Is the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Good In The Snow? We Put It Through The TFL Slip Test To Find Out!

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The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica marks the first time a Chrysler minivan has carried an all-wheel drive option in more than a decade. But is it any good when you need it most? To find out, Tommy puts it through the TFL slip test to see how it performs.
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[@jamieshields9521]

Merry Christmas TFL crew, enjoying vids leading to Christmas have great Christmas 🎄

[@EdwardsAdventureZone]

Would love to see a snow driving comparison of the AWD Pacifica vs. AWD Sienna.

[@normt430]

The Pacifica would run rings around the new Sienna AWD!

[@AG-rk5hj]

@@normt430 until it breaks down!

[@normt430]

@@AG-rk5hj I'm on the PacHy FB page. They don't break down and one highest rated by Consumer Reports.

[@normt430]

@Cletus Ross then why would it break down? They just came out in 2017 so there are a few years of good history.

[@hotwheelinroblox7348]

@Cletus Ross you just straight up hating bruh

[@kurtomac]

What’s up with the different front rims vs rear rims on that thing

[@AutoXerWgn610]

It looks like it's only the right front. Would be funny if the factory screwed up while building a car for press use. If so, that would be pretty embarassing.

[@pablochacon40]

It’s the new trend like kids now wearing different color socks 🧦 on

[@0xsergy]

@@pablochacon40 new car.. press vehicle... Snow on the ground. Someone curbed the bitch in the last test drive while it was snowing. Or maybe they ship it like that with one different rim but idk.

[@APMC100]

The color is identical so this could be a repeating trend of the 70’s

[@jasonbyrne6312]

If it was a press vehicle, they probably sent it that way showing two rim options

[@Stuka87]

I had a co-worker with an 03 Chrysler minivan with AWD and it did amazing in the snow. Something about the even weight distribution or something made it work really well. Its limiting factor was ground clearance. And despite this one not being the best in the 3 wheel slip test, it would still most likely be good in the snow with proper tires.

[@katrinaseng2540]

Hey Tommy did you notice on the mini van it had a different rim, on the right hand front and maybe different size?

[@Rohan-Vap0]

Good spot

[@Wearyman]

I noticed that too. Maybe the rims have sensors in them and the right front is missing the sensor? That would seem odd, but Chrysler sometimes does weird stuff.

[@Alex.AL_26]

That is a new design trend now in the auto industry.

[@teerexness]

That was the first thing I noticed also. Very distracting!

[@fourhill]

So, the RIGHT FRONT WHEEL! ... and I think he did some kind of traction test... it wound not have been so bad if he had offered any explanation in the beginning.

[@the_jarmel]

Why is the right front a different rim? Even a spare would be matching ??

[@slscamg]

Once I saw that, that’s all I could focus on, trying to figure out what was happening.

[@rptalbert]

@@slscamg Chrysler Build Quality!

[@samuelgarcia1464]

Not a Chrysler its a fiat

[@banovsky]

I came here for this 😂

[@reenachauriya4931]

@@samuelgarcia1464 exactly jeep and chrysler are not even designed by Americans anymore. On the moose test of a jeep it was an Italian speakingengineering team that showed up to correct the suspension despite the test being done in Canada. Made in America my a..

[@chrisfisher4615]

Totally agree that minivans are more versatile than 3 row SUV. Only thing AWD minivans are missing is tow rating. If minivan manufacture figures out a 4000-5000 lbs tow rating on paper, I think they could sell/steal more unit sales from SUV buyers.

[@darienmiller1032]

It always confused me why minivans have been stuck at a max tow rating of 3500 pounds. Part of me thinks manufacturers don't configure minivans to tow as much as their crossovers cause they fear taking away one of the biggest reasons why people buy crossovers ovee minivans. When you consider that the hybrid sienna tows as much as the hybrid highlander, it makes me wonder why the gasoline highlander out-towed the gasoline Sienna 5000 to 3500.

