Ultimate Minivan Showdown | 2018 Kia Sedona SXL+ vs 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Limited

[@bobp1016]

I’m single and I bought a 2015 Dodge Caravan and I love it. People need to get over the minivan stigma. I don’t care if people look at me. I buy a car for value and utility and the minivan beats every other vehicle on the road.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We've been pushing the minivan market quite a bit since we filmed this episode.

[@laylow8648]

Bob P I’ve been married over 30 years with no children ever. Just purchased the Pacifica. It’s our 6th Chrysler Minivan. We can’t imagine our life without the comfort and extreme convenience a Chrysler Minivan provides. We looked at Honda, & Toyota but the fact of my body is not getting any younger, wrestling with the middle row seats in & out is no longer appreciated. We just sold our 12 Town & Country with the Stow & Go feature. This definitely is a feature we are not willing to live without. It sealed the deal. We own a 1997 AWD Town & Country with 250,000 miles on it. And we use it as a pickup truck. It’s one tough vehicle. It takes a licking and is extremely dependable. We have never had major problems with our prior Chrysler Minivans. All vehicles need maintenance and Chrysler’s are affordable to repair when needed.

[@user-kq8rk1vd3u]

I agree 100

[@dustyaries]

Im an Uber XL driver of a minivan and Im saving for the new 2020 Chrysler 35th Anniversary Pacifica Hybrid Limited with the S package. Driving a 2010 Grand Caravan SXT with power slide doors is a great novelty to my passenger. Even have a Play Octopus trivia tablet to keep groups entertained during those long traffic times. The 2nd row Captain chairs are so comfortable for the passengers, that staying awake cannot repel with the comfort of that magnitude! Driving then Pacifica will be an experience of a lifetime....both me and the future passengers!

[@nickkershaw35]

The Sedona doesn’t really look like a mini van to me, you will definitely get looks in that. The Chrysler just has all the features but it looks like a mini van.

[@EJ-qw3jq]

My kids have been grown and gone for almost 20 years. I got used to road tripping in my minivan, I set up a bed roll made with a hide-a-bed mattress for cozy camping and star gazing ability. I also drive it to work in northern Minnesota 50 miles in 10" of snow and made it home in my trusty Chrysler! Almost 285K miles and counting!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Very nice! We’ve got a 2020 Pacifica booked next week, even though we’ve already driven two models years for it we’re still looking forward to get into it, and it isn’t even the facelift.

[@Penske_Logistics_Roseburg-Ore]

Yeah, you cannot get that kind of Mileage in a Kia.

[@jscottupton]

Anyone who has owned a mini van in the past will recognize that the Chrysler "stow and go" is a HUGE, HUGE feature. It's almost a "killer app".

[@PRNTestDrive]

Agreed! It gives driver's a lot more flexibility to use these vans for more than just hauling people.

[@pilotdog68]

except the tradeoff is that you get garbage wooden seats in the middle so that it fits in the floor

[@conracewhatever5224]

I drove Sienna, Sedona and Pacifica for rental car... So far i love Sedona the most..

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's a pretty solid minivan overall, especially when you look at the price of the competition.

[@jpdirt289]

@@PRNTestDrive I was looking to at them and they claim it will pull 5k?

[@superswagproud7189]

JP Dirt payload capacity is 1,700 pounds and towing capacity is 3500 pounds, add that and you get above 5k, yes it is true!

[@roamaroundgisg7362]

What made u say Sedona is better? Can u state forth ur experience? Thanks!

[@-RockOn-]

I have also driven both as rental cars. Even I liked the Kia as a drive but I went for the Chrysler Pacifica when I got my own. There were many things that made me go for the Sedona over the Kia. To begin the storage capacity is ridiculous being a luxury minivan. Stow n go gives possibility for so many configurations. Interestingly I found the Stow n go seats more comfortable than the Kias middle row seats even though they looked more comfortable.

[@StrokedGT]

After having a set of twins in 2021 and again in 2022, we traded in our 4Runner for a Pacifica S Limited. I love driving it, everything is powered, awesome display unit, and looks better than all the other minivans. I love it.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Pacifica is definitely a great choice! I've enjoyed all of them that I've driven so far, the hybrid offering some nice fuel economy.

[@thenewcenturyhomeste]

My parents have a loaded Pacifica Limited. It has everything. I'm not a mini van person, and thought the parents were making a bad choice from all the minis I've seen (that I thought were really ugly) but I was quite wrong. Drives pretty well too. And it is just the two of them....No kids. However, the video states that they don't see many on the road, but where I am, there are a lot of them, although not many of the limiteds.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We’re starting to notice more of them, but in comparison to crossovers the numbers are low. The Pacifica is one of our favourite cars this year, really surprised us.

[@audiwankenobi361]

This was/is a great production,your commentary was soo pleasing to listen to despite you being under the weather.....seriously, I loved the spontaneous feeling delivery! I typically keep my vehicle choices simple and just go with the most HP but I'm a Hyundai/Kia fan + I dont have Pacifica money anyways.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you liked it, thanks! I was really hoping my voice would be back to normal by now, but I'm starting to get worried about filming the current cars we have. We've got a few more Kias lined up, including the Stinger which we're picking up next week!

[@audiwankenobi361]

Perpetual Radio Networks I'm looking in thru a foggy window but I think (as of this video) you sounded/looked real good.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Definitely a bit better than when we went to record the audio for the Sedona on Sunday. I'm still not 100%, but I'm really hoping to be by this Sunday. We've got two cars to film that need to go back on Monday, so I need to be back to normal.

[@nbowling10trio]

Anyone planning to keep their vehicle over 100k will likely have better luck with the Kia. We’ve had 4 Chrysler’s between 130k&150k come down with mortal sicknesses. 98 Durango with blown engine at 130k ,transmission was acting up at 90k. 08 Pacifica head gasket leak @70k transmission clunks hard into third @120k. Both air cons stopped working. Both lost heat eventually. Now our Sedona has 150k and is still like it has only 50k.no problems at all. I’m done with Chrysler! We had a few Chrysler in the nineties last 200k with little issues is why I trusted them.not anymore!

[@nbowling10trio]

I do believe every automaker has some of their vehicles that mangage to be trouble free for many miles. In the area I'm at and the people I network with chrysler is a bad choice for long term reliability.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Both Hyundai and Kia have improved their vehicles significantly over the last little while, we've been fortunate enough to drive a number of them for longer terms and never had any issues.

[@nbowling10trio]

@@PRNTestDrive I just read an article of how Hyundai /kia/genesis invested a billion dollars into solving any quality issues they had any have leapfrogged themselves up around the top of most lists. It was a similar story to what nissan done in involving their employees more and becoming a tighter work group. I think it was 2006 they hired a lead designer away from audi and that's when their styling started to improve to the point that they're some of the most desirable in the road now. They're at the very top in reliability now too. I really hope American brands continue to rise too. It was almost heartbreaking that our chryslers died. The styling/aesthetics has been awesome for many years but I'm not willing to put money into them when the drivetrain is showing signs of failure.

[@laylow8648]

Well, I must be luckier than you. I’ve owned 2 Grand Caravans, 1 Grand Voyager, 2 Town & Country’s. In fact I still Own a 1997 AWD Town & Country with 250,000 miles. Yes, it needs a new A/C Compressor that it’s not going to get. This vehicle is the only Chrysler Minivan I have replaced anything under the hood. At 239,000 miles I Needed a new alternator. My 97 still has the original exhaust system including the muffler. This thing is a tank -40 degrees Fahrenheit and sits outside and starts every morning. Just bought a 2018 used Pacifica and purchased without any fear. I’ve spent less on keeping my Chrysler Minivans on the road that any GM or Ford vehicle’s I have ever owned. I also just sold a 03 Buick Regal with 355,000 miles on it. But it didn’t get there without a lot of help. Yes my 97 only had 250,000 but Ive hardly spent any money on it to keep it going. Sorry to hear you have had negative experiences with Chrysler Products.

