2027 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2027 Honda Odyssey: Which Minivan Fits Victorville Families?

The 2027 Chrysler Pacifica gives High Desert families two things the 2027 Honda Odyssey cannot offer at any price: available all-wheel drive and the class-exclusive Stow ‘n Go seating system. The Pacifica also opens its lineup below the Odyssey. The two minivans are closely matched on fuel economy and towing, so the decision comes down to traction, seating flexibility, and how you plan to use the space behind the front seats.

Which Minivan Is Right for High Desert Families?

Families driving in and around Victorville deal with a wide temperature range, open highway miles, and road surfaces that vary considerably between paved arterials and unpaved side routes. All-wheel drive is the clearest point of separation between these two minivans. Chrysler offers all-wheel drive on the Pacifica Select, Limited, and Pinnacle trims; the system can send all available torque to the rear wheels or to whichever wheels have the most grip, and it disconnects the rear drive module when it isn’t needed to protect fuel efficiency. The 2027 Honda Odyssey is front-wheel drive on every trim, with no all-wheel-drive option offered.

The second separator is what happens when you need the cargo space. Both vans open up a similar amount of room, but they get there differently. Stow ‘n Go lets the Pacifica’s seats fold flat into the floor rather than come out of the van: on the LX, Select, and Limited, both the second and third rows stow away, while the Pinnacle’s second-row captain’s chairs are removable and its Stow ‘n Go covers the third row. The Odyssey’s second-row seats must be physically removed and stored to reach its maximum cargo volume. For a family that reconfigures the cabin often, that difference shows up every weekend.

2027 Pacifica vs. Odyssey Pricing and Trim Lineups

Chrysler restructured the Pacifica for 2027 into four trims, with the new LX replacing the outgoing Voyager as the entry point. All-wheel drive is a $2,995 MSRP option and is available on the top three trims. Honda carries the Odyssey into 2027 essentially unchanged, in four front-wheel-drive trims.

Read the two lineups side by side and the value picture is clearer than a headline price suggests. The Pacifica LX opens at $43,490 MSRP, undercutting the Odyssey EX-L at $44,690 MSRP. The Pacifica Select FWD at $45,540 MSRP sits just below the Odyssey Sport-L at $45,790 MSRP. And the Select AWD at $48,535 MSRP costs less than an Odyssey Touring at $49,390 MSRP while adding a drivetrain Honda doesn’t build for this segment.

2027 Chrysler Pacifica and 2027 Honda Odyssey Trim Pricing

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.

Pacifica pricing is published by Chrysler; Odyssey pricing is published by Honda.

What You Get Higher in the Pacifica Range

The Pacifica Limited comes standard with 18-inch wheels, Nappa leather seating, ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a panoramic dual-pane sunroof, a hands-free power liftgate, Uconnect 5 NAV, and a 13-speaker Alpine audio system. The Pinnacle adds quilted Nappa leather, a 19-speaker Harman Kardon system with a 10-inch subwoofer, 20-inch wheels, and the Safety Sphere package as standard equipment.

Cabin Space, Seating, and Cargo Flexibility

The 2027 Pacifica seats seven passengers as standard across every trim, with second-row bucket seats and a 60/40-split third row. Eight-passenger seating is available on the Select, using a three-across second-row bench. The Odyssey seats eight.

Behind the third row, the Pacifica holds 32.3 cubic feet of cargo, enough for a full grocery run with every seat occupied. Fold the third row and that grows to 87.5 cubic feet. With both rear rows stowed into the floor, the Pacifica opens up to 140.5 cubic feet. The Odyssey holds 32.8 cubic feet behind its third row and reaches 155.8 cubic feet with the second-row seats removed entirely.

On raw volume the Odyssey edges ahead, provided you’re willing to pull seats out of the van and find somewhere to keep them. What the Pacifica offers instead is access: the seats disappear into the floor in seconds, and the in-floor bins double as hidden storage when the seats are upright.

2027 Chrysler Pacifica Interior Dimensions by Row

Engine, EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy, and Towing

Every 2027 Pacifica runs the 3.6L Pentastar V6, producing 287 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm, paired to a TorqueFlite 9-speed automatic. The Odyssey uses a 3.5L V6 rated at 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft, with a 10-speed automatic. Both run on 87-octane regular unleaded.