[@abelflores5976]

Because it’s all about the money and that will Take sales from their bigger ticket items such as cross-overs and trucks.

[@Ashquacks]

But they don't want to do that, because SUVs make them more money.

[@matthewputnam7486]

The other thing minivans are missing is ground clearance. I take your point though, minivans are superior to 3 row CUV's in almost every way.

[@01gtbdaily30]

This is the exact reason they don’t make minivans tow or have higher ground clearance. You don’t get more sales you trade your SUV sales for minivan sales. You need to keep them separate . It’s the same reason the Subaru Crosstrek doesn’t come in turbo otherwise you lose WRX/STI sales . This can be said about many manufacturers like the Toyota 86 and Toyota Supra . Why buy a $60k Supra if the $30k 86 has a turbo engine .

[@hubaiiiii]

havent watched the other pacifica vids yet, but why is the front right rim mismatched?

[@williammodlin2621]

Hey, Tommy, I love these tests. Very informative and I think useful. I would suggest that you chalk mark the wheels which would help show how much the wheel is spinning.

[@praveenbunga]

Can you please do awd testing on palisade or telluride aswell.

[@sincityf3505]

I read at some point that the AWD is activated under different circumstances, like when the tire slip but supposedly if the windshield wipers are on it will automatically engage the AWD, I wonder if that would change the slip test because it wouldn’t have to wait to activate the AWD

[@jandolezal1062]

If you get into slippery conditions with the Pacifica, GUN IT! 😀 Merry Christmas TFL!

[@grisa12345]

Please do a slip test on the new sienna AWD!

[@housepianist]

I’m not a Chrysler fan in any way whatsoever but I’m kind of liking the look of the Pacifica - and that blue color with the dark wheels looks pretty cool. Next, maybe do the same test for the new Sienna and then take both minivans out to do some real traction testing in the snow. Keep up the good work.

[@zonacrs]

Probably be a great family hauler in snow country with 3 peak rated or dedicated snow tires.

[@Bartonovich52]

So is my Impala in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. You don’t need AWD for snow.. and just about every car I see in the ditch is a 4x4 or AWD driven by people who thought the laws of physics didn’t apply to them. If you’re having trouble accelerating with front wheel drive.. it means you are going to have even more difficulty steering or braking with AWD.

[@zonacrs]

@@Bartonovich52 True, and a 2 wheel drive pickup truck with no weight in the bed is a major pain in the ass, snow tires or not. Learned that the hard way. Don't get me started on lifted 4x4's with mud terrain tires in the snow hauling ass in snow/ski country during the winter.

[@floof4444]

@@zonacrs I agree. Can't tell you how many times my ranger got stuck just for the no rear weight reason alone

[@zonacrs]

@@floof4444 Yep. I relocated from the southwest to the northeast in the early 2000's with a Tacoma "pre-runner" 2WD drive that had a rear locker. Completely useless in the snowy/icy conditions of New England. I was no stranger to driving in snowy conditions on ski trips, but not in a 2WD truck. A trip to Lowes to toss four 50lb bags of play sand in the bed made it at least workable, yet still a pain in the ass. Tires and weight over the drive axle were key.

[@floof4444]

@@zonacrs mhmm

[@adolfodelcid4161]

Dumb question but why are the front rims different from the rear?

[@RoelLopez92]

I believe trac off is better in the manual it states that when turning trac off the Bld (brake lock differential) stays active but doesn’t limit torque.

[@NikhilSsv]

Anyone explain why the rims are different ? 😅

[@ohioguy4326]

The factory probably put on the wrong one.

[@EDHBlvd]

Have you guys done a TFL Slip Test on any of the modern Volvo’s with true AWD (not the ‘E-AWD’ hybrids)? I cant find one on KZbin. I’m curious how the AWD system in my 2020 V90 Cross County would stack up against other FWD biased AWD systems like on this Pacifica.