[@m.s.1715]

Don't buy the pacifica! I bought a 2018 used and I've had nothing but problems with it even though it only had 11,500 mi. It started stalling and lost power steering while I was going 70 on the freeway. It also said service electronic stability control and service shifter. It was terrifying. They have tried to fix it now for the third time and aren't having any luck. Found out that they have had a lot of lemon law lawsuits from 2017 to 2019 due to the exact same issues I'm having. Worst investment I've ever made!! Stay away! I'm watching this because I'm thinking of getting the Kia, no it won't be as nice but I won't be afraid it's going to get me or my family gravely injured or heaven forbid killed.

[@justindavis5983]

I Definitely prefer the look of the Sedona!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to see some more support for the Kia!

[@SuzukiKid400]

Rebel Rouser I Disagree. The Pacifica looks more handsome with the better lines, more fluid front end, and classy chrome accents in the Limited.

[@jasontman36]

Just bought the Pacifica Touring plus L. 35k here in South Florida. I was looking for a SUV or Crossover but did not want to. Spend over 40k because I wanted leather. I got all the options I wanted and more room and I feel like I got more value for my buck with the Pacifica. I said 12 years ago I’d never buy another mini-van but here we go again! ...YO!

[@jasontman36]

All my grown kids are bigger then me and are not moving out of the house anytime soon so why not get another Mini-van! Plus I have a place to sleep when I piss my wife off! It’s a win win!!! ...YO!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Can't go wrong with the Pacifica! We're seeing more of them on the road these days. We think it's a fantastic alternative to the crossover, especially if AWD isn't important for you. The PHEV model is also a great option!

[@plmillerda]

I didn't want a minivan either but I've had mine now for 103000 miles loved it...

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We keep saying that we're expecting to see a resurgence in interest for minivans, they offer something unique over a mid-size crossover and pricing tends to be very competitive also.

[@mikolajmikun5337]

I imported in 2019 Kia Sedona 2016 EX from USA to Europe (Poland) No problems with driving, no problem with parts - many parts fit other KIA or HYUNDAI cars. If I can't get parts locally, I order from the USA on ebay. There are maybe about 30 of these cars in Poland. Whenever I stand at traffic lights or drive around the city, someone will look at my car, it's very nice. The turn signals in Europe are yellow and with the help of a strong yellow LED bulb I was able to meet this requirement. I bought the speedometer in Canada so as not to convert MPG to L / 100km. Fuel consumption in my car in the city is 11.2L / 100km. My previous Opel Omega 2.5V6 car fuel comsumption was 14-15L / 100km. After 2 years of use, I am in love with this car.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's interesting that they don't sell that over there, but I'm glad to hear you're enjoying it!

[@Andre-hr1cb]

Can you tell me how you imported that car to Poland? Im from Germany and also interested in that Sedona. Is the engine running with LPG?

[@Jaime_Estevez]

I have two Kia's, one is sedona 2006 I bought it new now has 245k miles running with the original spark plugs, I changed the alternator once but otherwise I have not had any problem since then, after the good experience with the sedona I bought in 2013 an optima now has 140k miles, equally without problems.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That’s awesome! Very impressive mileage from the Sedona. I hope other viewers will see your comment as they scroll through, a lot of people complain that South Korean vehicles aren’t reliable, which isn’t true.

[@huynhc35]

Wow that's great! Seems like normal wear and tear ... great reliability I guess

[@Martin-lo4yl]

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[@theduck001]

Mini vans are much better for normal roads than SUVs !

[@PRNTestDrive]

We agree! We talk about the Chrysler Pacifica in our 2018 Year in Review episode: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5bNkmpsf5ZmsKM We're expecting a resurgence in the minivan market over the next little while, and vehicles like these are going to stand out as people look for a crossover alternative.

[@user-sv8kb8yy5c]

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[@LindaMadlala]

Good review, having driven the 2016 Sedona in V6 SXL spec - I can't think of a better minivan. Besides being stylish on the road, it's a simple no frills functional vehicle that my four grandkidz and large extended family have come to enjoy with every trip. Last year we added a three bike carrier and our weekends are on another level.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We see more Sedonas on the road now, people are slowly going back to the minivan. 2019 should be a good year for the segment!

[@Pango5697]

Within the past year, I have had both Toyota Sienna (which my wife crashed and totaled) and now The KIA Sedona. I have to say that I’m kind of glad my wife totaled the Sienna because it allowed us to get the Sedona. It is much better in terms of physical appearance, tech options, and also it just drives and feels better! The Pacifica? I do not trust any American made cars especially minivans. My parents bought a Dodge Caravan when I was a kid and I remember how much engine trouble it gave us. It drove my dad crazy and he vowed never to buy Dodge:Chrysler cars again.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We drove the 2015 Sienna just around the time we started filming videos for TestDrive, but would definitely take the Sedona over it too. We're looking forward to 2019 to see if anything new comes in the minivan segment, we're expecting these vehicles to grow in popularity once again.

[@a.kblur04]

Paul Yi (sorry i know one month later) Honestly surprised you had engine problems. Sure the rest of the van may not have been as well built as competitors, but the Chrysler van engines are really really solid.

[@fonzierello3424]

Adam solid what? Solid SHOPaholics😂

[@joelrepass2379]

The Pacifica is a great car as long as you stay away from the hybrid.

[@insideoli]

dont be a cry baby, they ate awesome and not just bc one one only one car, your whole perspective of the company let you change your choices

[@Mark-jd1jx]

I own a 2010 Sienna LE AWD, Best Car i have ever owned i barely put any money into repairs, The latest issues i had with my sienna required dropping the sub frame to fix a transfer case leak and decided to replace all bushings that totaled to about $1k. about $4k Into oil changes. The minivan has 235k miles and still rolling. the only things i have replaced prior to me removing the engine / trans for the Transfer case was an alternator and starter. though starter was a 2nd time replacement due to me buying a remain one and alternator went out at about 225k miles. My recent recent replacement was a throttle body due to the sensor going out. I buy parts from Junk Yards for my sienna making it not expensive at all to do repairs bushings etc i went brand new. The Junk yard parts last me as long as the old ones do and not even that expensive. It depends if you want luxury or reliability. The new 2021 Toyota sienna is a Hybrid 4 Cy, I wish Toyota still offered the trusty V6 in the sienna for 2021, though like many people said Maintenance is key to having a car that lasts long but at the same time Chrysler isn't known to be very reliable. Now if i had to pick between the sedona and Pacifica i would go with the sedona, Kia reliability has been getting pretty good in the past few months. My hopes for the future is to get a low mileage 2nd gen sienna again and restore it back to pristine condition as my sienna is dirty inside etc due to kids and plastics etc fading out due to age.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We hoped to get the chance to feature the Sienna, I ended up driving a 2016 before I started filming new cars and liked it.

[@campbellvonjordan68]

I still see minivans daily here in the southern US. Very popular. Also, I am the one individual who would buy one because I am single and need a large vehicle. I am drummer who often carries gear that pertains to instruments beyond my own, and having all that space would be incredibly useful.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Definitely a useful vehicle as a musician! There's a lot of functionality that comes with either one of these minivans.

[@carmenegonzalez5559]

i love the chrysler minivan is the perfect for my family needs

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it!

[@joeboyle5864]

Driving my second Chrysler van. 173,000 trouble-free miles on 3.8L v6. It could handle better - but good 225/60 x 16 tires help a lot. Wish I could mount a sway bar. Otherwise superb !

[@PRNTestDrive]

Thanks for sharing! We just spent a week with the 2021 Pacifica AWD and loved it. Chrysler has always done well with minivans.

