Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid long-term wrap up: Our electrified workhorse went away!

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  • @whitemailprivilege2830
    @whitemailprivilege2830 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    So would you or would you not recommend the Pacifica? Please be more specifica

    • @rickt2419
      @rickt2419 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is just my opinion, so, "inconsistency" is the worst scenario to locating any problem (if you have owned a car or two before, I am sure you have heard the mechanics telling "everything checked out just fine" or something like "oh, that's normal"...), needless to say, the host stated that there were a number of dislike on top of the inconsistent noises and issues all during its 1st year of their ownership... So, I know I have too many other choices on the market waiting for me with much better consistency in reliability and maintenance-ability. Good luck with your hard earned $$ and time we'll spend with your family rather than back and forth between the dealership and its waiting area.

    • @noblekitty
      @noblekitty 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      FCA or even old Chrysler could never build an electrical problem free vehicle in the past..ever. What on Earth does one think that they can build a reliable sophisticated electric-gas powered vehicle? When buying from FCA, less options = less problems. Too bad, the Pacifica looks nice and is the only hybrid minivan for sale in US.

    • @IamJay02
      @IamJay02 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do. Not. Buy. This.

    • @omarbryant7930
      @omarbryant7930 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂 comment of the year

  • @christopherbaker1028
    @christopherbaker1028 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I own one of these. Terrific Van. Very happy with it. Bought only 2 tanks of gas in 6 months yet drive it everyday.

    • @rimonzaky5578
      @rimonzaky5578 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      any issues so far?

    • @christopherbaker1028
      @christopherbaker1028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rimonzaky5578 No problems. It's been great and I continue to drive it mostly on battery. Highly recommended. And $7500 rebate makes it fairly affordable for a car of it's class. Nicest vehicle I have owned.

    • @WesselsReaper
      @WesselsReaper 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How many miles you have on it

    • @christopherbaker1028
      @christopherbaker1028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@WesselsReaper As of Jan 2021 I have about 10k mile on it 85% of which are electric. Still a great van.

    • @WesselsReaper
      @WesselsReaper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christopherbaker1028 glad to hear!! Im torn between this and 21’ sienna

  • @DavidElCid300
    @DavidElCid300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My Toyota Prius Prime is also very loud when it transitions from electric to gas. So it's not just the Chrysler Pacifica.

  • @dexterne
    @dexterne 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Love mine, 75%+ electric in practice for my driving pattern and a "gallon" worth of juice costs me 67 cents at home each night. Also a dozen free chargers near shopping in my neighborhood. Don't miss the stow and go 2nd row or the vacuum. I can still remove the seats for hauling and plug in a vac. The engine noise thing is only a problem in your head. It IS actually supposed to do that. Accept it.

    • @minivanlinda1762
      @minivanlinda1762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Endless money pit

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      See how you feel in 10 years. Some of these chrysler/dodge minivans have electrical issues and blown head gaskets within 6 months from new.... I heard of one workshop that refuses to touch them because they don't want to get blamed for the constant string of problems OR NEW PARTS that fail WITHIN MONTHS. Because they're expected to fix it again if the parts they install fail.

    • @dexterne
      @dexterne 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It does have a 10yr warranty and it is unique as the largest hybrid and the most fuel efficient minivan. I buy vehicles intending to get a 10 year life out of them, in 10 years my kids will be grown, I will be retired and no longer in the market for a minivan. It slots nicely into the niche I (and likely many other families) want to fill.