[@4x4.tests.on.rollers]

I tested V90 Cross Country D5 from 2018, great result.

[@OSUCherokee1]

This was a good video to highlight how AWD systems that do not have torque vectoring struggle using the simpler brake traction control. This is roughly similar to 4WD Hi setting on a pickup/SUV. The Honda, Buick, and Audi AWD systems are still the benchmark.

[@pewpewpistol]

I wish the middle row seats fold to become a coffee table with recessed cup holder like my old 2005 sienna. Glad it's not the only awd van in market now

[@estewitt2989]

why not engage the reverse gear? different weights distribuition is a variable. this render the test closer to real life scenarios.

[@jamespenner1412]

We bought an awd Pacifica a month ago and it's very impressive in real world ice and snow conditions, it sticks to the road very well, even with the factory highway tires.

[@mike_a13]

What trim level did you go with? We are looking at the new Pacificas and leaning towards the Limited AWD

[@jamespenner1412]

@@mike_a13 went with the touring L awd, very nice, had the 360 cameras, leather, DVD, and stow n go, yes the limited is quite a bit nicer

[@LetsDIYIt]

@@jamespenner1412 How has it held up? We are in the market now. Still not sure which package. The Pinnacle is beautiful but expensive. We want to add the rear entertainment which the Pinnacle comes with so it closes the gap completely over the Limited and somewhat over the Touring L

[@jamespenner1412]

@Lets DIY It it's been great!! Would definitely recommend it!! If it was me id go for the limited, so you still get to keep the stow n go seating. In my opinion the seats are still very comfortable to me.

[@LetsDIYIt]

@@jamespenner1412 thanks. I have to compare the Limited to the Touring L to see what the differences are. I only compared Touring L and Pinnacle previously (minus the quick pricing check I mentioned above between Limited and Pinnacle)

[@patrickmartin3322]

Why is the front right wheel different

[@andrewmonk5254]

Merry Christmas TFL from the UK, I really like your slip testing, the results achieved are sometimes surprising, one question though, have you ever tried the slip tests in reverse gear? As someone may need to reverse out of trouble, Does it make any difference to the traction control?

[@EyesWideOpen420]

These tests deserve a channel of their own! Keep them coming!

[@Jack.driver]

There is European one, very nice tests.

[@2010challengerRT]

I would really like to see this test done on more AWD systems out there. I'm thinking a lot of these FWD based AWD systems are more marketing than actual capability.

[@4x4.tests.on.rollers]

Majority of fwd based awd systems aren't able to pass only the test when just one rear wheel has grip.

[@TnTTyler]

This system is what's used on the Cherokee KL it works extremely well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKnId4OJm5l8jqM

[@smaltais417]

I've owned a Durango for years and drove it every WE to ski resorts no matter the road conditions. This SUV is a beast and if this AWD tech is somewhat similar to the other FCA AWD like the durango, this Van will be awesome no doubt. If FCA releases an AWD-PHEV version with a little towing capacity (like 2K Lbs), this thing will be in my driveway. Quick question..do you think the traction control may consider the outside temperature in order to assume slippery roads ? Iin other words, may the results differ if you are 0 deg C or under ?

[@ErokCherokee]

AWD system in the Durango is the same as the Grand Cherokee Quadra Drive I. It's a completely different AWD system than the Pacifica FWD biased AWD system and I'd take the Quadra Drive I system anyday over a FWD biased AWD system.

[@trippplefive]

you'd be in a ditch before this van figured out which wheel needed more power.

[@jamespenner1412]

@@trippplefive I own a new awd Pacifica and its actually very impressive for handling of ice I was blown away

[@Ashquacks]

Likely no AWD version of the hybrid will be made in this generation as there is no room left for the rear AWD components. The transverse AWD system is also a lot different than the one in the longitudinal Durango.

