Shopping for a minivan in Ontario comes down to a straightforward question: how much room, capability, and technology does your family actually use on a regular basis? Chrysler answers that question with two very different minivans under the same showroom roof — the Canadian-exclusive Grand Caravan at one end of the spectrum, and the Pacifica lineup at the other.
This guide walks through everything on offer for the 2026 model year at Cooksville Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Mississauga. Families get a clear look at what the Grand Caravan includes at its Canada-only price point, how the Pacifica Select, Limited, and Pinnacle trims are positioned, and a preview of the refreshed 2027 Pacifica that’s opening orders now.
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Model |
Powertrain |
Drivetrain |
Seating |
Key Positioning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Grand Caravan |
3.6L Pentastar V-6 (287 hp / 262 lb-ft) + 9-speed automatic |
FWD |
7-passenger |
Canada-exclusive value leader |
|
Pacifica Select |
3.6L Pentastar V-6 (287 hp / 262 lb-ft) + 9-speed automatic |
FWD or AWD |
7 or 8-passenger |
Well-equipped entry into the Pacifica line |
|
Pacifica Limited |
3.6L Pentastar V-6 (287 hp / 262 lb-ft) + 9-speed automatic |
FWD or AWD |
7-passenger |
Mid-lineup luxury and comfort |
|
Pacifica Pinnacle AWD |
3.6L Pentastar V-6 (287 hp / 262 lb-ft) + 9-speed automatic |
AWD |
7-passenger |
Flagship trim with every available feature |
All four nameplates are assembled at the Windsor Assembly Plant in Windsor, Ontario — something many families shopping in Mississauga appreciate when they’re choosing a vehicle built close to home.
The Grand Caravan is the budget-friendly answer Canadian families have asked for, and it’s a nameplate you won’t find south of the border. Starting at $49,895 (including $2,195 destination), it delivers the space and practicality of a three-row minivan with a surprisingly deep list of standard equipment.
Under the hood, the 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 produces 287 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Energuide fuel consumption ratings land at 12.4 L/100 km in the city and 8.4 L/100 km on the highway.
Standard features worth calling out for families on a tighter budget:
For families in Mississauga who prioritize space and standard content over badge cachet, the Grand Caravan is the value play in the Chrysler minivan lineup.
The Pacifica lineup steps up in three trims — Select, Limited, and Pinnacle. Every 2026 Pacifica uses the same 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 (287 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque) mated to a nine-speed automatic, with all-wheel drive available on some models. Towing capacity on Pacifica models is rated at 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs).
The entry into the Pacifica line, available in FWD or AWD, brings a full complement of family-first content: Caprice leatherette seating, eight-way power driver seat with memory and Stow 'n Assist, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, power sliding doors, power liftgate, Super Console with covered storage, second-row Stow 'n Go bucket seats, and third-row Stow 'n Go bench seat. Tech is handled by Uconnect 5 with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a six-speaker audio system. Select is the only trim offering optional eight-passenger seating (FWD only).
Limited steps up to Nappa leather-trimmed seating, heated second-row seats, ventilated front seats, an upgraded centre console, an eight-way power front passenger seat, and an Alpine 13-speaker sound system with Uconnect 5 NAV (10.1-inch). Safety Sphere Group (ParkSense front park assist and 360-degree surround-view camera) is optional. FWD or AWD is available, and the Trailer-tow Group is optional.
The Pinnacle is the flagship, standard with AWD. It brings quilted sepia Nappa leather seats with second-row lumbar pillows, second-row captain's chairs, a third-row power-folding Stow 'n Go bench seat, an Integrated Ultra console, Harman Kardon 19-speaker audio with 10-inch subwoofer, Uconnect 5 NAV, Stow 'n Vac integrated vacuum cleaner, and the Safety Sphere Group as standard equipment. This is the configuration for families who want every available comfort feature.
Segment-exclusive Stow 'n Go seating is one of the main reasons families keep coming back to Chrysler minivans. Fold the second- and third-row seats flat into the floor, and the cargo bay transforms from passenger space to moving-truck-level utility in seconds — no removing seats, no storing them in the garage.
Stow 'n Go configuration by the 2026 model:
If value is the priority and the daily routine is school, errands, and occasional road trips, the Grand Caravan delivers the hardware families actually use without the top-trim price tag.
If the family wants a proper three-row with AWD for Ontario winters — useful on icy mornings along Dundas Street West or a snowy trip up to a weekend cottage — a Pacifica Select AWD or Limited AWD is the logical step up.
And for families who want the full flagship experience — quilted Nappa, power-folding third row, Harman Kardon audio, 360-degree cameras — the Pacifica Pinnacle AWD is the answer.
Orders opened on March 9, 2026, for the newly refreshed 2027 Chrysler Pacifica, which is scheduled to start arriving in Canadian dealerships this summer. For families thinking about a minivan purchase later in 2026, it’s worth knowing what’s changing.
The 2027 Pacifica gets a sharpened exterior design across Select, Limited, and Pinnacle trims — a new front fascia, vertical LED projector headlamps, and an illuminated grille with a unique lit signature called "piano keys." A new Chrysler wing badge and rear liftgate applique round out the exterior changes, alongside new wheel designs and fresh paint colours.
Inside, the Pinnacle debuts an exclusive new Blue Agave Nappa leather interior with Copper Alloy accent bezels. An adjustable-height power liftgate becomes standard across all trims for the 2027 model year, offering easier access in low-clearance garages and for drivers of every height. The Safety Sphere Package gains Turn Signal-Activated Blind Spot View and ParkSense-Based Camera Activation, and Uconnect Theatre and Family Tech packages have been decoupled so families can pick exactly the tech they want.
The 2027 Grand Caravan retains its signature exterior design and continues as the Canada-exclusive entry point to the Chrysler minivan family. Canadian pricing for both 2027 models will be confirmed closer to launch.
Seeing the differences between these minivans on paper is useful — sitting in them, sliding the doors, folding the seats, and driving them around Mississauga is where the decision actually gets made. The team at Cooksville Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram is ready to walk any interested family through the full 2026 Pacifica and Grand Caravan lineup, talk through the 2027 Pacifica order process if that timing works better, and schedule a test drive on the models that fit best. Stop by the dealership in Mississauga or reach out online to set up a visit.
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