Fuel economy is effectively a tie between the two front-wheel-drive minivans, and the Pacifica gives up a little efficiency when you add all-wheel drive. The figures for every configuration are in the table below. With a 19-gallon tank, the front-wheel-drive Pacifica has an estimated cruising range of about 418 miles.

On towing, the Pacifica’s maximum rating edges the Odyssey’s, but the margin is small enough that both vans handle the same class of load. The Pacifica reaches its rating with the available Trailer Tow Group, offered on Limited and Pinnacle trims, which adds a Class II two-inch hitch receiver, trailer-sway damping, and a heavy-duty radiator. The Odyssey reaches its rating with Honda’s accessory towing package and the required trailer brakes. Either van handles a small utility trailer, a pair of personal watercraft, or a lightweight camper.

2027 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2027 Honda Odyssey Specifications

EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.

Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.

Pacifica powertrain and capability figures are published by Chrysler; Odyssey EPA ratings are published by Honda.

Technology and Safety in the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica

Every 2027 Pacifica comes with a 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Amazon Alexa Built-in, and over-the-air updates, plus a 7-inch full-color instrument cluster display. The Limited and Pinnacle add Uconnect 5 NAV with integrated navigation. Audio scales from a six-speaker system on the LX and base Select to the 13-speaker Alpine system standard on Limited, and the 19-speaker Harman Kardon system with a 10-inch subwoofer standard on Pinnacle.

Rear-seat entertainment comes through the Theater Group, which adds dual 10.1-inch seatback HD touchscreens with Amazon Fire TV built in, a Blu-ray/DVD player, and a video remote.

Standard and Available Safety Systems

Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.

Pacifica safety equipment is detailed by Chrysler.

2027 Chrysler Pacifica Warranty Coverage

Roadside assistance covers towing, jump starts, flat tire service, lockout assistance, and fuel delivery, and is reachable 24 hours a day at 1-800-521-2779.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Warranty coverage depends on the specific terms of your vehicle’s warranty agreement. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified legal professional for guidance on your individual situation.

Common Questions About the 2027 Pacifica and Odyssey

Does the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica offer all-wheel drive when the Honda Odyssey does not?

Yes. All-wheel drive is a $2,995 MSRP option on the Pacifica Select, Limited, and Pinnacle trims. The system directs torque to the wheels with the most grip and disconnects the rear drive module when it isn’t needed. The LX is front-wheel drive only. The 2027 Honda Odyssey is front-wheel drive across every trim.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.

Which minivan tows more, the Pacifica or the Odyssey?

The Pacifica, by 100 pounds. It is rated at 3,600 pounds when equipped with the available Trailer Tow Group on Limited and Pinnacle trims. The Odyssey is rated at 3,500 pounds with Honda’s accessory towing package and trailer brakes.

Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.

How does fuel economy compare between the front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive Pacifica?

The front-wheel-drive Pacifica is EPA-Estimated at 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined MPG, with an estimated range of about 418 miles from its 19-gallon tank. The all-wheel-drive Pacifica is EPA-Estimated at 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG.

EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.

What seating and cargo configurations does the 2027 Pacifica offer?

Seven-passenger seating is standard on every trim, using second-row bucket seats and a 60/40-split third row. Eight-passenger seating with a second-row bench is available on the Select. Cargo room measures 32.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 87.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 140.5 cubic feet with both rear rows stowed into the floor.

The Verdict: Which Minivan Should You Drive Home?

2027 Chrysler Pacifica

For families in Victorville and across the High Desert, the Pacifica makes the stronger case on two specific grounds. Available all-wheel drive is something Honda does not offer on the Odyssey at any trim or price. And Stow ‘n Go means the cabin reconfigures in seconds without removing and storing seats. It also opens the lineup at a lower price than the Odyssey does.

2027 Honda Odyssey

The Odyssey is a genuinely strong minivan. It seats eight as standard, matches the Pacifica’s fuel economy with front-wheel drive, and offers more maximum cargo volume if you’re willing to pull the second row out. What it cannot offer is all-wheel drive, or a seating system that stows without removal.

Come see the difference in person. Browse our new Chrysler Pacifica inventory, explore the full new Chrysler lineup at Victorville Motors, or continue your research on our CDJR Research hub. You’ll find us at 14617 Civic Dr, Victorville, CA 92394.

Disclaimers

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.

EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.

Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.

Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Warranty coverage depends on the specific terms of your vehicle’s warranty agreement. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified legal professional for guidance on your individual situation.