[@Pilot_graaape_45]

Why have a crappy mild hybrid when you can have a HELLCAT??

[@kevinvoyer5053]

There’s an old school trick to getting traction when needed. But this only works when the parking brakes effect the driven wheels, like rear wheel drive, with a parking brake in the rear. As the one wheel without traction gets all the power an spins freely, slowly apply the emergency/parking brake, sometimes that will end up sending some power across to the other driven wheel, just enough to get you moving! That worked especially well when I was a forklift driver, I amazed other forklift operators watching me helplessly spinning one drive wheel on an slippery wet floor, or on uneven surface with one drive wheel up off the ground, I would pull back on the parking brake lever, the spinning wheel would stop and I’d be free!! But in a lot of newer vehicles, the parking brakes are electric, that also stop the engine from sending power!

[@shenjw12000]

Could you do a similar slip test on the 2021 Toyota Sienna AWD?

[@joshc606]

The average driver this AWD should be fine I would think. It’s like an old school open diff. Slip test the world!

[@normt430]

So much better than Toyota AWD systems!

[@uwotm8247]

@@normt430 Nope the Camry AWD is better than this shitbox

[@hotwheelinroblox7348]

Tried the Camry AWD in the snow and I slid into a pole

[@wantsanewvehicle]

@@hotwheelinroblox7348 ...because of the tires. Nothing to do with the car or awd system.

[@uwotm8247]

@@hotwheelinroblox7348 seems like it’s a driver skill issue and not the car

[@kellydrover1994]

Merry Christmas! For a family hauler at a competitive price I think the van did a great job. The people who are likely to purchase these van’s are not recreation or professional drivers, when getting stuck they just going to floor it. I think the programming choices plays into that. Nice review,

[@ChesterFoster]

That test was perfect. I give it a 10 out of 10. It's a minivan 🚐... what more can you ask for... at least it got unstuck dolo

[@mitzilamyles6366]

That minivan did okay

[@gutteherr]

I love the TFL slip test. It really shows how AWD systems are performing. Also, I'd love to see a slip test on a Wrangler Rubicon - that would be a really short video.

[@kennyfoss8389]

2018 Pacifica is great...negative problems. Will be getting a 2021 next year! Love to drive these vans!

[@MarkM58]

Why do people not read before commenting with the same comment many others have made? LOL

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

Because by and large they are mainly teenagers that don’t have the patience for reading comments.

[@marathonfreak67]

So.... Did you see the different wheel? 😉

[@irfanyxp3489]

@@haroldbeauchamp3770what I mostly saw toxic comments here ;)

[@tenncutt]

Big deal the stupid wheel! Made no difference in the test

[@BB-eb8lq]

Great test, did you do this for the Sienna?

[@PatrickRich]

This test really illustrates the reality that AWD in 2020 is about implementation and software more than hardware. I would guess this has the same AWD hardware as the Renegade from their Tier I supplier GKN, with the addition of the disconnecting PTU. So why is one highly capable off-road while the other barely gets off the rollers? Programing and intended function. In the real world, this may be programmed to be more predictable and safe and less ideal in a test like this, i.e. max grip is less important than total vehicle stability, and NVH. What we need is some 3rd party or even the manufacture to start selling tunes for the AWD. I'd bet even this wimpy standard PTU/RDM system could be tuned to be slightly rear-biased and a little more fun. Throw in a few sway bar tweaks and you'd probably have a fun little wagon.

[@richardbixler]

I hate how all these car makers are putting really expensive torque vectoring differentials in their cars and then not programming them to work correctly. The RAV4, Acura RDX, and this Pacifica all struggle with basic traction tests. I’m guessing that these diffs are so expensive and complex, they don’t want warranty claims, so they just deprogram them. Ultimately, your paying extra just for the “torque vectoring” marketing without the capability.

[@johngrant1337]

A great test and the Mini-Van did great . You need to try the Lemon(Defender) on this test it would be good for a laugh.

