2025 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Review: Range, MPGe, Price, Safety

In this article 8 sections

1. How We Evaluated the 2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid
2. 2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Trims and Prices
3. Powertrain, Electric Range and EPA Ratings
   1. Charging
4. Interior, Seating and Cargo
   1. Towing and weight
5. Safety Ratings and Recalls
6. Pros and Cons
7. Who Should Buy It and Which Trim
8. Frequently Asked Questions
   1. How far can the 2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid go on electricity?
   2. Does the 2025 Pacifica Hybrid qualify for the $7,500 tax credit?
   3. Can the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid tow a trailer?
   4. Is the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid discontinued?

The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid is a seven-seat, front-wheel-drive minivan that can run about 32 miles on electricity before its 3.6-liter V6 takes over, for an EPA-rated 520 miles of total range. Stellantis lists the Plug-in Hybrid FAV Edition at $52,980 before destination, and Chrysler’s website now lists the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid among discontinued vehicles. It is a good fit for families with home charging and short daily trips, as long as they do not need towing or all-wheel drive.

How We Evaluated the 2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

NextCarReview did not drive or charge this van. This review is based on Stellantis North America’s 2025 Pacifica fact sheet, press kit, FAV Edition release and official specification sheet; Chrysler’s Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid page; EPA data on fueleconomy.gov; NHTSA crash-test and recall records; and IIHS ratings. We compare what each trim offers, the real limits of the plug-in system, and what a buyer should check before signing.

2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Trims and Prices

For 2025, Stellantis says the Plug-in Hybrid is sold as the Select and the Pinnacle. The Limited is now gas-only. A Plug-in Hybrid FAV (Family Adventure Vehicle) Edition, built on the Select, was added with orders opening in the first quarter of 2025.

Trim	Official MSRP*	What Stellantis lists
Plug-in Hybrid Select	Not published in the Stellantis releases we checked	17-inch wheels; auto-dimming mirror, one-touch second-row windows, garage door opener and premium carpet newly standard; optional Premium Group (S Appearance, Safety Sphere Group, Uconnect Theater, Sound Group, Premium console with wireless charging, dual-pane sunroof)
Plug-in Hybrid FAV Edition	$52,980	Select-based; Thule rooftop carrier, black roof rails, black 18-inch wheels, S Appearance blackout trim, Mopar all-weather mats
Plug-in Hybrid Pinnacle	Not published in the Stellantis releases we checked	18-inch wheels; quilted sepia Nappa leather, Ultra console, 360-degree camera, front park assist, 101 standard safety features

*Stellantis says FAV pricing excludes destination. Stellantis did not publish Select or Pinnacle Plug-in Hybrid MSRPs in the 2025 materials we reviewed, and Chrysler’s site no longer prices the model. Because Chrysler says the Plug-in Hybrid is no longer in production, most buyers will be shopping remaining dealer stock or used vans, so check the window sticker or the used listing.

Powertrain, Electric Range and EPA Ratings

Stellantis’s spec sheet lists an Atkinson-cycle 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 paired with the eFlite electrically variable transmission. That transmission has two electric motors, rated at 84 hp and 114 hp. Total system output is 260 hp. The battery is a 96-cell lithium-ion pack with 16 kWh of total energy. The van is front-wheel drive only. Stellantis says all-wheel drive is offered only on gas Pacifica models.

EPA rating (fueleconomy.gov)	2025 Pacifica Hybrid
Electricity + gas, combined	82 MPGe (87 city / 77 highway)
Gas only, combined	30 mpg (29 city / 30 highway)
Electric range	32 miles
Total range	520 miles
Electricity use	41 kWh per 100 miles
Charge time at 240V	2.0 hours
Fuel tank (Stellantis spec)	16.5 gallons, regular 87 octane

Fueleconomy.gov classifies the Pacifica as a “blended” plug-in, which means the gas engine can switch on even when the battery still has charge, for example under hard acceleration. So 32 miles is a rating, not a promise of engine-off driving. Chrysler says no driver mode selection is needed, and regenerative braking puts some energy back into the battery. In practice, the van is most efficient for owners who plug in every night and keep daily trips short.

Charging

Chrysler says the standard Level 1 cord fully charges the battery in about 14 hours from a household outlet. A Level 2 home station does it in about 2 hours. Uconnect 5 lets owners set up to three charging schedules, so the van can charge during cheaper off-peak hours.

