Chrysler Pacifica vs Toyota Sienna
The Chrysler Pacifica is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Sienna. At EPA assumptions that is about $950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chrysler Pacifica | Toyota Sienna | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 273 | 50 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 10 and 3 | 0 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 37,000 miles | 10,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 30 | 19 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 273 complaints for the Chrysler Pacifica and 50 for the Toyota Sienna. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chrysler Pacifica, 5 stars for the Toyota Sienna.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Chrysler Pacifica, 2 for the Toyota Sienna.