Toyota's sub-brand Daihatsu has revealed several new concepts that will blow our minds at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. Among them is this, the DN Compagno, a car unlike any other, at least not one that's currently in production. Is Daihatsu testing the water to see if Japan is ready ... (continue reading >>)Toyota's sub-brand Daihatsu has revealed several new concepts that will blow our minds at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. Among them is this, the DN Compagno, a car unlike any other, at least not one that's currently in production. Is Daihatsu testing the water to see if Japan is ready ... (continue reading >>)
Seat makes its second venture into the SUV world with the Arona. It impresses dynamically, but lacks the overall polish of the Ibiza It’s that difficult second album for Seat. Martorell’s first SUV, the Ateca, arrived somewhat under the radar last year, catching the Qashqai snoozing and sneaking past it on the way to the summit of our crossover class. But such success means the weight of expectation on the new Arona’s shoulders is rather more considerable. You expect it to be good. So do we. So does Seat.Before we try to answer whether it is or not, where exactly does the Arona fit in the ever-expanding crossover-cum-small SUV class? Well, it sits on the Ibiza’s MQB A0 architecture, so it’s is principally a Juke and Captur rival, although the venturing up to the higher rungs of the trim ladder means the price creeps steadily into Audi Q2 and Mini Countryman territory.As you might expect, the Arona comes with the usual trinkets that all but guarantee success in this market, including a contrasting roof and rear underbody protection. Unlike most rivals, though, the Arona can also be had quite a few luxuries should you so wish; the likes of adaptive cruise control, keyless entry, wireless phone charging, switchable dampers and even Alcantara seats are all available.Perhaps it’s more suitable on a Dodge Durango or a Ram 1500, but a new blacked-out exterior package is coming soon to the Chrysler Pacifica minivan.
The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica features black accents on the grille surround, headlamp units, and wing badges as part of a new S Appearance Package. Blacked-out bits can also be seen on the 18-inch wheels, or optional 20-inch wheels. A black roof rack is standard on most trims equipped with the package.
Open the doors and you’ll find a black interior with gray stitching. The steering wheel features Piano Black trim, and “S” badging can be seen on the seats. The headliner, A-pillar trim, front overhead console, and visors are all black.
It won’t cost that much to make your Pacifica a little more stealthy. The S Appearance Package will be available to order starting this week for $595. It can be tacked onto Touring Plus, Touring L, Touring L Plus, and Limited models. Upgrading to the 20-inch wheels adds an extra $995 to the price tag, however.
Other than the new appearance package, the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica also gets standard SafetyTec across all models. This feature bundles together ParkSense rear park assist with stop feature, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross path detection. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard on every model.
Pacificas with the new appearance package arrive in dealerships this fall.
Source: FCA
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