[@GodsloveMuzik]

Being a person who drove a 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyeger 3.3L Rallaye, Chrysler is a silent killer because that van lied about its horsepower. It felt faster than numbers told. Smoother than butter on sliced bread. I loved it. I still have the car but I bought a new car because I wanted the upgrade.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Chrysler has been the leader in minivans, and continues to be today. We really liked the Pacifica, we spent a week with the hybrid earlier this year.

[@GodsloveMuzik]

PRN_TestDrive Id definitely take the Chrysler

[@tu6198]

we own the town and country for about four years now, i've been going around to dealerships trying to find a SUV or Crossover that will meet my expectations. In other words trying to find a SUV that will have everything my minivan has from leather, touch screen to cargo room. There's nothing out there that i will trade my minivan for. (we don't want a Suburban/Tahoe type of SUV) I'm sticking with my TC minivan for a while longer.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The minivan has a lot going for it, we really loved our time with both of these, and again earlier this year with the Pacifica Hybrid.

[@giovannifunaro5408]

Excellent Video - This may be something you didn't realize but the Vans are great for camping. So could you maybe just include a short blurb about Towing Capacity. Thanks. But all and all your the best presenter.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Great points, I'll make sure to include that when we get our hands on the 2021 Pacifica later this year!

[@michaelgehrke9297]

One advantage minivans have over all but a couple large SUV'S is the ability to carry six people and their luggage .

[@PRNTestDrive]

I think that's one of the reasons why we're going to see a resurgence in minivan sales. Manufacturers aren't spending the marketing dollars on them, but the R&D is definitely happening, and people will start to notice! We'd like to feature the other major minivans in 2019.

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

Those Chrysler minivans are like incandescent lightbulbs. You use it until it quits working, then you throw it away and buy another one. The Kia on the other hand, I have a 2015 Sedona with 145,000 miles and it still runs like new, shifts like a dream, and has freezing cold air-conditioning.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying the Sedona! We’re seeing a lot of them on the road out here, the minivan is far from forgotten!

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

Lol thats like 4 years old...

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

David M Yeah and?

[@anorveaa]

I test drove all these cars and ended up buying the 2020 Kia Sedona. Kia wins hands down. Both these vehicles are "luxurious" in their own way and I like them both very much. The buttons on the Sedona feel exactly like an Audi and it has that "european" feel to it and I don't see anything cheap or "pasticky" whatsoever in mine. Personally I don't like all that shininess on the plastic on the Pacifica so I guess everyone has different taste. The Kia did have that "WOW" factor for me because the vehicle cost me THOUSANDS less than the competition. If no one pays attention to that there is something wrong with them. The gear shifter knob in the Pacifica was a big no no and a turn off for me. I'm just not the type of person that likes a know to change gear and I would never buy a car with it. I also don't trust American engines and transmissions and from the very little research I did Chrysler does not have a great reputation of making transmissions that last a long time. I rather go with a Korean car such as Kia or Hyundai before buying American. Sorry :-) The Kia Sedona was actually the very last vehicle I test drove after going to dealer after dealer test driving most SUVs out there and Kia wasn't even in my mind at first and I was leaning more on a Highlander or a Pilot or Subaru Ascent. After just a few moments while test driving the Kia Sedona I knew that wat the vehicle I was looking for and I LOVE the gear shifter design and I was extremely impressed and I got a fantastic deal over anything else I tried getting at other dealers. This is indeed the nicest car I have purchased till this day.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Congrats on the purchase!

[@januaryoctober8618]

I agree completely. A shifter knob? Deal breaker for me which is so unfortunate now because 2 features I do want is 2nd row stow n go and also AWD. But a shifter knob? Forget it.

[@StrokedGT]

@@januaryoctober8618 you get used to it, and it saves a lot of space on the console area.

[@orochish532]

I started with a hatchback, and than straight to an SUV (I was a sucker for SUVs for awhile, I had 3). I got my first minivan a year ago. I have a 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, and love it. It's definitely safe to say I'll never drive anything else, minivans are my new favorite (specifically Chrysler minivans, as they're just so damn sexy 😍). I really wanted a 5th gen Town & Country. But if I'm being honest, the more and more I watch videos like this, it really makes me consider a Pacifica, or Voyager. One thing I really like about the Chrysler minivans, aside from the design, is the blue with peanut butter interior 🤤 (I think they do that combo the best).

[@PRNTestDrive]

There's a lot to like about modern Minivans including the updated versions of both of these which we've reviewed. We drove the 2022 Kia Carnival and the updated 2022 Chrysler Pacifica and loved both.

[@KingKenTM]

6:09 *me being single watching this video review because I want a minivan due to the spaciousness* 😐

[@PRNTestDrive]

Make it so!

[@ricardoordonez1355]

Lmao I just want to buy a minivan to go out with all my friends

[@ednab.9001]

These are beautiful and great, however way over my budget for my mentoring program. How good are the used vans? Which one would be best to buy?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Either should be great value in the pre-owned market. The Kia might be the better choice on price, as the Pacifica already starts off pretty pricey.

[@poppyneese1811]

Not a FCA guy, but after countless Dodge Caravans as company vehicles, I got to say had at least 20 over the last 33 years and there great on trips, running to the hardware store, hauling the Grandkids or working out of. Where getting ready to switch to the Chrysler Pacifica Voyger, low grade Pacifica. I’ve seen them on Auto Trader for Low 20’s, say your on a tight budget and two or three children. Never lost a transmission or Engine in all that time and Caravans. Plus throw on snow tires and they do great on slick roads, though I’m not sure our winters can be compared to Canadian winters.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Pacifica gets even better for the 2021 model year, we had a chance to see it last week at the Toronto International Auto Show. They don't sell the Voyager variant here in Canada, but a more affordable entry-level option would help to boost sales. Pacifica sales in 2019 in the USA were very healthy, just shy of 100,000 units.

[@SW-ic4ls]

I just bought kia sedonna 2020 I have a 3 year old android phone it hooks wireless but has no voice prompt. In order to make a call I have to go to phone book or manual dial. I have loaded android app and hooked with usb. The sales person has tried to help twice. What can I do to make this work? My phone is not that old and I do not want a new one.. Are there any updates. I thought this would be neat with the new technology and the apps loaded. The phone doesn't even work with voice.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Have you tried connecting via USB to see if it works? It could be the phone, even newer ones seem to have some problems. My wife has a Samsung Galaxy S 9 and worked well with her 2019 Niro, but she had a software update from Samsung and now Android Auto doesn't display her caller ID on incoming calls.

[@SW-ic4ls]

@@PRNTestDrive I can voice call with phone plugged in with usb. I don't feel I should have to do this (ridiculous) I can use contacts and call without usb. So why wont voice prompt work

[@abetterconsumer]

If they make an awd Sedona I'll buy it

[@PRNTestDrive]

I think that will have to be the way the minivan market goes to stay competitive. I'm surprised Chrysler dropped the AWD option from their vans after the 4th generation. Right now only Toyota offers an AWD version of their Sienna in Canada.

[@lanvyn1112]

These two models are popular in the U.S. so the minivan market has not died out just yet

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We see both of these on the roads up here too, but they're each in a sea of crossovers.

[@lanvyn1112]

Same here, lol. I had a Kia Sorento before I switched to a Kia Sedona to fit the size of my family.

[@stevepowsinger733]

Nor will it. The low floor van will always have a space advantage over the SUV. The van has the greatest cubic feet and the widest side doors. (Not that I own one)

[@jeremyb456]

I would go with the Kia all the way I just can't trust Chrysler and there reliability and for a extra 12K its not worth it

[@PRNTestDrive]

That’s the one thing we’ve heard a lot in the comments so far. Chrysler says they’re actively working with customers to resolve any problems. As for the Kia we don’t hear any real complaints from buyers.

