2027 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2027 Honda Odyssey

CarGurus says the Pacifica checks all of the boxes, with only small issues to detract from its overall goodness, while the Odyssey doesn't offer a hybrid powertrain or an all-wheel-drive option. TrueCar shows the two are nearly identical on price, with the Pacifica's $43,590 MSRP just $800 below the Odyssey's $44,390, and matched on fuel economy at 19 city/28 highway mpg. Choose the Pacifica for its hybrid option and CarGurus' stronger overall verdict; choose the Odyssey if Honda's reliability reputation matters more to you.

Which to choose, and why

Price and fuel economy

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says if starting price matters most, the Chrysler Pacifica has the edge, with a $43,590 MSRP against a $44,390 TSRP for the Honda Odyssey, a difference of just $800, and that the two are matched on fuel economy at 19 city and 28 highway mpg each.

The verdicts on each

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) says the 2025 Odyssey doesn't offer a hybrid powertrain or an all-wheel-drive option, while the Pacifica checks all of the boxes, with only small issues to detract from its overall goodness. It notes the 2024 Pacifica is the last Chrysler model standing and one of a shrunken contingent of U.S.-market minivans that also includes the Odyssey, Kia Carnival and Toyota Sienna, and that it hasn't been redesigned since its 2017 introduction, continuing with minimal changes since.

Questions buyers ask

Does the Honda Odyssey come as a hybrid or with all-wheel drive?

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) says the 2025 Odyssey doesn't offer a hybrid powertrain or an all-wheel-drive option.

Which is cheaper, the Pacifica or the Odyssey?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Pacifica, at $43,590 against $44,390 for the Odyssey, an $800 difference.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Chrysler Pacifica: 2 records · Honda Odyssey: 1 records.

Decision field	Chrysler Pacifica	Honda Odyssey
Exact EPA records	2	1
Model / option labels	2	1
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Front-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	3.6L 6-cyl	3.5L 6-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic 9-spd	Automatic (S10)
Fuel types	Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Minivan - 2WD, Minivan - 4WD	Minivan - 2WD
Combined efficiency	20–22 MPG/MPGe	22 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$2950–3250 per year	$2950 per year

Head to head

Chrysler Pacifica vs. Honda Odyssey: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Chrysler Pacifica	Honda Odyssey
Horsepower	287 hp	280 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,521-4,883 lb	4,526-4,590 lb
Length	204.3 in	205.2 in
Wheelbase	121.6 in	118.1 in
Cargo volume	140.5 cu ft	155.7-155.8 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,600 lb	3,500 lb
Seating	7-8 seats	8 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2027 and 2026 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

On peak horsepower, the Chrysler Pacifica leads: 287 hp against 280 hp.
Both list the same peak torque: 262 lb-ft.
The Chrysler Pacifica is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,521 lb against 4,526 lb.
On length, the Honda Odyssey leads: 205.2 in against 204.3 in.
On wheelbase, the Chrysler Pacifica leads: 121.6 in against 118.1 in.
On cargo volume, the Honda Odyssey leads: 155.8 cu ft against 140.5 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Chrysler Pacifica leads: 3,600 lb against 3,500 lb.
Both list the same seating capacity: 8 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Chrysler Pacifica and the Honda Odyssey.

2027 Chrysler Pacifica

The Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan produced by the Chrysler division of Stellantis since the 2017 model year. Replacing the Chrysler Town & Country, the Pacifica is the sixth generation of Chrysler minivans, taking its name from the namesake 2004–2008 product line. Along with serving as the first minivan with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, the Pacifica has also served as a platform for autonomous vehicle development.

Awards: As of December 2020, the Pacifica has earned 140 honors and industry accolades.

Source: Chrysler Pacifica (minivan) (Wikipedia)

Production. Production of the vehicle uses an all-new platform at the Windsor Plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

Marketing. In April 2016, Chrysler launched a television advertising campaign for the Pacifica entitled "Dad Brand", featuring comedian Jim Gaffigan and his children. In October 2016, Chrysler launched a social media-oriented campaign known as "PacifiKids", featuring videos in which unsuspecting families shopped for the vehicle at a dealership staffed entirely by children.

NHTSA rated the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (10 campaigns across the latest model years)

September 2026, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these… Consequence: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 2026, Air Bags:Frontal. Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals. Consequence: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica, most often about air bags (9), vehicle speed control (5), forward collision avoidance (5).

2027 Honda Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey is a minivan manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda and marketed for the North American market, introduced in 1994. The Odyssey was conceived and engineered in Japan after the country's economic crisis of the 1990s, which constrained the vehicle's size and concept and dictated its manufacture in an existing facility with minimal modification.

Awards: The Odyssey has received numerous awards since its inception, winning both Car and Driver's "5 Best Trucks" and Consumer Reports' "Top Pick Minivan" several times.

Source: Honda Odyssey (North America) (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Honda Odyssey overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)

May 2026, Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic… Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
December 2025, Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Restraints/Securement:Latch/Anchor:. Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured. Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
February 2024, Steering. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears. Consequence: Corroded and binding steering gears can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 379 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Honda Odyssey, most often about electrical system (203), engine (199), unknown or other (99).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

01 · 2027Chrysler Pacifica2 configurations →02 · 2027Honda Odyssey1 configurations →

Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or the 2027 Honda Odyssey?

Efficiency

The 2027 Honda Odyssey lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (22 vs. the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica's 21 MPG/MPGe).