Brands, FCA – North America. "Being named to the Wards 10 Best List is an honor, as well as a testament to the thoughtful design and engineering that make this no-compromises minivan the perfect combination for modern families."
When creating the interior of the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, designers sought to "make every piece like a canvas that has been painted on." The interior is horizontally drawn, emphasizing the spaciousness of the vehicle, while continuous linear elements keep the eye moving.
"Our interior and exterior designers collaborated with the extended teams to truly push the design aspects of the vehicle. As a result, we created a vehicle that offers function and beautifully integrates technology in a non-imposing way. While the exterior makes a statement, the interior seduces passengers with delightful details that are thoughtfully organized in a spacious and purposeful manner," said Ralph Gilles, Head of Design, FCA Global. "The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica was truly a labor of love and being placed on Wards 10 Best List is validation of our determination to offer customers the best."
The beautifully crafted interior of the Chrysler Pacifica mixes high-tech elements with a sculpted, muscular feel. Control elements are high-tech and modern looking, with their hard surface contrasting with the soft, sculpted look elsewhere. Outlets appear more formal, highlighted by a simple chrome ring that was designed to be thinner for an exquisite, precise feel. Bezels feature a similarly weighted accent.
The Stow 'n Go floor bins offer storage when the second-row seats are not stowed, and the enhanced Stow 'n Go system features redesigned seats for added comfort and side support. The Stow 'n Go process has been improved so that the seats fold smoothly forward into the tubs, while the addition of the all-new Stow 'n Go Assist feature helps to further simplify the process. With the press of a button on the B-pillar, the front seat moves forward to allow the second-row seat to be stowed. Pressing the button again moves the front seat back to its starting position. In addition, the Easy Tilt second-row seats allow for easy access to the third row, even with an empty child seat installed in the second row.