2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Charging Guide: Time, Range, and Home Setup

Shopping for an electrified minivan around Cortlandt? The Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid delivers excellent range, family comfort, and easy charging at home or on the go. Chrysler has the market locked up for anyone needing a seven-passenger minivan that can go a very long way on a tank of fuel. If this sounds appealing, then the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid is for you. Wondering how to charge this powerful vehicle? Consider reading our guide below.

Why Choose the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid?

The Chrysler Pacifica is the first plug-in hybrid minivan that gives people, especially parents who want to decrease emissions, a great way to cart around their kids or loved ones without needing gas. The minivan’s 33-mile electric range is more than enough for your daily drive, covering kid duty and commuting.

The Pacifica is also affordable, charges up in just about two hours with a Level 2 charger, and seats up to seven people. Being able to drive electric most of the time while having the convenience of fuel when needed can give you the peace of mind to transition to electric mobility.

How To Charge the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid

Charging the new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is super easy. It comes with a 120-volt Level 1 charging cord set that you’ll find in the cargo area storage bin located on the driver’s side. Remember that this cord set is for Level 1 charging only, so it requires a traditional 120-volt power outlet (AC grounded wall receptacle).

Before you start charging the Pacifica, turn it off, shift it to “P,” and engage the brake to park the vehicle. Then put the AC plug of the charging set into the receptacle on the charger. Take the charge connector and place it in the van’s charge inlet. Once you insert it correctly, you’ll hear a “click” sound and see the charge active indicator lights cycle from left to right. If the charge indicator shows all five bars, it means your vehicle is fully charged and ready to go.

How Long Does It Take To Charge the Pacifica’s Battery?

If you use the 120-volt Level 1 charger, you can fully recharge the Pacifica in about 14 hours. You can reduce the time and charge the vehicle in just about two hours by using an available 240-volt Level 2 charger. However, remember that the estimated charging time is based on a completely discharged high-voltage battery. Your Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid’s charging time varies based on several factors, such as the battery’s condition, age, state of charge, and temperature, as well as the available current being provided to the charger from its power source.

How To Find a Charging Station

Finding the closest charging station for the vehicle is also easy. Just go to the navigation tab of the touch screen on the Uconnect 5 system and look for charging stations nearby.

You can also use the mobile application to determine the availability of the charging station and other details. Simply open the Uconnect mobile app on your phone and type in charging stations under the location tab. This allows you to locate and view all available charging stations nearby. You can then press the Send & Go button to send the charging station locations to the van’s navigation system.

What Is the Range of the New Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid?

The Pacifica plug-in hybrid range is assisted by a V-6 engine, two electric motors (63 kW and 84 kW), and a 16 kWh lithium-ion battery that combine for around 260 horsepower. This powertrain allows the minivan to accelerate quickly and handle passing or merging on the highway just fine.

On battery power alone, the 2023 Pacifica can travel up to 33 miles. However, when combined with a full tank of gas, it can go up to 520 miles.

The EPA calculates the Pacifica Hybrid’s efficiency with a method known as miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe). In this measure, the 2023 Pacifica scores around 82 MPGe. When it operates as a conventional hybrid, the vehicle achieves up to 30 mpg.

Can the 2023 Pacifica Hybrid Charge While Driving?

The 2023 Chrysler Pacifica charges while you’re driving, as it comes with a regenerative braking system that recharges the vehicle’s battery during deceleration. However, the system can only provide a small boost. You can only unlock the Chrysler Pacifica’s full potential when you connect it to an electrical outlet.

How Long Will the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica’s Battery Last?

The life span of the 2023 Pacifica’s battery usually ranges from three to five years. However, this can vary greatly depending on several factors, including your driving habits, the climate, and the battery size.

The fact that the vehicle’s battery is not fully dead is no assurance that it’s in good working condition. If you’ve used the vehicle’s battery for three to five years, then it may be time to get a replacement.

Some telltale signs of a weak battery in the new Chrysler Pacifica include a slow engine cranking after you turn the key and extensive corrosion on the connectors and cables. Even if the vehicle’s electronics are working, you may still hear an irritating clicking noise when turning the key in the ignition. These signs point to a dying battery in your Pacifica hybrid.

Schedule Your Car Maintenance and Repair Service Today

When your Chrysler Pacifica’s battery fails, you should fix it right away. Consider taking the vehicle to our dealership in Cortlandt, New York. At Bill Volz Westchester, we emphasize customer service in everything we do, making sure each client has an excellent experience with us.

Whether you’re driving around in a new Chrysler Pacifica or a used or certified pre-owned one, Bill Volz Westchester is ready to help. Reach out to us today and schedule a visit to our service center. The sooner you bring your vehicle to us, the sooner we can have it back to you.

We serve not only Westchester but also New York and the surrounding areas, including Cortlandt, Danbury, Valhalla, Yorktown Heights, Peekskill, Kitchawan, and Bedford Hills. We look forward to seeing you at our dealership.

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