2008 Chrysler Pacifica problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 22 highway).

Q: How much is a 2008 Chrysler Pacifica worth?

Comparable 2008 Chrysler Pacifica listings run roughly $2,200–$6,600, typically around $4,250 (from 38 vehicles).

2008 Chrysler Pacifica at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints102

Combined17 mpg

Typical price$4,250

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2008 Chrysler Pacifica recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Chrysler Pacifica common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2008 Chrysler Pacifica MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg

City15 mpg

Highway22 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,533

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Chrysler Pacifica worth?

Low

$2,200

Typical price

$4,250

High

$6,600

From 38 comparable 2008 Chrysler Pacifica listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Chrysler Pacifica costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,665

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,450

Total$20,115

Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,250) with the same model 4 model-years older ($2,305), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.