Chrysler Beefed Up the Pacifica With the New Grizzly Peak Concept
Many people view minivans as the “I’ve given up” family vehicle, and while that might be true for some, this new Chrysler Pacifica concept is at least trying to liven things up a bit. The Grizzly Peak Concept features a lift kit, beefy all-terrain tires, and unique styling that give it a bit more curb appeal than the standard family hauler.
Chrysler revealed the concept at the Overland Expo Mountain West, saying it was inspired by “the growing number of recreational overlanding and van-life customers who value flexibility and a space to sleep, the lifted, all-wheel drive concept builds on the minivan’s class-leading combination of innovation, intuitive technology, and performance in an off-road-capable ride.”
The van features a 2.75-inch front lift and a 2.5-inch rear lift, and it rides on 31-inch BFGoodrich KO2 A/T tires. It features a Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform roof rack, TYRI LED lighting, an ARB retractable awning, and other accessories, and Chrysler fitted a protective wrap on the lower body panels.
Inside, the third-row seats have been removed and replaced with a flat cargo floor panel to create space for camping or additional storage. The van also features a unique white interior with orange accents, and the rear features additional cargo tie-downs.
We always have to throw in the disclaimer that concepts don’t always end up in production, but this one might. The Pacifica is nearing the end of its current generation, so an off-road variant would be a good way to juice sales before it moves to a new model.
[Images: Chrysler]
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Chris grew up in, under, and around cars, but took the long way around to becoming an automotive writer. After a career in technology consulting and a trip through business school, Chris began writing about the automotive industry as a way to reconnect with his passion and get behind the wheel of a new car every week. He focuses on taking complex industry stories and making them digestible by any reader. Just don’t expect him to stay away from high-mileage Porsches.
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The Chrysler Town and Country minivan will always be one of my guilty automotive pleasures. Hauled two kids easily, and my ex thought any trip of more than two hours required more logistics than the D-Day invasion.
Responsible for catalyzing the "Not a Minivan" SUV/CUV vehicle segment, most with insufficient luggage space, Chrysler has entered the arena.