[@alexmaclean1]

To be honest, we have not had any issues with the Pacifica yet warranty wise. In fact I don't think we've had a single repair on one beyond oil and tires. I do know the 3.6 in it has had some issues in the past, but in the Pacifica it is significantly revised and we have not seen an issue yet. That being said, it's a new vehicle and we only have 3 model years experience with them, so things could change, but for now their quality does appear to be probably Chryslers best.

[@jalis812]

Chrysler dont have problem anymore since they have fixed them now. My dad had 1997 grand voyager Special edition 3.3 and it was broken every day.

[@nukestrom5719]

@@jalis812 There's a class action law suit against FCA now. I wouldn't even bother to take a look at Pacifica.

[@MiggyCR]

@@nukestrom5719 let's not forget when someone sued Hyundai and Kia because their car caught on fire for random reasons and Hyundai and Kia had to recall millions of vehicles because their vehicles were catching on fire for random reasons

[@marieallen5304]

Chrysler Pacifica is absolutely the best . We test drove both and fell in love with the Chrysler ..the Kia just felt cheap

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Chrysler is a seriously great vehicle, it made our Best of 2018 list!

[@angelo_alexpaguntalan411]

for me Chrysler looks like a cheap ones felt cheap as innova does if you remove the chrome accent. while this model is abit old. I like the 2020 model but they refresh this one and more luxurious in 2021 model more like a suv style and a bit longer... fun fact that most korean artist use the Sedona/ carnival aa their daily driver.. and they always get the best version of korean cars yet they export the cheap ones same here in the Philippines....

[@edwardgiver]

I've always loved minivans. They're just so dang practical. 7 passenger van and can also be a cargo van. My Chrysler is now 6 years old with 100,000 + miles but has taken a lot of service maintenance repairs to get there. My next minivan WILL BE a Kia., they have the best build quality and warranty in the industry.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We see a lot of both vehicles on the road out here, we're predicting a resurgence in minivan sales, so hopefully the competition for them will get even better giving buyers more choice/options!

[@mikeybthepilot]

I totally go to car meet ups with my Pacifica!!...but mine's the hybrid version and most people don't seem to know it exists so it's a bit of a curiosity. Most common comment is "wow! I didn't know electric cars could be that big!" If you think the gas Pacifica is good, they Hybrid is better! It handles better and rides better, it's more quiet and you hardly every have to buy gas for it!

[@PRNTestDrive]

That’s what we like to hear! The Pacifica PHEV really is the one to get, we wish we had the chance to feature it, but hopefully we’ll get our hands on it to see what kind of fuel economy we can get with it.

[@mikeybthepilot]

We've had our 2017 for over a year now, our lifetime fuel economy is 4.5L/100km with just over 11,000km driven up to now (about 8,000 km of those in all-electric mode). Our best economy was 1.5L/100km where we went from 4 April 2018 to 7 July 2018 (four months!) without buying gas and did 3375 km's on that one tank of fuel - about 2/3 of which were electric only of course.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's outstanding! I really think the Pacifica deserves more attention, I still stand by it as a fantastic crossover alternative. You really can't beat that fuel economy though, even 4.5L/100km lifetime is really impressive for a vehicle of that size.

[@mikeybthepilot]

Perpetual Radio Networks I shall look forward to seeing a review of the hybrid version at some point then!! If you’re near Ottawa there’s a Green Energy Doors Open event this Saturday (Sept 22) at Lansdowne Park. I’m brining my van to show but there will be a slew of other electric vehicles there as well. It’s public outreach for the electric vehicle club I’m with so it is kind of like an electric car meet-up and is open to the public. (There will be other cleantech there as well.)

[@PRNTestDrive]

Very cool! It's good that there's events like that happening, it's a great way for enthusiasts to get out and meet new people, but also for others to learn more about the options out there. Unfortunately we're at a Nissan event this weekend in Tremblant, but let us know if there's ever anything else happening in the Ottawa area, we've got family up that way!

[@jacobreed47]

More minivan battles please

[@PRNTestDrive]

We'll see what we can do! Honda might have an Odyssey on their press fleet, but there aren't many around. We did want to check out the Pacifica PHEV as it offers that plug-in range over the competition.

[@ruthanderson1758]

Sorry to disappoint you but I'm single and I bought a 2017 Kia Sedona last fall - I plan to go camping in it. Lots of space except I hate the second row seats that flip up instead of stowing in the floor - they take up too much space and make it difficult to get in through the sliding doors. I'm a senior and have no problems maneuvering the 3rd row seats up or down. I absolutely hate the way it handles in the winter - despite being a heavy vehicle, it slides all over the place, the tires spin and the back end sways back and forth - long story short - it's scary to drive and I've never been a nervous driver no matter what the road conditions.

[@PRNTestDrive]

No disappointment here! I even revisit my statement in the latest video we did on the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. I'm always glad to hear from people who buy minivans for things other than kids!

[@zedlopez8267]

Sedona all the way,,

[@PRNTestDrive]

Lots of love for the Sedona!

[@godofdestructiondiecast6756]

The Kia will hold up a little bit better than the Chrysler I don't trust Chrysler products they are garbage

[@MiggyCR]

@@godofdestructiondiecast6756 no your just a clown Hyundai and Kias are unreliable they look like shit and just have horrible quality and that's why Hyundai and Kia recalled millions of cars because the engines were catching on fire for random reasons?

[@godofdestructiondiecast6756]

@@MiggyCR they still hold up a lot better than Chrysler products I will buy a Kia and Hyundai any day over a Chrysler they nice looking cars but they just pure nice piles of garbage that falls apart after a while

[@MiggyCR]

@@godofdestructiondiecast6756 it's the ignorance for me

[@mikelove2000]

I recently purchase the Pacifica Hybrid and I love it. Out of all the vehicles I ever owned I get more attention from this hybrid then any other vehicle I have ever owned. A stop at Walgreens plug in station and all the crossover and green lovers are all around it. Any plug in station in Seattle WA. area becomes a hot spot of curious eyes. I'm In the military and asked my soldiers how they feel about the van, and they all had a favorite thing, manly the uconnect, and panoramic roof. Because they are younger they didn't have the hang ups we have about the box on wheels.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We wish we had the chance to drive the PHEV, Chrysler did have it on their press fleet but we ended up getting this one as the Alfa Romeo we booked wasn't available. We see more Pacificas on the road each day, I feel it's going to continue to be a popular alternative to the crossover, especially if the rumors are true and an AWD option is coming.

[@slandshark]

I'm headed to the dealership today (I'm in seattle area as well) to hopefully buy a 2018 Pacifica Hybrid. It'll be our first non all-gas vehicle. Is it pretty easy to find the charging stations around the eastside? We live in south king and spend a lot of time on the eastside and south of east side (basically south king). We test drove a 2018 pacifica hybrid last weekend. We've NEVER been fan of vans, but both my Wife and I really liked it...a lot! So much so, that we are going to try and trade in our 2015 nissan pathfinder. We've got 3 kids, possibly a 4th in the future, and we like the idea of using electric motor if we can. It's an oddly exciting vehicle to drive, especially since it's a minivan.

[@ronaldschwartz1856]

I just purchased a Pacifica limited MSRP $49,020 for $40,136 excluding tax and license. Think of that when you compare models.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That is a valid point for anyone going to buy one, the incentives and discounts on the Chrysler are quite good, in fact at first we thought these two were closer in price because of the way Chrysler almost hides the rebates on their Build & Price. Unfortunately we can't use discounted prices when comparing vehicles in anything we do, so the MSRPs are the only numbers we talk about.

[@ellerskillzis]

And you bought an FCA product? You did not pay attention to reliability.

