Chrysler Pacifica Minivan All the Buzz at the North American International Auto Show

The minivan seats eight people and includes safety features.

ByABC News
January 22, 2016, 10:20 AM

— -- The vehicle attracting some of the biggest buzz at this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit was not some high-speed, sporty coupe but a minivan.

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan is now wider, longer and with electric-powered steering, making it feel like you’re driving a car.

Sitting in the backseat of the minivan is like sitting in first class on a plane, according to ABC News’ Jesse Palmer, who got to try out the Pacifica at the show.

The minivan has enough room for eight people and it's three-paneled sunroof makes it light and airy too. Its safety features include front and rear cameras and a sensor to prevent the minivan's doors from closing on kids.

The minivan's passenger seat screens also provide access to an "Are We There Yet" app that helps answer the age-old road trip question.