2021 Chrysler

Pacifica Hybrid

Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.6 L

Chrysler Pacifica: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Minivan - 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio: 3.59
Cyl: 6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Motor kW: 89EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $2,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂: 119 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 7/10
Elec. Range: 520 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V): 260 mi/hr
Recharge hrs: 2EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG: 40.9 mpg, reported by 3 driversabout 10.9 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified: Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length: 204 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width: 80 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height: 70 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase: 122 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight: 4,883 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: No
Lane-departure warning: No
Recalls: 7
Owner complaints: 341
Reported injuries: 11

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22%
ENGINE21%
POWER TRAIN18%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER8%
BACK OVER PREVENTION4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 635 total.

Chrysler Pacifica: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

RQ24004Openopened Feb 27, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.
DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds
PE22008opened Jul 22, 2022POWER TRAIN
Transmission fault leading to loss of motive power

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.