Interior, Seating and Cargo

Every Plug-in Hybrid seats seven in a 2/2/3 layout. The battery sits under the floor, and Stellantis says the hybrid gets standard third-row Stow ‘n Go seating only. Gas Pacificas also fold the second row into the floor, so plan on removing the second-row seats if you need a flat load floor. Stellantis’s spec sheet lists these cargo volumes:

Cargo area (Stellantis spec)	Volume
Behind third row	32.3 cu ft
Behind second row	87.5 cu ft
Behind first row	140.5 cu ft
Total passenger plus cargo volume	197.3 cu ft

Tech includes a standard 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air map and software updates, and hybrid-specific pages that show power flow and charge status. Available extras include Uconnect Theater rear-seat screens with Amazon Fire TV, the FamCAM camera for watching rear-facing child seats, and up to 11 USB ports depending on trim. For the available Harman Kardon audio, Stellantis says the Plug-in Hybrid keeps a carryover 20-speaker system instead of the 19-speaker setup in gas models.

Towing and weight

Do not plan to tow with it. Stellantis’s spec sheet lists towing as “not recommended for hybrid models.” The 3,600-lb towing figure Chrysler advertises applies to gas Pacificas. The hybrid’s EPA curb weight is 5,010 lbs, with a 6,300-lb gross vehicle weight rating.

Safety Ratings and Recalls

NHTSA rates the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid (FWD) at 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for frontal crash, 5 stars for side crash and 4 stars for rollover. IIHS’s 2025 Pacifica ratings (published for the Pacifica minivan line, not separately for the hybrid) are Good for small overlap front, Marginal for the updated moderate overlap front test, Acceptable for the updated side test, Acceptable for headlights (all trims) and Acceptable for pedestrian front crash prevention. Stellantis says the Pacifica has 98 standard safety features, including pedestrian automatic emergency braking.

NHTSA lists several 2025 Pacifica recalls. They include side-curtain airbag seam campaigns (25V302000, 25V573000 and 26V189000), a radio that can stop the rearview camera from displaying (25V471000), and a brake pedal sensor issue that can affect electronic stability control (26V561000). Wheelchair-conversion suppliers have also issued recalls for converted vans. Not every van is affected, so check the VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
82 MPGe and 32 miles of EPA electric range	Blended plug-in: engine can run before the battery is empty
520-mile total range, 30 mpg on gas	No towing; no all-wheel drive
NHTSA 5-star overall rating	Third-row-only Stow ‘n Go
About 2-hour Level 2 charge	Out of production; new stock is limited
Seven seats and 140.5 cu ft behind row one	Federal $7,500 credit no longer available

Who Should Buy It and Which Trim

• Families with home charging and short daily trips: this is where the Plug-in Hybrid makes sense. Most school and errand runs can happen on electricity, with the V6 for road trips.
• Value buyers: the Select, or the Select-based FAV at $52,980, covers the essentials. The FAV adds the Thule roof carrier and blacked-out styling.
• Comfort-first buyers: the Pinnacle adds Nappa leather, the Ultra console and the 360-degree camera.
• Anyone who tows, needs AWD or wants second-row Stow ‘n Go: look at the gas Pacifica instead.

See how it stacks up in our best people carriers and minivans for 2026 and best electric and hybrid cars of 2026, read about the end of the federal EV tax credit, browse more Chrysler reviews, or estimate payments with our auto loan calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can the 2025 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid go on electricity?

The EPA rates it at 32 miles of electric range and 520 miles of total range with a full battery and a full tank. Because fueleconomy.gov classifies it as a blended plug-in, the gas engine can run before the battery is depleted in some driving.

Does the 2025 Pacifica Hybrid qualify for the $7,500 tax credit?

No. Stellantis’s 2025 materials mentioned eligibility, but the federal clean vehicle credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. Check with the dealer for any current manufacturer or utility incentives instead.

Can the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid tow a trailer?

Stellantis’s official specification sheet lists towing as not recommended for hybrid models. The Pacifica’s 3,600-lb towing rating applies to gas versions.

Is the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid discontinued?

Chrysler’s website lists the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid among discontinued vehicles and says it is no longer in production. Dealers may still have stock, and used examples are available. Chrysler still sells the gas Pacifica.

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