If you're someone who swore you'd "never, ever drive a minivan", you may be right, but you may still still find yourself behind the wheel of one. This week Chrysler announced a landmark collaboration between itself and Google. Aimed at advancing the research of Google's Self-Driving Car Project, Chrysler will be working directly with Google to double the size of its autonomous fleet. And the vehicle they've chosen to work with? The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid!
Yes, the minivan. The segment of vehicles many love to hate, but look closer at this new Pacifica Hybrid and you'll see why it was the clear choice for both Chrysler and Google. As the world's first plug-in hybrid full-size minivan, the Pacifica Hybrid boasts both strong fuel economy at 80 MPGe, as well as an impressive combined gasoline and electric range of 530 miles. Couple that with an advanced array of available video and radar sensors which drive the Pacifica Hybrid's over 100 systems and security systems, including the Forward Collision Warning Plus with Automatic Braking system, and it's easy to see that this vehicle has a great foundation in safety and security, making it a strong candidate for the upgrade to autonomy.
So yes, even if you said you'd never drive a minivan, you have to admit that riding in one of these would be pretty sweet. However, the Pacifica Hybrid's comprehensive suite of features may change your mind on driving one. So stop by Bald Hill Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Warwick to experience this unique new vision of the minivan for yourself!