[@fortunatedad7695]

Can you remove the 2nd row seats on the kia?

[@PRNTestDrive]

I don't believe you can.

[@fortunatedad7695]

@@PRNTestDrive that's a shame. Nice looking van but it at least needs to have the seats removable.

[@haringbakal8188]

Don't ever buy Chrysler & Dodge brands they are junk. I worked in Chrysler dealership for so many years people I sold Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge caravan they basically went to service department for repaired. Lots of complaints against the electrical problems, transmission issue, car stereo problems, airbag, sliding doors,. Guess what my mechanic customer maintained one of his customer who owned a Kia Sedona 2016 that it had almost 400,000 miles & the engine was a bullet proof together with the transmission. The guy used his Kia Sedona minivan for Uber & lyf driver. He used mobil1 synthetic oil and filter. My Kia Sedona 2017 is a solid tank I already put 25,000 miles no single issue.i did my own oil change. I used Valvoline synthetic oil or royal purple synthetic oil and Kia original oil filter. It is a fantastic minivan. The engine and transmission made by Mitsubishi motor which is a lamdha GDI 3.3L engine

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

haring bakal Those FCA minivans are like incandescent lightbulbs. You use it until it quits working, then you throw it away and buy another one. The Kia on the other hand, I have a 2015 Sedona with 145,000 miles and it still runs like new, shifts like a dream, and has freezing cold air-conditioning. I’ve only put an alternator and a brake master cylinder on it.

[@MicklowFilms]

You’re a fucking idiot! So Chrysler and Dodge minivans used a Mitsubishi 3.3L engine as well. They’re not unreliable, they sell a lot more of them than Kia Sedonas so obviously there’s going to be more problems because of the sheer numbers of them sold and still on the roads. Properly maintain your vehicle and you wont have an issue.

[@nukestrom5719]

@@MicklowFilms You are the fucking idiot here. Honda and Toyotas sell more but we hardly hear complaints against them. Just see the number recalls for 17 and 18 pacificas (carcomplaints.com) and tell me its a reliable van. Just because its US made doesn't mean you must have it as its all about your safety.

[@edwardg9695]

I agree. Sold 2011 Caravan and kept 2007 Sedona. Sedona more solid, doors do not rattle, zero rust, much better paint finish, better plastics, better suspension components, better underbody components, better brake calipers and sliders, transmission smoother and it was 4 years older. Also the Stow and Go seats are not comfortable. Second row leg room is achieved by tilting the seat base back. Your knees are high and bent more than 90 degrees. Had to put my knees on either side of the seat in front of me to fit. In the Sedona, you sit in captains chairs and there is a gap to the front seats.

[@MicklowFilms]

No they don’t outsell Chrysler. The Chrysler Pacifica still outsells both Honda and Toyota. There are more Chrysler minivans sold so there’s bound to be more problems. Not hard to understand.

[@hondacr-vtouringguy8327]

I would want the front of the Sedona with the back of the Pacifica OH and I’d definitely go for the interior of the Sedona

[@MiggyCR]

Have you not seen the 2021 one Pacifica looks way better than the brand new 2021 Sedona Sedona is ugly and bulky

[@hondacr-vtouringguy8327]

@@MiggyCR Yeah well I’m not talking about the 2021 Vans!

[@MiggyCR]

@@hondacr-vtouringguy8327 your full of shit on go on when your CVT falls apart that's not my problem

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough

[@jamaalme6961]

I'm thinking of getting a 2018 sedona limited, I like the sienna awd option, the Honda has the better rep,I like the interior of the sedona wish the fuel mileage was better

[@PRNTestDrive]

I drove the Sienna a while ago, I believe it was a 2016 model year before we started doing car content here on TestDrive. Not a bad van overall, plus it got an overhaul recently. Hoping to feature it soon!

[@exionem]

" There´s no reason to buy a mini van if you´re single". Oh... you have no idea how easier it makes life for a single man. If you know what I mean... hehe

[@jpdirt289]

Nope, i have no idea what you are saying, explain?

[@poppyneese1811]

Way to go, thought I’d mention a lil hanky panky in the old Dodge Caravan, 37 years of wonderful Marriage, the look she gave me,,,,,,,, going to get flowers,,,,,,,last time I take a suggestion from a young single man😞

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

I was about go write this comment. I'm minivan dan

[@PRNTestDrive]

We’ve come to learn that! Lots of uses for these vehicles. We’ve opened our minds since filming this one.

[@realbeetlejuice]

FCA poured a shit ton of money in the new Pacifica and it shows! Great review.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It definitely shows! We were a lot more impressed with this minivan than we thought we'd be!

[@laylow8648]

Chrysler invested 2.5 Billion in to design and production of the Pacifica.

[@allisonmorrissey2078]

When you said socks with sandals, I spit out my water. 😂

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's like the official dress code for these cars 😂

[@parcel2025]

I always wear my socks with sandals. I drive a Mk5 T an C. lol

[@mrsh1918]

This video hands down helped me make a decision! I'm definitely buying the Kia! Thanks!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Congrats! We're always happy to hear our comparisons end up helping someone discover something new, or make a decision on a purchase. Enjoy your Sedona!

[@drummergeorge9642]

i enjoy tall and ample vehicles, and the best one for me is a Suburbuan, those bad girls retial for $60k and cost $120 to fill up. I'd settle for the next best thing, a sienna TRD PRO.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Does Toyota actually make a TRD PRO version of the Sienna? I'd love to drive that. We're likely going to get the Tahoe for the winter, unfortunately GM wants to give the Toronto journalists the bigger Suburban.

[@davidchodds]

Wow, when you compare the trim level of the Pacifica to match the price of the fully loaded Sedona, you really see the dozen diminished key features which pretty much strips down the Pacifica to a much inferior vehicle. And don’t forget Kia comes with an unrivaled 10 year/10,000 mile warranty, while Chysler has had a history of engine problems.

[@PRNTestDrive]

It's definitely true, the Pacifica is considerably more expensive overall, but Chrysler has been trying to position itself as a luxury-ish brand ever since it's marriage with Daimler. For the price, the Kia is exceptional, and we wouldn't bother with a similar priced Pacifica.

[@charlesmarshall2697]

Kia and Hyundai are same company and it is no secret that they have a major engine failure and recall going on now. My son's Sonata blew an engine at 86,000 mi. No engine problems with Chrysler vehinces during the past 10 years! I've driven both vans and the Pacifica has far superior driving dynamics.

[@thenewcenturyhomeste]

Charles Marshall Yes...A friend was given the Kia as a loaner. Neither of us were impressed. And unless the 2017 Pacifica Limited, that my parents have is bigger than the 2018, you don't feel "small" in it (if I understood correctly). I just went to Disney World with my parents and we took their Limited. We live 2 1/2 hrs south of Disney. Dad got a little over 25mpg on the way up and 24mpg on the way back home (more traffic). Not too bad! But this was still a decent review of the cars.

[@stephenlam7677]

I did my homework for 6 months on several cars with a maximum budget of 35,000. I had considered the Hyundai Santa Fe, Seranto by KIA and the Pacifica based on JD power rating, warranty, expert reviews and price point/ value comparison. I decided on the 2017 Sedona LX, adding the essential package upgrade which included the leather seats, folding side mirrors, parking sensors, automatic sliding doors, premium instrumentation, powered front heated seat with lumbar support. All that with ten 5,000 mile oil change and a 60,000-mile service package for 32,000, out the door. I have put 50,000 miles on it, 60% is highway and 40% in-town driving. I took it to Las Vegas a couple of times and I got about 25.5 miles on a gallon on the highway. In-town....not so good, about 19. I personally have no faith with Chrysler products and I have a friend who had a Ram 1500 truck and a Town and Country minivan, He had both vehicles for less than a year and both had electrical problems intermittently which caused the vehicles to lose all power, stalling on the highway more than once. He took them back to the factory more than 3 times and the factory had changed out all the parts that they believed had caused the stalling, but failed to fix it. So my friend had to sue Chrysler under the lemon law. Besides, The Pacifica still has the square minivan look and feel, and about 10,000 more for the same appointments on the vehicle.

