Test drive: The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD is fit for the Snowbelt
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The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD is the brand's first all-wheel-drive minivan since 2004. The new model mixes all-weather traction with plenty of family-friendly features and tech.
The Pacifica AWD uses the same 287 hp V6 and 9-speed automatic transmission as the front-wheel-drive models, but adds a power transfer unit, driveshaft and rear drive module that lets it spin the rear wheels with up to 100 percent of the power. Drifting and donuts are actually possible if you try hard enough, but when you’re taking it easy the Pacifica operates front-wheel-drive vehicle extra traction is required. It knows it needs it when a wheel slips, as with many AWD systems, but also engages proactively if it senses it’s on a rough road, if the temperature gets too cold or if the windshield wipers are turned on. I got lucky and scored a snowstorm during my time with Pacifica Limited, which is the third of four trim levels available that start at $39,535 for a Touring and top off with the $54,885 Pinnacle.More Related News