  • @ryobiredux2912
    @ryobiredux2912 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Had 3 Chevy Volts before buying this hybrid van so we'll schooled on hybrid ins and outs. Got tired of waiting for GM and other more reliable manufacturers to get such a vehicle in dealerships as we needed more room and comfort from a hybrid vehicle plus needed the $7,500 tax credit and end of year pricing. Had it almost 1 year now and confirm some of the things mentioned in video. The noises didn't bother me as you get spoiled with the lack of engine noise from these hybrid vehicles most of the time and when the gas engine does run sometimes it may seem more pronounced as you are used to not hearing the noise of the engine running. The light colored leather interior is hard to keep from staining but can be somewhat mitigated with proper cleaners and leather care products. The electric mileage is great for such a big vehicle just slightly less than the cramped Volt. The almost 600 miles per tank is great also. I have to add gas maybe once a month or less. Comfort, room and utility are great but no towing capacity.
    The stupid award goes to their use of some software tied to the radio that you must use to set the charge schedule. The charge schedule must be reset every month or it will not charge on schedule which you need for off peak electric charge rates ( costs about $ 35 to charge per month ). No fix yet from Chrysler but they have known about this problem for years ( WTH Chrysler that is one of the main reasons you buy a hybrid or electric so you can use it mostly on electric, not where you want to have a glaring problem inconveniencing customers from doing such duh ). Never owned a Chrysler before because of quality and reliablity issues so bought the extended warranty something tells me that was a good move. Bottom line this vehicle is not for everyone, but if you need a quiet comfortable ride with good utility, great electric and gas mileage, the tax credit, end of year pricing and gas savings then go for it but try and get darker interior if you can, we couldn't find one at the time. If you are buying and have doubts about quality and reliablity get the extended warranty at a discount and if you don't need the tax credit just lease.

    • @rimonzaky5578
      @rimonzaky5578 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      great review, how much it cost the extended warranty and what terms? also, did you experience any other issues?

    • @ryobiredux2912
      @ryobiredux2912 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rimonzaky5578 I believe the extended warranty was about $2000 for 7 yrs and covers everything. The other issue is these get rust on front of hood in less than 2 years so get it fixed under factory warranty.

    • @ryobiredux2912
      @ryobiredux2912 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Benjamin Muller yeah it's a shame they came so close to making something truly awesome but I went in with low expectations and was almost wowed.

    • @ryobiredux2912
      @ryobiredux2912 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Benjamin Muller Do you have the charge issue ?

  • @gtlegacy8
    @gtlegacy8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This van has a shelf life of its lease period.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah. You can wait ten years and buy it for $1000.

  • @rcollinge5818
    @rcollinge5818 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A really nice and honest review.
    It's nice to see the man behind the voice over videos.

  • @el_covfefe
    @el_covfefe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I can understand losing the stow n go but chrysler should find a way to keep the vacuum

    • @billimbriale8535
      @billimbriale8535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Spend $30 for a hand vacuum!

    • @MrKillerRC
      @MrKillerRC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A battery powered hand vac is cheaper, and faster. No hose to bother with.

  • @josephrsmith8542
    @josephrsmith8542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We have experienced no gas stops for a month and what a great month!

  • @Wasabi9111
    @Wasabi9111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really wanted a 2020 Pacifica hybrid to replace my 2017 gas Pacifica lease. But with the hybrid production delays and all the additional hybrid issues I decided to order another gas version.

    • @jonathanvictorica5816
      @jonathanvictorica5816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wasabi9111 just get an odyssey 😭 Chrysler is too risky to put money into

  • @JamesSkemp
    @JamesSkemp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Engine gets super loud while charging the battery after a long drive, on a summer day. From what I understand, when I checked a few months ago, it's normal cooling. Still unnerving when it happens.

    • @JamesSkemp
      @JamesSkemp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Charging port isn't in the best location if you plug in your car outside, during winter months as well. Don't yet have a solution in place for Wisconsin winters, but hopefully we have at least a month until it starts snowing.

  • @VuongNguyen-tc4fj
    @VuongNguyen-tc4fj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got my 2021 hybrid in March, I love it ❤️

  • @LuisGomez-ui2xj
    @LuisGomez-ui2xj ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I have one now. So fat it is my second day with it. My question is what mode should I set it on for better fuel performance? Should I drive it on "D" or "L"? Should I drive it via highway to work or on the residential side going to work? Thanks again.

