2018 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Toyota Sienna Meriden CT

Features & Specs

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Offered on Higher Trim Levels

Transmission

9-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

Seating Capacity

7 Passengers

7 Passengers

Fuel Economy

28 MPG Combined

27 MPG Combined

2018 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Toyota Sienna near Wallingford, CT

Finding the perfect minivan to tote your family to and fro can be difficult these days as there are so many incredible options on the market. We've created this comparison review to help you narrow down the choices. Two models that stand out from the rest of the family haulers include the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Toyota Sienna! The Pacifica is one stylish minivan that offers incredible features from technology to safety equipment and a pretty powerful engine. The Pacifica also offers a hybrid powertrain option too! Plus Chrysler added so many great new features and even a whole new trim level to the Pacifica for the 2018 model year. The Sienna offers a roomy cabin and some great basic features. Toyota doesn't offer much in the way of 2018 updates though. It looks the Pacifica is off to a strong start, keep reading to find out which minivan can offer your family the best ride!

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Power & Handling

Every Pacifica model is powered by the same engine for the 2018 model year. Underneath the hood, you will find the trusted Pentastar. This 3.6L V6 engine produces and generous 262 pound-feet of torque and 287 horsepower. The front wheels are powered by an automatic 9-speed transmission. This incredible powertrain makes the Pacifica one of the most powerful minivans out there! The EPA estimates that this engine can get up to 28 miles per gallon combined. Plus Chrysler has created a hybrid version of the Pacifica! Perfect for families looking to save at the pump and work on their carbon footprint! The hybrid Pacifica runs on a similar engine with dual electric motors producing 260 hp. This engine can travel up to 33 miles on electric power alone and offers an estimated fuel economy of 84 MPGe. The Pacifica can get the job done no matter what you're hauling thanks to an impressive 3,600 towing rate!

2018 Toyota Sienna Power & Handling

Every Sienna is powered by the same 3.5L V6 engine for the 2018 model year. This engine produces 263 pound-feet of torque and 296 hp. The front wheels are powered by an automatic 8-speed transmission, depending on the trim all-wheel drive is available. The Sienna just can't compete when it comes to fuel economy getting just 27 mpg combined. This minivan offers a lower towing capacity as well coming in at 3,500 pounds.

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Features & Design

The Pacifica offers an incredibly spacious cabin that can transition from family hauler to cargo transporter with ease! The standard seating configuration makes room for seven passengers but some trims do offer and options eight-passenger configuration. For 2018, there are six trim levels to choose from all of which comes incredibly well equipped. Standard features include a 60/40 split folding third-row seat, a 6-speaker sound system, 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, dual zone climate control, auxiliary and USB audio inputs, a rearview camera, 17-inch steel wheels, and keyless entry and ignition. Higher trim levels offer even more like driver seat memory settings, a vacuum cleaner, hands-free liftgate, premium leather seating, and more! 

2018 Toyota Sienna Features & Design

The Sienna is offered in a total of five trim levels for the 2018 model year. Standard features consist of automatic headlights, 7-inch touchscreen, tri-zone climate control, keyless entry, a rearview camera, auxiliary jack, Bluetooth, smartphone app integration, CD player, and a 6-speaker sound system. You have no choice but to upgrade to a higher trim level to get features any more advanced than these. Some of those features include 18-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, a larger driver information screen, and more.

Conclusions

While the standard features for the two minivans are pretty similar, the Pacifica pulls ahead with amazing advanced features like an integrated vacuum (we all know kids are messy, this minivan makes cleaning up after them a breeze) and Stow 'n Go seating! The Pacifica also offers better fuel economy and a hybrid powertrain that will blow the Sienna out of the water. It's safe to say that the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica is the best minivan out there! If you want to learn more about this incredible minivan check out our full review linked below! You can also come visit the showroom and see this baby in action!

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