[@Jeremiah17seven]

The Kia looks old and worn out (inside and out). The Pacifica looks new and fresh (inside and out).

[@timothythompson4036]

I bought a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica used. Excellent vehicle. This is my third Chrysler minivan. My Town and Country we bought used and had it for 13 years. Hyundai Kia is unfortunately known for poor engine quality. He didn't mention the Pacifica is built in Ontario Canada. The Canadians build excellent cars.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We do make great cars, no doubt! In fact all of Chrysler (brand)'s vehicles are built in Canada, as the Chrysler 300 is made in Brampton Ontario. We absolutely love the Pacifica, and I'm excited to try out the 2021!

[@HockeyGoon939]

Poor engine quality in a Kia? We are on a third Sedona, we have had a 2008, 2014 and a 2018. Besides changing the oil and occasionally the air filter we have never spent a dime on the engine - not even an oxygen sensor - and that is with over 300K of driving. The Chrysler 3.6 is a decent engine, but the older 3.8 is well known for its ability to empty the oil pan and destroy the engine. And Chrysler still hasn't built a decent transmission since the 727 front or rear wheel drive.

[@jpdirt289]

It is me and the wife I have a paid off Ram truck which I am keeping for summer towing my boat, but when I am not at the lake I am looking for a gas saver for when I am Mountain biking! I ride bikes all week long driving around in my truck just is getting worse for me to just be hauling a bike around!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Very nice! The minivan is making a comeback, there's no doubt about it. We've heard from a lot of viewers that say the same thing, it's just them without kids who want one of these.

[@jpdirt289]

@@PRNTestDrive For me I would like a van that gets better gas mileage then 13mpg plus AWD if i needed it i would hope to pull at most 4ton I just cant believe there hasnt been more of them already! This Cross over shit is stupid!

[@MrDeano691]

How much is the Pacifica? Is it fuel, or both in a Hybrid???

[@PRNTestDrive]

Chrysler offers a plug-in hybrid version of the Pacifica, which has approximately 60km of all-electric range when fully charged. Both system use gas, whether you go with the fuel-only or the hybrid.

[@MrDeano691]

@@PRNTestDrive I like the stow and go seats, I guess thats only with the fuel vans???

[@DroidTSK]

@@MrDeano691 Yep

[@nicolecobb248]

Thanks. I needed this video!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad to hear it! We've loving the activity these minivan episodes are getting!

[@Neptunyu]

its called the KIA Carnival where i lived :)

[@PRNTestDrive]

I'm always fascinated with regional naming for vehicles!

[@nomnomgamer9882]

Here in Australia Kia and Hyundai have overtaken US and most of Japan makes in brand perception. Chrysler = unreliable. Toyota = reliable but bland. Kia/Hyundai offer both reliability and features.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We've been saying it for years now, Kia and Hyundai have seriously stepped up their game when it comes to reliability, build quality, and overall design & features.

[@INUMIMI28]

I think the name Sedona suffers the most in past images, Rio, Sorento, Optima, they’ve all got over the past and moved on successfully, but Sedona....It still reminds me of the old car.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's a good point actually. We were driving behind a Kia Spectra today, and we see quite a few of the Amanti models still lingering around the dealers out here. They've refreshed pretty much their entire lineup naming except for the minivan.

[@olegshved3182]

From 2018 model year, Kia start to install 8 (EIGHT) speed automatic gear-shift box not 6 (six) speed. It named as Hyundai\Kia- Mitsubishi A8LF1 /2, A8MF1 /2. So ou tested Sedona model installed a 8-speed automatic.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough

[@Summer84100]

He’s big but very cute! Love chunky guys lol

[@PRNTestDrive]

Thank you!

[@robbieweiland2915]

Can someone explain to me why he mentioned that “halogen fog lamps are technically safer than LED?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Yellow-tinted light cuts through fog more efficiently than LED. Ever been in a heavy snow storm with LED headlights? They reflect off the snow too much, making it almost safer to drive without lights on completely. The yellow tint of a fog light ends up working better as a fog light, which isn’t necessarily to illuminate the road for the driver, but rather to help oncoming traffic spot you sooner.

[@sunnyn5331]

Kia/Hyundai has the best 5/10year warranty where other brands are 3/5years only.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Great point! Hyundai's Entourage doesn't exist anymore though, so if you're looking specifically at minivans than the Kia is the way to go.

[@MiggyCR]

Just because their warranty High doesn't mean they're good cars Hyundai some Kia's have cheap quality and horrible customer service

[@teckmanfs]

Chrysler and Dodge vans tend to break down a lot even though they have some of the best features. Kia is finally fixing two if its biggest issues with the Sedona for 2019. An 8 speed transmission and upgraded infotainment unit with two touch screens in the back like Pacifica.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Rumour has it the Pacifica might become a Kia product anyway, or at least under that Hyundai umbrella 🤐But while they may have had a tendency to have issues, there's no doubt that the Chrysler minivan is heavily relied on here in North America, both for families and businesses.

[@teckmanfs]

In US still think for using as people haulers mini vans offer the most bang for the buck. Have a 2012 Sedona now and looking forward to 2019

[@angelo_alexpaguntalan411]

@@teckmanfs no...... you should save your money for 2021 kia Sedona...... that model coming this year or nextyear has a luxury vibe to it

[@805NAVE]

Chrysler’s about to be history 😢

[@PRNTestDrive]

Seems like it doesn't it. They're down to two vehicles, even though they're trying to make the Pacifica PHEV seem like a third separate vehicle. Something needs to be done with the brand or else it's going to disappear completely.

[@insideoli]

what are you talking about?

[@dylbeentheplotagonistandra2811]

Perpetual Radio Networks FCA is actually planning 2 new Chrysler’s, they’re planning to resurrect the Aspen for a whole new full size crossover SUV in 2021 and they’re planning to make a new midsize crossover that shares a platform with the Jeep Cherokee and has the same 3 row seating arrangement as the Dodge Journey in 2020, and they’re planning to update the 300(maybe even add a Hellcat engine) and Pacifica(and add the S package to the hybrid)between 2019-2020, and on the Dodge side, they’re bringing back the Neon as a whole new vehicle based off of the Fiat Tipo as a replacement to the Dart, and the Grand Caravan will be discontinued after 2020 and there will be no Dodge variant of the Pacifica

[@tdginter]

I've driven both. I liked both, a lot. The Pacifica seat can completely stow in the floor, and the 2nd row Kia seats can't.

[@PRNTestDrive]

How can't the Pacifica stow fully? We show that in the episode of TestDrive Spotlight we did on it. The new 2021's Pinnacle trim loses the second-row Stow'N'Go.

[@tdginter]

@@PRNTestDrive that was a typo, that I didn't catch before hitting submit. Yes the 2nd & 3rd row can completely stow away into the floor. They can't all stow away on the Kia.

[@IndicaPower]

Kia or Chrysler? Naturally Chrysler Pacific, Ford Galaxy, Honda Odyssey and Citroen Picasso and Berlingo!

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Honda Odyssey is unfortunately the only other minivan we get in North America at this time, along with the Toyota Sienna.

[@geoben1810]

Minivans are bought because of the SPACE . As far as reliability goes, unfortunately the Dodge Caravan falls short. So far I've been lucky with the used 2005 (purchased in 2008) 3.3L I have with 152K miles. If I get another 150K I'm good. 👍😉

[@PRNTestDrive]

Hope it lasts you!

