2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid review

1. Versatile plug-in hybrid powertrain

If you want a minivan that offers maximum size with minimal trips to the pumps, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the ideal choice. It comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, standard on all 2021 Pacific Hybrid models, which combines a 3.6L V6 gasoline engine with an electric motor and 16-kWh battery. This means the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is capable of an EPA-estimated 82 combined MPGe (electric)/30 combined MPG (gas).

 It'll also do an EPA-estimated range of 32 miles with a full charge in electric-only mode, and an EPA-estimated range of 520 miles with a full battery and full tank of gas.

2. Lots of driver aids available

If you live in the city and are worried that driving such a large vehicle in bustling urban environments might be tricky, don't worry: the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has plenty of driver convenience technologies available. Many of these features are even included as standard, like adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. For a little extra peace of mind, the Pinnacle trim adds a surround-view camera system, an interior camera system, automated parking functionality, and parking sensors with automatic braking.

3. Comfortable and spacious interior

If you're in the market for a minivan, the space inside is probably going to be a high priority for you—and the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid more than delivers. There's seating for up to seven passengers with a total of 165 cu-ft of volume. All three rows of seats provide ample space for your passengers to make themselves comfortable, with 41.1 inches of front-row legroom, 39 inches of second-row legroom, and 36.5 inches of rear-seat legroom. Additionally, the base Touring trim offers tri-zone climate control as standard, the Touring L trim adds leather upholstery, and the premium Pinnacle trim even adds rear-seat entertainment with wireless headphones. No matter how long the journey, you and your passengers will enjoy every mile you spend inside the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.

4. Vast cargo space

Even with so much room inside for your passengers, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid still manages to provide a generous amount of space for your supplies and cargo as well. In its standard configuration, you get 32.3 cu-ft of cargo volume behind the rear third-row seats, enough to swallow the weekly grocery shopping trip with ease. Should you need more, folding the third-row seats down expands that number to 87.5 cu-ft, and if you want to turn your minivan into a straight-up van, fold the second-row seats and enjoy up to a gargantuan 140.5 cu-ft of cargo volume.

5. User-friendly infotainment features

It's not much good having an interior packed with gadgets and fancy tech if you can't figure out how to use any of it, and the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid offers a versatile, user-friendly infotainment system across the range. All 2021 models use Uconnect 5^® and have a 10.1-inch touchscreen display. No matter whether you're listening to podcasts or music, you'll enjoy Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ compatibility with wireless connection capabilities. Touring L models also offer second-row USB charge points, with Limited trims adding third-row USB ports too.