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AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - The Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wagoneer L have been named the Best Minivan for Families and Best Large SUV for Families, respectively, in the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Cars for Families awards. The annual awards recognize vehicles that provide the best mix of safety, reliability, space, comfort, and connectivity.
The Chrysler Pacifica earned the Best Minivan for Families title for the second year in a row, praised for its safety ratings, versatile and stylish cabin, and driving experience. It boasts the most standard safety features in its segment, available all-wheel drive, and the class-exclusive Stow ’n Go seating. The minivan also features an integrated Amazon Fire TV in its Uconnect Theater System.
The Jeep Wagoneer L, lauded for its spacious cabin, user-friendly systems, and technology, also earned top marks for its comfortable third-row seating and fuel economy. The extended version of the standard model offers substantial passenger volume and cargo space, powered by a standard Hurricane Twin Turbo I-6 engine, delivering both power and efficiency.
U.S. News & World Report evaluated 100 vehicles across nine categories using a methodology that includes the vehicle’s overall score in their best car rankings, safety and reliability ratings, and the availability of family-friendly features.
Chrysler, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, continues to innovate with plans to release a refreshed Pacifica in 2026, a new crossover, and another product inspired by the Halcyon concept. The Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid remains a class leader with its fuel efficiency and all-electric range.
Jeep, with over 80 years of history, maintains its commitment to offering a diverse lineup of vehicles with various powertrains, including hybrid and all-electric options, solidifying its position as a leader in the SUV market.
Both Chrysler and Jeep are part of the Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) brand portfolio, which generated revenues of $162.5 billion in the last twelve months. InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with analysts setting price targets ranging from $12.40 to $20.50. InvestingPro subscribers have access to 12 additional exclusive insights about Stellantis, including detailed financial health scores and comprehensive valuation metrics. Get the full picture with the Pro Research Report, available along with 1,400+ other detailed company analyses on InvestingPro. This information is based on a press release statement and financial data from InvestingPro.
In other recent news, Stellantis NV has communicated concerns regarding tariffs imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico, which are impacting its Jeep and Ram brands. The automaker has highlighted that these tariffs create a financial burden in a challenging pricing environment, as revealed in a company email reviewed by Bloomberg News. Stellantis executives, including Chairman John Elkann, are advocating for exemptions under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement to mitigate these effects. Meanwhile, Citi analysts have adjusted their outlook on Stellantis, lowering the stock price target to €12.00 from €13.00, while maintaining a Neutral rating. This revision reflects their cautious view on the company’s earnings recovery, projecting subdued earnings in early 2025 before potential improvements in the latter half of the year. Additionally, Stellantis has introduced STLA AutoDrive, a new autonomous driving system offering Level 3 functionality at speeds up to 37 mph, designed to enhance the driving experience by managing routine tasks. The system is part of Stellantis’ strategy to become a carbon net zero mobility tech company by 2038. These developments come amid broader trade policy changes, with President Trump announcing plans to impose tariffs on imported cars, potentially affecting the auto industry further.
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