[@sylviofleurant2507]

Pacific is the true king

[@PRNTestDrive]

We don't disagree! The Minivan is back!

[@tman4915]

Chrysler all the way! Chrysler actually makes good vehicles. Just maintain them and don't beat the hell out of it. They will last. Just like ANY car they all have their issues. Most people buy Chrysler because they are cheap and offer great solutions for traveling and most importantly style with comfort. But little do people realize most people with them don't take care of them properly so yes they will fall apart if your not maintaining it and also they have a huge popularity in America so yes you will see more in the shop because they are so common. Go Chrysler!

[@PRNTestDrive]

I just picked up a Chrysler myself, looking forward to getting a few things fixed up on it and enjoying it. These Pacificas are really popular, and we've been impressed with them. We have a 2020 booked for later this summer, but we're really looking forward to testing the 2021 with the AWD system.

[@kenjkbs]

I would rather go with one that I can beat the hell out of and still reliable

[@hammerheartdan6311]

I'll admit that the Pacifica is really pricy, I wanted one but I couldn't pass up 30% off of a brand new Grand Caravan GT. I got the Dodge GC GT for 36K out the door while the Pacifica touring L I test drove was 48k plus tax! Ouch!

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Dodge is still a seriously good deal, it’s no wonder FCA hasn’t killed it off like they promised when the Pacifica was first launched.

[@hammerheartdan6311]

PRN_TestDrive I think FCA is playing it safe by keeping the current GC, it's the best bang for your buck. Although they should move the Grand Caravan to the Pacifica body style to keep it relevant in this segment. I absolutely love my GC but I enjoyed the Pacifica even more. I might trade it in once the dealer has some big discounts and incentives. They currently have some for about $6000 off but it's not enough to consider it.

[@MiggyCR]

@@PRNTestDrive they killed it off

[@Aramiz2]

I would like to know from experts how these machines will look like [quality] after 5-6 years?

[@PRNTestDrive]

Consumer Reports put out their most & least reliable list of vehicles this week. Kia sits in 5th place with the Sedona being their most reliable vehicle, whereas Chrysler is in 24th out of 29 brands tested, with the Pacifica being the most problematic vehicle. The problem with this type of survey is the source of the data. Personally, I feel people are more likely to complain about a product than they are to give it praise, so testing like this makes it hard for someone like me to fully believe the numbers, as complaints will outrank praise. However most people will look at CR as a trusted professional source of data.

[@momofmany9954]

My husband is an ASE Master Mechanic and Dealership Formen and purchased me a 2020 Kia Sedona as with experience as a Domestic Tech for decade plus, Kia has the best warranty in the market 100k miles for 10 years and quality for engine and transmission. We also have a 2008 Kia Sedona and it was never in the dealership outside basic maintenance.

[@jaywhite1850]

Any car buyer should always ask this question: Timing chain or belt? It’s not the most important question but it’s probably one of the most important unasked questions.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's a great point! It's something we don't ever discuss on TestDrive, and I don't hear it brought up in any of the few videos I watch either.

[@cgillit]

Love that people think they're James Bond because they're driving a huge SUV Crossover filled with screaming rugrats instead of minivan filled with screaming rugrats.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Lulz. The Minivan is still the best family hauler in my opinion, we've been impressed with all of them that we've featured here on TestDrive, and I'm glad that auto makers like Chrysler and Kia are committed to making them. Both are getting updated for 2021, and Honda just announced a refresh to the Odyssey.

[@cgillit]

@@PRNTestDrive I'm not complaining, I love that I get a comparative discount on minivans because other people are worried about how cool they look while their kid is carsick and vomiting Cheerios in the back. As far as I'm concerned, one of the joys of parenthood is you're freed from worrying about meaningless things like looking cool. And with stow-n-go seating you can convert your minivan to a party wagon when the kids move out.

[@ameermauri5547]

The Chrysler Pacifica is king, no other minivan even comes close .

[@PRNTestDrive]

We have a family road trip coming up and the first vehicle we wanted to use for it was the Pacifica PHEV. Looking forward to some long distance testing with it!

[@chiefkevbe]

I don't know why the video showing the rear entertainment system is sped up so much. It's almost as if you're trying not to let us see how laggy it is.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Sped up for time. Gotta fit everything in during the length of the video. You can see more on the Pacifica’s infotainment on either Spotlight episode we’ve done (2018 & 2019) or on our sister channel PRN_tech we go over the system in more detail.

[@chiefkevbe]

@@PRNTestDrive maybe you can review the 2019 Kia Sedona SX since that has an upgraded transmission. It will be more on par with th Pacifica. They even upgraded the entertainment system. These are the two best looking minivans and I'm glad you did the review.

[@PRNTestDrive]

I’ll see what we can do, Kia is already rolling out their 2020 models so we’ll see what’s new on the fleet!

[@angelo_alexpaguntalan411]

@@PRNTestDrive and they will refresh this model for 2021....you should prepare for that press car for review...

[@denirobernard9745]

The Pacifica is significantly better. My biggest issues are that Chrysler's have terrible history with mechanical issues and that shifter knob is stupid. If they can fix these two things, I would swipe one in a heartbeat

[@PRNTestDrive]

Long-term reliability is certainly something to consider with the Chrysler. That shifter too, not our favourite.

[@denirobernard9745]

@@PRNTestDrive Don't get me wrong here. Chrysler is really onto something here by creating a minivan that crosses over into an SUV, rather than an SUV that crosses over into a miniman. However, they could completely corner the market by doing these couple things here: 1. Make the vehicle AWD 2. Improve dependability. There's little point in buying a vehicle that we can't be confident in driving 50k miles without having to repair something major. 3. The monitors on the back of the seat need to be able to detatch, or make them not be interactable. Why? Because any child under maybe 10 can't interact with them without being unsafely seated. 4. Get rid of that insanely ugly shifter knob. No one wants or likes that. Those things alone would give the entire market no reason to look elsewhere.

[@SuzukiKid400]

De Bernard I disagree with most of your points as a minivan owner. 1. AWD is not necessary in most of North America...it’s just a modern day marketing ploy that has come along with the recent onslaught of SUVs. If you have snow tires, you don’t need AWD. 2. This is up for debate. Lots of people have had trouble free experiences with their Chrysler’s. 3. Just close the monitors so the kids don’t have to watch them. Why need to “detach them” as you say. 4. The shifter is genius! It makes the space so much more efficient in the Chrysler. For a woman, you need somewhere to put your purse. The Chrysler has an awesome little floor cubby under the radio area where you could put a purse or even an entire backpack. A T-handle console shifter takes up a lot of space and offers no functionality benefit. This is largely why GM still uses a column shifter in their full size trucks! Column shifters are pointless. Thank goodness you were not consulted to during the design phase of this vehicle!

[@muratismailov3424]

How about a sienna cause it isnt gonna break like a chrysler so....

[@PRNTestDrive]

We're hoping Toyota will get us going with some of their vehicles again in 2021.

[@mr.rogers7612]

He likes "his wagons" these new gen Van's especially Pacifica IS A WAGON WITH SLIDING DOORS

[@PRNTestDrive]

The 2021 Pacifica is even better as a wagon, with AWD and updated styling.

[@JDMatthias]

The Kia should be tested next to the Grand Caravan

[@PRNTestDrive]

Or else the Minivan police will take us away?

[@JDMatthias]

Cheeky. Because the Chrysler is an American luxury brand, Kia is a value Korean brand. So it would be more beneficial to compare the value American brand.

[@PRNTestDrive]

No one on this planet considers Chrysler a luxury brand.