  • @drsus0
    @drsus0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thigh the stow-n-go was deleted wit the hybrid since the battery is stored under that 2nd row

  • @JogBird
    @JogBird 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Not sure i would pay $50k for a minvan, esp. one from Chrysler

    • @AmperageY
      @AmperageY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      JogBird well that’s for the top of the Line model and a $7500 tax credit is available nation wide along local & state incentives + the gas savings it can quickly make up for the premium

    • @rickt2419
      @rickt2419 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      JogBird, so true, especially, there are many choices out there on the market; unless you own shares of Fiat stock...

    • @cytrynowy_melon6604
      @cytrynowy_melon6604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rickt2419 Many other choices out there? Of what? Of well equipped hybrid minivans costing up to 50k$? In what world do you live?

    • @minivanlinda1762
      @minivanlinda1762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wouldn't either.. Chrysler is garbage

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cytrynowy_melon6604 plenty of non hydrid minivans that manage 300 thousand miles.

  • @mightbesherwood1313
    @mightbesherwood1313 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Did it break? If not, that would have been worth stating explicitly.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They can't tell you honest stuff like that! Might lose the sponsor....

  • @John-209
    @John-209 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t really understand why you list it as a problem that the car makes noises to keep you guys warm in the winter while you’re sitting there probably in EV mode because it’s working trying to keep you guys warm. My Tesla model three does the same thing it makes noises whenever it wants that is not something anybody should worry about

  • @Jabid21
    @Jabid21 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's just too bad FCA cars break down too quickly. I enjoyed the Pacifica during a Lyft ride and a friend of mine has a Dodge Durango which is a fun to drive crossover.

    • @plmn93
      @plmn93 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It didn't break down, they just didn't like the noises it made. I've taken two Chrysler vans over 100K, would not hesitate to buy another.

  • @MrKillerRC
    @MrKillerRC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Hybrid is better than the gas. We love rarely buying gasoline.

  • @Bargainteers
    @Bargainteers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have it back just in time for things to go wrong with it

  • @grahamrothphotography
    @grahamrothphotography 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I can imagine the gas engine runs on cold winter days till it gets to operating temperature even when using electric mode.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ACTUALLY it probably NEEDS it to, in order to run the heating. Because heating takes MASSIVE electricity. The only exception being electric blankets but they're designed to use the insulation effect of blankets and heat rising.

  • @MarkRVillano
    @MarkRVillano 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If they would make an AWD gas only version of this vehicle, I would buy one in a heartbeat. I would gladly sacrifice the Stow & GO feature for power at all four wheels, if that's what it took.

    • @Karan-vp7uk
      @Karan-vp7uk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why tf do you want a gas version? You want to pay extra for gas and loose the instant torque? That’s dumb

    • @tspfull
      @tspfull 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So did you buy one?

    • @gparyani
      @gparyani ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They did last year, and retained Stow & Go

  • @kevincinnamontoast3669
    @kevincinnamontoast3669 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tax credit?

  • @jerrythor290
    @jerrythor290 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    my dad have one of these, it left him stranded on the road. Had something to do with the charging system at 5.5k miles. Chrysler never fixed it after changing a ton of stuff including the transmission. Do not buy!

  • @BTC909
    @BTC909 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You loose the Vac, Stow-N-Go, and the spare tire.

  • @SaSpursFan
    @SaSpursFan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Stoped trusting the video when it started with nothing but a positive view on it. This van is notoriously unreliable. Then you know they just say positive things about the cars to keep good relations with the auto makers. So much fluff and no substance in this video. So vague, Doesn’t even come out and recommend it bc they don’t recommend it but are too scare Chrysler will not invited them next year to get the vehicle. Think about it, a 50k+ mini van by Fiat....I mean Chrysler, nope!

    • @dickkorpershoek1510
      @dickkorpershoek1510 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      We've had ours for about 18 months now with almost 60k km and no issues, it's been fantastic and saves us almost 400 a month on gas

    • @RiceCzechs
      @RiceCzechs 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perhaps you should watch it all the way to the conclusion, and then see if it feels 100% positive?

