Chrysler Pacifica vs Toyota Sienna Hybrid
The Toyota Sienna Hybrid is more fuel-efficient at 36 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Chrysler Pacifica. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chrysler Pacifica | Toyota Sienna Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 692 | 59 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 20 and 1 | 0 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 22,000 miles | 16,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 36 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 30 | 36 and 36 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $1,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 692 complaints for the Chrysler Pacifica and 59 for the Toyota Sienna Hybrid. 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 Hybrid.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chrysler Pacifica, 4 for the Toyota Sienna Hybrid.