The base Pacifica FWD ($24,460) is powered by a 3.8-liter overhead-valve V6, delivering 200 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque through a four-speed automatic. This model seats five, with a three-place, folding second-row bench seat, and comes with 17-inch steel wheels and hubcaps. Standard features include sunscreen glass, dual-zone temperature control, rear window wiper/washer, power locks and windows, eight-way power driver's seat, AM/FM audio with CD, Infinity speakers and steering-wheel controls, multiple 12-volt power outlets and cruise control.

The Pacifica AWD ($27,550) adds an engine upgrade and all-wheel drive. It's 4.0-liter overhead-cam V6 delivers 255 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque, with a six-speed automatic. Chrysler's all-wheel drive system varies power delivery front to rear to maximize traction.

Touring FWD ($27,600) and Touring AWD ($30,250) get the 4.0 V6 and six-speed automatic. Touring models come with seating for six, in a 2/2/2 bucket-seat layout, and add more features. Standard equipment includes automatic dual-zone temperature control with cabin air filtration, a Vehicle Information Center video display, leather-wrapped steering wheel, HomeLink universal door opener, a power front passenger seat, 17-inch alloy wheels and body color door handles.

Option packages for the base Pacifica and Touring models include a Leather Seating Value Group ($1,935), with leather heated seats and a roof rack, and an Entertainment Group ($865) that adds a MP3 capability and a rear-seat DVD system with eight-inch screen and remote. Stand-alone options include heated first- and second-row seats ($550), ParkSense rear parking assist ($285), a power moonroof ($895), 385-watt Infiniti Intermezzo audio upgrade ($700), Sirius satellite radio ($195), UConnect hands-free communication ($360), High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights ($550) and 17-inch ($785) or 19-inch chromed aluminum wheels ($1,235).

The Pacifica Limited FWD ($33,775) and Limited AWD ($35,825) are the luxury models. They feature the 2/2/2 seating and nearly all the amenities, including leather seats with position memory for the driver, heated front and second-row seats, power adjustable pedals, power-liftgate, six-CD changer, automatic headlights, power moonroof, auto-dimming mirrors, ParkSense rear back-up system and 19-inch chromed wheels.

Safety equipment has been significantly upgraded for 2007. In addition to multi-stage front airbags, all Pacificas come standard with curtain-style head protection airbags for all outboard seats, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) skid-management system, emergency brake assist for the antilock brakes (ABS), and traction control. These features were previously optional on some models. A ParkView rear back-up camera ($595) is now optional. The Pacifica has done very well in government crash tests, earning a five-star rating for front and side impact from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and four stars for rollover protection.