Chrysler Pacifica, the First Plug-In Hybrid Minivan

Russ Darrow has the Pacifica Chrysler, America’s first and only Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) minivan, combining family-friendly features with innovative technology, convenience, space, and eco-conscious driving.

The Chrysler Pacifica is not just any minivan; it is the first to offer a Plug-In Hybrid option. This means that all passengers of any age can enjoy the spaciousness and comfort of a minivan while the driver benefits from the efficiency of hybrid technology. With an all-electric range of up to 32 miles (82 MPGe) and a combined driving range of over 500 miles, the Pacifica allows you to make fewer gas station stops while reducing your carbon footprint. Take that family vacation and load your belongings in the cavernous cargo area. Don’t need all that space for people? Fold the Stow N’ Go third-row seats flat into the floor for even more cargo space to accommodate sports equipment, groceries, or up to 50 carry-on suitcases! There’s also a built-in onboard vacuum system. Up to eight family members or passengers stay comfortable throughout the trip seated on quilted-leather upholstery and connected with the available Uconnect theater system that includes dual 10-inch touchscreen displays, which can stream movies and play games with the built-in a WiFi hotspot, keeping the kids busy and happy.

The Chrysler Pacifica, a first-of-its-kind Plug-In Hybrid minivan, is available in two trim levels: Select and Pinnacle. They get safety features for our peace of mind, including Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, and LaneSense Lane Departure Warning. The base-level model offers plenty of capability, technology, and comfort, though Wisconsin shoppers can upgrade to the Pinnacle for additional advanced technology, premium design, and more. Check out both versions at Russ Darrow in Madison, and take one or both for a test drive. You’ll use the gas-powered 287-hp 3.6-liter V-6, a nine-speed automatic transmission engine, the 3.6-liter V-6 engine, and two electric motors backed by a 16.0-kWh lithium-ion battery pack in hybrid mode. This hybrid engine allows the Pacifica to operate in various modes: electric-only, gasoline-only, or a combination of both. The Pacifica Hybrid only comes in front-wheel drive (FWD), available with all-wheel drive (AWD), and although not recommended by Chrysler, the Pacifica PHEV can tow up to 3,600 lbs.

There are two good reasons to choose the first-ever Plug-In Hybrid Chrysler Pacifica vs another minivan. One is the extra convenience and versatility of its Stow ‘n Go seating, and the other is the all-wheel drive availability. The main reasons to get to Russ Darrow in Madison to check out a Pacifica are the large selection, best prices, deals, flexible financing and low payment options, and great lease programs that make it easy to own the first-ever PHEV minivan in Madison. When you step inside, you’ll notice that getting in and out of the Pacifica is easy thanks to lower doorsills, larger door openings, a taller roofline, and well-configured seating. There’s a lot of adjustable range from the driver’s seat and steering wheel, and the control knobs for the radio and climate settings are within easy reach of the driver. Large windows all around provide excellent visibility with limited blind spots. Take advantage of the optional 360-degree camera system to make maneuvering in tight places and backing up even more effortless. If you have a busy family needing convenience and comfort on the go, lots of space to carry cargo, a vehicle that’s easy to transform from people hauler to cargo transport, has an upscale-looking and feeling interior, with great mileage and range, you want a Chrysler Pacifica PHEV from Russ Darrow in Madison.