Chrysler Pacifica vs Toyota Sienna
This page compares the Chrysler Pacifica and the Toyota Sienna across the 10 model years both appear in our data (2017–2026). Both are classed as Van/Minivan on this site. On its most efficient configuration the Toyota Sienna averages about 36 mpg (UK) against 26 mpg for the Chrysler Pacifica. NHTSA lists fewer recall campaigns per model year for the Toyota Sienna (5.7 against 8.8), though campaign counts depend on how long each model has been on sale and how many variants share a campaign.
Head-to-Head: 2017–2026
| Measure | Chrysler Pacifica | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Average best-configuration economy (mpg, UK) | 26 | 36 |
| Average CO₂ (g/km) | 251 | 194 |
| Average estimated annual fuel cost (US EPA) | $3,050 | $2,345 |
| Model years rated 5★ overall by NHTSA | 10 of 10 | 10 of 10 |
| Average recall campaigns per model year | 8.8 | 5.7 |
| Average owner complaints per model year | 669 | 61 |
| Engine options across these years | 1 | 2 |
Year by Year
| Year | Chrysler Pacifica MPG (UK) | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints | Toyota Sienna MPG (UK) | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 26 | 5★ | 11 | 1,603 | 26 | 5★ | 10 | 154 |
| 2018 | 26 | 5★ | 12 | 1,098 | 26 | 5★ | 7 | 72 |
| 2019 | 26 | 5★ | 7 | 358 | 26 | 5★ | 7 | 45 |
| 2020 | 26 | 5★ | 6 | 228 | 25 | 5★ | 2 | 38 |
| 2021 | 26 | 5★ | 7 | 399 | 43 | 5★ | 4 | 43 |
| 2022 | 26 | 5★ | 10 | 330 | 43 | 5★ | 4 | 15 |
| 2023 | 26 | 5★ | 14 | 194 | 43 | 5★ | 2 | 66 |
| 2024 | 26 | 5★ | 11 | 69 | 43 | 5★ | 3 | 66 |
| 2025 | 26 | 5★ | 9 | 29 | 43 | 5★ | 5 | 267 |
| 2026 | 26 | 5★ | 0 | 11 | 43 | 5★ | — | — |
MPG is each model year's most efficient configuration (US EPA, converted to UK mpg). Recalls and complaints are NHTSA counts as of 6 October 2026; complaints are unverified owner reports and rise with sales volume. See each model's full history: Chrysler Pacifica · Toyota Sienna.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel-efficient, the Chrysler Pacifica or the Toyota Sienna?
On its most efficient configuration the Toyota Sienna averages about 36 mpg (UK) against 26 mpg for the Chrysler Pacifica. Figures are the US EPA combined result converted to UK mpg, averaged over the shared model years; individual engines and years differ, so check the year pages for the exact car.
Which has better NHTSA safety ratings?
The Chrysler Pacifica has 10 of 10 model years rated 5★ overall in these years and the Toyota Sienna has 10 of 10. NHTSA ratings are only comparable between vehicles of similar size and weight, and the test criteria have changed over time.
Which has more recalls and owner complaints?
Per model year, the Chrysler Pacifica averages 8.8 recall campaigns and 669 owner complaints; the Toyota Sienna averages 5.7 and 61. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports and rise with sales volume, so use them as a pointer for what to inspect, not as a reliability ranking.
Where do these comparison figures come from?
Fuel economy, CO₂ and interior volume come from the US EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; ratings, recalls and complaints come from NHTSA. Only model years where both cars have data are compared.
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