[@mr.henderson3395]

I live in Canada and the streets we drive on in the city are all ice, just like a skating rink. Is this AWD system considered part time AWD? Come to Winnipeg, Manitoba and then do a real condition test. I would hope you would use winter tires, studless and studded. In the Winter its -50 Celcius.

[@unlogical2188]

Can you guys do that on a 2021 Sienna too?

[@69trublu]

In all fairness to the Pacifica, the average driver isn't probably going to pussyfoot around, on and off the throttle. Most people would be on it, with maybe some feathering. In that case you would've probably gotten it to move sooner instead of playing around. But thats fine.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Merry Christmas Team TFL! For 2021 I am looking forward to the Slip Test on the GR Yaris.

[@nuk3fishydude902]

Merry Christmas ☃️🎄

[@Subzero-ji5ys]

boi GR Yaris, needs rocket testing

[@kyleyoder2175]

GR Yaris isn’t coming to the states

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

Lmao yeah okay. High school boys are all on the edge of their seats waiting for that test.

[@1northsparrow246]

@@haroldbeauchamp3770 That's funny, didn't we just watch this video which was presented by a high school boy or one barely out of high school?

[@jamespenner1412]

If it wouldnt of got of the rollers I would of not been impressed, since it made it off in every scenario I'd say it did good even if it took a bit of throttle to do it.

[@hereigoagain5050]

Great test! Makes me want a couple of rug rats to justify buying one. Have a wonderful holiday & 2021. 20/20 wasn't perfect vision:)

[@Oakleyworld]

You will lose all your cool points buying a minivan, just get an SUV lol

[@omgcool7206]

@@Oakleyworldone of the coolest guys I know drives an early 2000s high mileage Town&Country because it's "cheap and trusty." Roll it up to the work site, open the sliding side door, boom! Rack of tools, at your service! Then you get nice cushy seats on the ride home, and good gas mileage. Function > Cool.

[@Oakleyworld]

@@omgcool7206 well if your already cool then you can pull it off but if your not cool then it the minivan will make you even uncooler.

[@omgcool7206]

@@Oakleyworld I'll gladly settle for uncool if Chrysler makes an SRT variant of the Pacifica! Imagine a beefy, smooth 480hp inline six engine (it's coming!) in an AWD, aerodynamic van with a relatively low center of gravity, adaptive suspension, and 275 width performance tires all around for less than $65k.. That's the van America needs to fall in love again :)

[@Oakleyworld]

@@omgcool7206 That makes me imagine what Otto mann from the Simpsons would drive, i can picture him now.

[@1wasinAlpha]

Even fcking pacifica can send power to the wheel with a traction. This should be the bare minimum performance for all awd systems

[@normt430]

Unlike Camry AWD!

[@bryanhersman4037]

@@normt430 and the Tesla

[@macr4908]

I love my 2020 launch edition that I just got the end of November it handles western NY winter well so far

[@patsgarage8593]

Why is the front passenger wheel different from the other 3?

[@potatoaim4762]

I would really like to see the slip test on used vehicules. Like a 2010 rav4 AWD by exemple. I would like to see how older cars could do

[@4x4.tests.on.rollers]

I did a lot of tests of older cars, the oldest was from 1988.

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

@@4x4.tests.on.rollers glad you commented. Love your channel. Keep up the good work.

[@4x4.tests.on.rollers]

@@haroldbeauchamp3770 Thanks 🙂

[@tossmonkey1]

"We pulled ourselves off" just beautiful

[@justYouJesus1God]

Have you tested the 2021 Toyota Sienna AWD?

[@p-force7732]

Am I crazy or does this car look like a giant VW GTI

[@LittleMikeStarCraft]

If these didn't cost so much, I think they would be a great alternative to a crossover. It will take 4-6 years for them to be practical to purchase in the used market.