    • @SaSpursFan
      @SaSpursFan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      RiceCzechs I did and still feel the same. Go ahead a search on TH-cam “Chrysler pacifica P” and the first auto fill is “Chrysler Pacifica problems” and see people who actually own it. Think about it, their business plan is so dependent on having good relationship with the car manufacturers so that they continue to get access to these vehicles for free so they can make their content and it works out for the manufacture because they get cheap advertisement. The biggest complaint was “off putting drive train sounds”...really

    • @michaelbury1941
      @michaelbury1941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Habib this is not true. Consumer reports predicts less reliability based on past products BUT if you look at actual customer data in their annual survey, it’s average which is the same as a Civic.

  • @dangergunner2788
    @dangergunner2788 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grand for a freaking Mini Van!!!!!!!!! Are you nuts?

  • @MDWeezer
    @MDWeezer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My 2019 Pacifica Hybrid died and left me stranded an hour from home, just simply wouldn't start. Chrysler roadside left me stranded after being no help and I had to pay out of pocket to get it towed 45 miles back to my dealership. It sat in the service department for 87 days while I was drove a rental of the lowest trim non-Hybrid Pacifica (my other car is a Nissan Leaf, so I have a Level 2 charger at home, of the 6000mi we put on the Pacifica, 4500mi were electric only). Chrystler replaced the battery pack and within 24 hours to getting the vehicle back "fixed", errors flooded my dashboard again. Purchased when we were expecting our fourth child, it was great when it worked and turned into a nightmare. FCA support didn't do a thing and no one I spoke to really seemed to take the incident with any sort of urgency. I couldn't have run farther from that vehicle and I wouldn't recommend a Chrysler to anyone. Really loved having electric only range on my minivan, but the Odyssey is the only way to go in that vehicle class.

    • @MDWeezer
      @MDWeezer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Additionally, you'll find many other instances of people needing to get their battery packs replaced, leaving their new vehicles in the shop for months at a time. Chrysler simply can't keep provide the battery packs.

    • @gulnarachikvaidze1320
      @gulnarachikvaidze1320 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Odyssey is even worse, read about its constant transmission failures. Sienna is the only choice, but its so dated. 2021 Sienna is finally updated, but its way too expensive now due to hybrid only Toyota decided to go. Just cant win

  • @briandjordjevic9969
    @briandjordjevic9969 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cooling fans don’t bother me

    • @minivanlinda1762
      @minivanlinda1762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm bothered by the fact it's a minivan. 😂😂😂💩

    • @RiceCzechs
      @RiceCzechs 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nor us, generally. We test all types of cars, PHEVs included. This one has moments where it makes an abnormal amount of untoward noises.

    • @briandjordjevic9969
      @briandjordjevic9969 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      RiceCzechs a little noise never hurt anyone

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Being a chrysler, a vehicle known for electric problems and blown head gaskets is what bothers me. AND new parts that ALSO FAIL within 3 months of being installed.

    • @briandjordjevic9969
      @briandjordjevic9969 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Link Knight sounds like a Toyota lover. I got the Pacifica I have had no problems.

  • @IamJay02
    @IamJay02 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How is that long term lmao

  • @SteveDavis-o6m
    @SteveDavis-o6m หลายเดือนก่อน

    "Given the off-putting noises and loss of the built-in vacuum, we'd probably go with the gas only version." Am I the only one who noticed what a depressing statement this makes about humanity? Rather than do something to do his part to reduce emissions that are literally robbing people of the verdant planet we all inherited, he can't be bothered by a noise and using a regular vacuum? Jesus.

  • @robertmontgomery7158
    @robertmontgomery7158 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Say what? You say “save substantial amount of time at gas station “??? 5 minutes to fill a gas tank is less time than going to a coffee shop for your daily coffee

    • @asertiv1
      @asertiv1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or sit in the service lounge at the dealership waiting for a diagnosis and then repair!