[@JDMatthias]

@@PRNTestDrive Then you have a warped sense of judgment

[@PRNTestDrive]

No, what you mean is I have a different OPINION than you do. It's your OPINION that Chrysler is a luxury brand, and I'd venture a guess and say you're from the UK based on the Cheeky comment. Perhaps in the UK where Chrysler is an import brand it might be considered more luxury oriented, and that's fine, just like we here in North America believe Mercedes-Benz is a seriously luxurious marque, while they sell stripped-down version in their own domestic market, and are used as taxis and police vehicles. I understand that Chrysler wanted to position themselves as a luxury brand, but with only two models on the market and the Pacifica being the only one with higher-end features they aren't really in a position to call themselves even a premium segment brand.

[@terrysmith3723]

60+ for the Kia and 40+ on the dodge

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Caravan is still meant to be an economical option, whereas both the Kia Sedona and Chrysler Pacifica are aiming at more refined experiences.

[@Handiman544]

Why is owning a mini van considered some kind of stigma??? It makes much more sense than an SUV. It has more room even with the rear seats in place, it has more storage than an SUV. Plus it's not as likely to roll-over in an accident. It has just as many features as a much more expensive SUV. I've own one since 2003 and I love the Kia Sedona. It's the best vehicle I've ever owned, and I've owned just about every brand. Chryslers are known for their lousy transmissions, which I've experienced on a personal level. Kia's are reliable, great riding vehicles and I've never had anything major go wrong. I now have 199,000 miles on my 2008 and it runs like new.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Ever since we filmed this episode we've been busy pushing minivans as great alternatives to crossovers. This episode itself shows how much demand there is for vans. Hell the Pacifica made our top vehicles of 2018 list.

[@cornbread70s4]

Great review...thanks!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Glad you liked it, thanks!

[@다버스다버스]

SEDONA WIN!!

[@PRNTestDrive]

Sedona definitely has the advantage with the centre row captains chairs.

[@davidn5861]

SEDONA LOSES!!!

[@sunha2133]

PACIFICA WINNER

[@ptinio2]

Odyssey is waaay better than these 2

[@davidn5861]

@@ptinio2 The 2019 Odyssey is rated to not be a reliable vehicle.

[@عراقيوافتخر-خ6م4ص]

kia sedona ❤❤❤

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough

[@terrysmith3723]

No fold down on kia

[@all.sports]

Sedona, only last seat fold down.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The trade off are the reclining seats.

[@ClearBrookExotics]

My kids are grown but if I could afford it I would get a Sedona for my daily driver.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Minivans don't have to be just for kids! Great for adults going on a road trip, especially with those reclining centre-row seats.

[@tundralou]

A minivan without all wheel drive is worthless in northern states. Ive been looking at whats offered and the 48 thou Toy Sienna is the only one available-with and.except-the 2015 Aerostar parked in my drive without brakes is starting to look better.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Dodge offered the Caravan with AWD up until the most recent generation, apparently sales were very slow for it which is their reason for discontinuing it. I'm not sure if that's really the case, but if the few minivans on the market want to be competitive against mid-size three-row crossovers they'll have to re-visit the AWD option.

[@ellerskillzis]

And... the next review of the Porsah 911 Cabrerra.

[@PRNTestDrive]

k

[@moparbro]

Whoa

[@PRNTestDrive]

We hope that's a good Whoa?

[@groovemaster8632]

Where the fuck does that come from that minivans are dying. Dude if Im driving driving a minivan Im walking. That is the best and most practical automobile ever invented. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM. I own a Sienna and an Odyessy. I will always own one. Im think of a Sedona maybe next but being that the 2 that I have are so reliabale I won't ever get a chance to own a Sedona.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We named the 2018 Pacifica one of our top 6 vehicles for the 2018 season of TestDrive, and we've got the 2019 PHEV this week for some extensive testing. We've seen a major increase in traffic on the episodes we've published on both of these minivans over the last 6 months, we're expecting to see more sales for the segment as a whole.

[@monkeykiss1988]

Minivans are a dying breed, but may not get wiped out entirely: www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2019/06/07/minivan-sales-plunge-suv/1337426001/ - a dozen minivan have been discontinued in the last decade and a half (only 5 left in production) - minivan sales as a % of the entire US auto fell from 4% in 2009 to 2.6% in first quarter 2019 - minivan have lost 35% of their market share over the last decade www.cnbc.com/2019/06/07/fiat-chrysler-celebrates-35th-anniversary-edition-minivans.html - minivan sales in America in year 2000: 1.4 million - minivan sales last year: 489,000

[@parcel2025]

In the Uk we don't call them minivans, but mpv's, cos that what they are. Multi Purpose Vehicles.......

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough

[@edwardg9695]

Sedona hands down. Stow and go seats are not comfortable and have less leg room. Second row leg room is achieved by tilting the seat base back. Your knees are high and bent more than 90 degrees. Had to put my knees on either side of the seat in front of me. In the Sedona, there is a gap to the front seats and knees are less than 90 degrees. Sold our 2011 Caravan and kept the 2007 Sedona. Sedona more solid, doors do not rattle, zero rust, much better paint finish, better plastics, better suspension components, transmission smoother and it was 4 years older. I suspect the Pacifica would age like the Caravan.

[@PRNTestDrive]

That's a good point about the Pacifica's second row. We recently took the Pacifica Hybrid on a road trip, the second row doesn't get the Stow 'N Go due to the battery packs, but the legroom was moderate. The Sedona's movable seats are a really good feature especially if you aren't using the third row all the time.

[@TomDavisVideo]

Can't take the armrest of Chrysler minivans.... the console is much more comfy if doing alot of driving....

[@PRNTestDrive]

That definitely came up during my week with the 2020 Pacifica Touring. As a larger guy the little arm rest wasn't useful.

[@TomDavisVideo]

@@PRNTestDrive how bout it.. I traded in my mint condition 2013 T and C ONLY because the armrest was so bad -

[@nukestrom5719]

Pacifica is a lemon in my opinion with so many recalls and complaints about engine stalling (read at carcomplaints.com) and it's low used price says it all. I would go with Honda, Toyota or Kia but Kia has poor mpg compared to former two.

[@PRNTestDrive]

We've seen a few comments about Chrysler/FCA reliability. It seems that they're on top of any isolated issues customers are experiencing. We just took the Pacifica PHEV on a 2,400km week-long trip and had zero problems.

[@garnotgaming]

For the look the kia sedo is a winner it looks more than a suv than a mini van the chrysler dosent look great at all indont like the chrome lines its a mini van for 60+

[@PRNTestDrive]

The Chrysler certainly is pricey, but the new Kia Carnival has gone up in price too.

[@jhm0425]

How set. The. Remote on Pacifica 2019

[@PRNTestDrive]

Should be a way to synchronize them by pointing it at the tv unit.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

Minivan maxifun 😂

[@PRNTestDrive]

Almost! We were hoping to squeeze an Odyssey into the mix :P

[@groovemaster8632]

The Pacifica and all that extra stuff is good. But how about put a decent transmission in that mfkr ok. Thats the reason people aren't buying minivans anymore. You people are putting shitty transmissions in them and costing customers alot of extra money for either a new car or a new transmission. THAT SUCKS.

[@PRNTestDrive]

Fair enough!

[@davidn5861]

The Chrysler Pacifica is the clear winner. I know that people will disagree with me even though they are wrong.

[@PRNTestDrive]

The comments have been pretty split to be honest, there's lots of support for both.

[@davidn5861]

@@PRNTestDrive I wouldn't see why anyone would choose the Sedona over the Pacifica.

[@davidn5861]

@Kaye Hatsuimono Look at the sales numbers between the 2.

[@davidn5861]

@Kaye Hatsuimono Well if you don't care about the facts, no one cares about your worthless opinion.

[@davidn5861]

@Kaye Hatsuimono People will buy the Kia Sedona BUT not as much as the Pacifica.