[@skwashua]

We bought a plug-in hybrid Pacifica and it’s been amazing. I wish AWD would have been an option when we bought it.

[@skwashua]

@@RalphieTheCat We don’t need awd, but it is nice when driving in the snow.

[@mav4516]

Different rims?

[@badgerpa9]

You need to stay on the throttle for the traction control to figure it out and work is normal. If you are going to count on traction control to help in ice or off road on greasy mud you stay on the throttle a little no matter what and left foot brake to slow down until you are thru the low traction area.

[@unfilteredtruckistanian8637]

I'm not a minivan fan but. gotta say the pacifica really is beautiful. I once drove one in 2016 when I did a transfer for a car dealership. Was really impressed by what Chrysler came up with . Smooth driving , sporty but not sporty felt more like driving the Chrysler 200 .

[@lotdominguezcastellon6028]

It would nice if it did have a lock differential switch.

[@MrAWD-ox3gk]

Why the front right wheel is different than other 3 wheels??

[@andyf8347]

I don’t think you guys ever did one on the previous Gen sienna awd. It’s a more traditional AWD system so I’d like to see how it performs compared to the new hybrid AWD systems

[@tinoarreguin8850]

I would've like to see the tested loaded with passengers, etc, more like real world driving.

[@sensoryoverload8915]

It seemed like a lot of suspension travel on the front when it came off the ramp, maybe it is just me.

[@brianrobinson1979]

Just today we took our brand new Pacifica in snow up our road and got stuck. Very disappointed. We bought this for the AWD. We need a minivan for many things but maybe it will only be the Subaru in the winter :-(

[@carlow9224]

Who else realized the wheels aren’t the same

[@nwmusic2010]

With the Jeep brand and history of Chrysler’s AWD systems, I’m not surprised that this system performed fairly well. My guess is the second iteration of the AWD Pacifica will perform even better.

[@cuneytmeran7237]

Why right wheel has a different rim?

[@davidknoke692]

How would a test like this compare to 4 wheel drive

[@slingerriggin5226]

Did anyone notice the smoke from the front passenger wheel? At 7:08

[@davidchilders8729]

Why do you have 2 different rims on this vehicle? It wouldn't come from the dealer like that.

[@willmatic84]

I currently drive a 14 caravan i wish dodge and chrysler should've kept awd on all the minivans and now they come out with this after 15 16 years 😢 but the van did pretty good in the test I be scared of damaging the transmission 😮

[@billjamison2877]

The point is...It DID WORK as advertised.

[@jg8263]

TFL, I think you need to do a series of slip tests for trucks with the rollers (I know you already do them in snow), to show the difference between various drive configurations. I think it would go far to educate truck buyers on what they are getting vs what was marketed to them. You could do 2wd, 4x4 with open differentials, 4x4 with limited slip, and 4x4 with lockers. Show the difference between 4 auto, 4hi and 4lo as well on the rollers for each configuration. For kicks, throw in the Honda Ridgeline with its torque vectoring AWD (I know you technically have already demonstrated that system on the Passport and it was excellent, but it would be interesting to see it in the truck series). If you do this next year, you might even get to include the upcoming Ford Maverick (which is rumored to have the baby Bronco drivetrain) and the Hyundai Santa Cruz (with whatever it will have). Thanks for all you show in these, I hope you can entertain this suggestion as it would be very informative.

[@jg8263]

I admit, it would be very entertaining to see a "4x4" with open differentials spinning 3 tires and going nowhere on the 3 wheel test, and 2 tires and going nowhere on the diagonal test.

[@denisewildfortune4058]

Now that we know that a lot of throttle is necessary I would love to see a retest with high throttle from the getgo! This would help to discover whether success was a time-based or a power-based function of the computer.

[@wtfx5757]

Power based it looks like

[@chaos80]

The wife and I bought the 2020 launch edition and love it. Our van has done well in the rain, like down pouring rain, no snow driving as of yet, though. Alot of cars and trucks don't really think the Pacifica has a good launch off the line but its almost as good as my 2015 200s v6.

