Chief Graham was most appreciative of the Pacifica's navigation system, as most men are when traveling with their significant other. The real reason that
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| Occupant comfort and convenience were obviously important factors Chrysler kept in mind while designing the Pacifica. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
navigation technology was invented had nothing to do with global positioning and everything to do with matrimonial harmony. The XY chromosome pairing inhibits any innate ability a male may have to ask for directions. That's why the top-cop was so exuberant when he described the navigation system as, "great!" He also praised the layout of the dash, finding the controls intuitive to use especially the door mounted buttons that adjust the driver's seat. In true Mercedes fashion the three buttons resemble the shape of the driver's seat, making it straightforward to adjust the 10-way power seat while on the move. My guess is that Chrysler doted on the various aspects of occupant comfort and convenience to ensure they got it right, and I am self-confident the Chief would agree with me in concluding that they did. Accoutrements such as dual zone climate control, steering
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| Even amongst the tough crowd of major city police chiefs, praise for Chrysler's crossover sport-tourer was evident. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
wheel mounted audio and one-touch power windows in the Pacifica make getting to your destination just a little sweeter. And despite the wrath of Mother Nature, the Grahams' experienced just that. Not one to miss an opportunity to show off a set of wheels, the Chief wasted little time in parading some of the most distinguished, and perhaps cynical major city chiefs through the Pacifica. Although it was a tough crowd, praise for Chrysler's crossover sport-tourer was evident. Interspersed with the usual jocularity about whether the Pistons or Lakers would take the NBA championship were many comments about Chrysler and their cutting-edge vehicles, such as the new 300C which has drawn ample interest in the field of policing.