    • @juelzm149
      @juelzm149 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I absolutely HATE stopping for gas so I get it.

  • @KJSvitko
    @KJSvitko 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Time to go all electric.
    Gas and diesel vehicles are old polluting technology.
    PHEVs were fine 5 years ago. Now all electric BEV is state of the art.

    • @cytrynowy_melon6604
      @cytrynowy_melon6604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Actually in case of minivans it's something new. When this car was introduced not log time ago, it was a first hybrid minivan. There is no fully electric minivan yet at the market.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great. But just make it a Japanese vehicle not a chrysler. You know, the car company who has electric problems and head gaskets failing within 6 months of new..... oh. Maybe you don't know any mechanics. Or at least ones who talk honestly.

    • @bertito43
      @bertito43 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Because making batteries doesn’t create any pollution or environmental damage 🤔

    • @KJSvitko
      @KJSvitko 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bertito43 Because oil drilling. fracking, hauling, pipelines and the end use are using fossil fuels and are adding to climate change.

    • @philongpham3886
      @philongpham3886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KJSvitko the climate has been changing from the beginning of time. That's a fact.
      I love the idea of electric cars, not because of the climate change BS, but the performance and reliability. However, the technology is still quite new and the price is high, if there is an affordable option, I would consider.

  • @godfatherNYC
    @godfatherNYC 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great vehicle, too bad it's made by FCA.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The good thing about FCA is if you REALLY want it you can wait ten years and get it for $1000. By which time it's probably about ready for the crusher anyway.

  • @superrobotwar347
    @superrobotwar347 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    this time fail... don't use wave line. keep strong Americans car style. design is america cars best

  • @djkenny1202
    @djkenny1202 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    When a Toyota Sienna is just beginning to Walk
    At 150k, a Chrysler product has had $2000 of repair, and I think this really negates the benefits of the hybrid system. The savings are lost on repairs. Unless it’s a Toyota mini van I just wouldn’t do it. If Toyota offers one, it’ll be very reliable. They have 20 years of experience making hybrid cars that are Proven, just like the non hybrid cars.

    • @normt430
      @normt430 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The new Toyota Sienna Hybrid came out and Motor Trend said the interior is very cheap and not as nice as the Pacifica. Very outdated infotainment screen too. Not gonna even look at it for $50K!

    • @djkenny1202
      @djkenny1202 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@normt430 pacificas unfortunately are absolutely garbage. Engineering wise and build quality, regardless of some interior materials, its a far superior vehicle. Just buy a clean used Sienna non hybrid. All minivans are overpriced. Used Toyota is best bet by far. Chrysler is pure trash for a lot of $$.

    • @normt430
      @normt430 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@djkenny1202 the new Sienna Hybrid is plastic bag garbage with a cheap interior and outdated infotainment they charge $50K.
      Even Motor Trend picks the Pacifca over the new Sienna.

    • @djkenny1202
      @djkenny1202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@normt430 who cares so much about a head unit? Solved with an order from Crutch-field and $300. Chrysler is not a reliable quality brand. Toyota has never been exactly known for the best interiors, but they run and run and run with low repair costs. Chryslers also lose value very fast. Why care about what Motor Trend says? Consumer Guide is a better source.
      New minivans are a rip off no matter what. Look at pre owned Siennas like 5 years old for half or less than a brand new mini van. You can drive it 300k with little to repair.

    • @normt430
      @normt430 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@djkenny1202 i have seen the Carfax on those Sienna's with 300,000 miles and the repair record looks like any other car. This Carfax so not all repairs are reported.
      The Toyota of yesterday is not for sale today. Most everyone has caught up and passed them today so there is no reason to pay the "Toyota Tax".

  • @FentoZ
    @FentoZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pos lol

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is a fluff peice where they COULDN'T SAY it was crap but then STILL DIDN'T recommend buying it. So you know what they really thought.....