[@videray6812]

That first gear is crazy low. Zooom

[@jasonward6649]

Would there have been any difference with the wipers on during the test since that turns on AWD in the Pacifica?

[@jg8263]

My wife has a 17 pacifica, and we are considering the awd when we trade in 1-2 yrs. This was very informative. Thank you.

[@normt430]

That Pacifica Hybrid with fed incentives is enticing. One of the best too!

[@normt430]

@Grogu Djarin Mazda does similar as their AWD syatem is about as bad as they come.

[@michaelshoemaker1245]

Can you put tape on the tires of cars when doing these tests. It’s just easier to see how many times the wheel is spinning haha

[@jsouthwell79]

Have you done the sienna AWD roller test yet? It would be interesting to compare.

[@normt430]

It will fail as do all Toyota Hybrid with electric on the rear wheels.

[@tundrav8georgia]

@@normt430 wrong lol thanks on the joke

[@normt430]

@@tundrav8georgia Toyota hybrids only send about 100 lb-ft of torque and won't pass all of the tests. Sh*t! Even mechanical RAV4 will have problems as will Lexus. Pure junk!

[@doge3760]

​@@normt430 Having worked at both a Chrysler and Toyota dealership I can say for a fact that Toyotas are much better than the shitboxes that FCA make. Plus I don't make as much on the endless warranty repairs of FCA products!

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

@@doge3760 complete horseshit. Toyota warranty work is very common. My neighbor is a master mechanic for the local Toyota dealer. If you truly worked at a Toyota dealership you’d know that the new Toyota’s are nothing like the reliable ones from the 2000 and before.

[@MegaGeorge1948]

That mini-van did do much better than my Uncle's old Willys Jeep did with the old part time four wheel drive. The Willys Jeep had open differentials. So if even one wheel on both ends spins, the Jeep would go nowhere.

[@jesusmelendez9563]

Well that was disappointing

[@TnTTyler]

You may want to check the facts on the AWD system. It's an AAM ecotrac AWD system. AAM has stated and others have tested (me) that the AWD system is always active at low speeds and tapers off to FWD mode after getting up to speed. This AWD system is identical to the Active Drive 1 AWD used on the Cherokee KL, the difference is that there is no selec terrain control over the AWD or transmission

[@petersack5074]

...fiat chrysler,,,,,you would have to PAY ME to own one.,....plastic, toy junk. all they are, now.....sardine can with an engine, and plastic body/doors inside/ junk windows/ disgustingly made....

[@derricklogan2058]

It doesn't really matter how much work, as you put it, that had to be done, cause in the real snow and icy weather is where it makes a difference!!! I'd rather have to work at it a little and get unstuck than to be buried nose first in snow....or an inch or so in the mud like I was in 2009 in Crawford, Mississippi like I was in my 2008 Dodge Caravan that I once owned. Nothing is perfect. You proved your point! The AWD worked! That's all that matters. Those who like it can feel good about buying one! If I weren't on a fixed income, because of my disabilities, I would buy one. But, I will just hold onto my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo.

[@hgtydjdjdgh67889]

Minivans have to be the least sexy videos on KZbin but I found this valuable. I'm 99% sure our next vehicle purchase is a minivan (50% Toyota, 45% Honda, 5% this). We're in the Northeast and awd would be nice, but I think overall quality is more important to us.

[@Mr-Chris]

PLEASE PLEASE DO A Toyota Sienna AWD vs Chrysler Pacifica AWD!!!

[@brucebeamon5460]

Looks like the 4WD DRIVE TEST did BETTER than a Subaru did with this EXACT TEST , NEWS TO ME I NEVER knew Chrysler/ Dodge made a 4WD in the past ( why did they stop selling it ? )

[@tOSdude]

2004 is correct, the last Caravan/Grand Caravan with AWD before they released stow-n-go in 2005. If the current system is programmed like my Charger, it was probably already in AWD mode due to the temperature.

[@TheMooser1978]

This appears to be the Limited AWD model equip with the S package. As such buyers are given the option between the standard 18” wheel (on the rear) and the optional 20” wheel (on the front). As others have mentioned, it’s probably a press vehicle which explain why it’s demonstrating the options. Just a guess, but that’s my .02 cents.

[@SBarber1100]

I LOVED the slip test just a few bugs to work out of it, BUT..... Please Chrysler up Grade the sound systems speakers to Bose Speakers so we really can rock our music inside Van / Car, I'm waiting on the 2022 model.

[@stevek4449]

Would be nice to have an option to say the following wheels are spinning and tap all the ones spinning so it knows to ignore them and to only help the one driver did not tap. when the vehicle lurched, i would have stopped throttling and VERY SLOWLY applies the throttle and where it lurches again hold the throttle at that precise RPM. Then it would start hopping then back off the throttle and reapply. Use the throttle rock it back and forth. Ignore the brakes and the transmission and ONLY use the throttle. In my 26 years of driving a truck Long haul all across the USA and a few Canadian provinces both loaded and empty, that throttle technique got me unstuck MANY, MANY TIMES. Occasionally when nothing happens and the tires are just spinning and not lurching and NOT HIGH CENTERED, a slow to medium rpm can slowly heat the tires to melt the ice without damaging them . Then over time you can get unstuck. the object here is to warm the tires via spinning to melt the ice but not too fast to melt the tires. Remember when on ice melt the ice with your tires, not melt your tires on the ice:)

[@squarecatcreative]

For all the dirt that car snobs still shovel about computers running things, an upside is things like this /could/ be solved with a software update. How probable, you ask? That's a good question. (And, for the inevitable YT pedants, yes it is possible there's a mechanical issue with a viscous coupling/clutch, being a press car and whatnot...)

[@Mr-Chris]

I need to but a AWD minivan soon... PLEASE DO THE TOYOTA SIENNA SLIP TEST!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Harry-uq9qd]

Is it because it would cost a lot in development and production to make a full-time AWD that almost no manufacturers are doing it-- because the vast majority of consumers don't even know the difference anyway? At least in the south of the USA where there's basically no or little snow, yeah I don't think many people even need it, they just like the idea of AWD. But I think full-time AWD is so much better for slippery situations.

[@vicranger6876]

Why would they set the van up with such low ground clearance? In a 6-10” snowfall the van would have to plow its way through the snow and a heavy snowfall of 10 - 15” would make this a stuck vehicle in my opinion. That extra resistance caused by the van pushing snow and never able to get out of the snowy residential or country road , would make this a terrible northern states van instead of a great van if it had another 3 or 4” ground clearance.

[@DeeSock]

6:36 SUV laughing in background

[@brgergerv593]

I honestly don’t understand how the computers can’t figure out that needs to send power that one wheel within a few seconds ...Boston dynamics can make robots that do backflips, pick up boxes n’ s#%^, and most auto builders can’t even figure out how to make power go to one wheel???

[@normt430]

Super job and even better than Camry AWD! I bet thr Sienna AWD won't passed these tests!

[@rckum8621]

That junk Pacifica won't even last 2 years. Had a 2019 Pacifica and had endless problems never buying one again. I traded it in for a 2020 Sienna and couldn't be happier to get rid of that junk.

[@normt430]

@@rckum8621 all vehicles can have problems as they are thr most complex things we buy. But seldom today do new vehicles leave you stranded and sometimes dealerahip repairs are not the vehicle or manufacturers fault.

[@jamesthurber4730]

Hey, you're trying to move a 4000 lb. vehicle with one wheel, of course you have to goose it! I get the feeling you boys don't see much snow where you are, how about you buy a winter coat and do a real world test?