I wanted to do a review where I explain how the hybrid works and give my first hand experience with the vehicle. There has been an uptick in negative press about hybrid vehicles, including costs and the "must-haves" that quite simply aren't true. I know that the regular person reading those articles may be completely turned off to the idea of hybrid vehicles after reading them, which is frustrating seeing how much we've loved and benefitted from our hybrid van.
I was also frustrated when in the market for a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) because the knowledge of the vehicle from the dealerships was incorrect and almost non-existent. Many salesmen deflected to another to explain and answer our questions, and when answered we later found out they were false. There were general questions about the display and what was being shown that I had while test driving, and the dealer did not know the answers. Most of my knowledge from the vehicle has come from reading the instruction manual and by first hand experience.

While there are videos about this hybrid van out there, I felt they didn't answer my basic questions about everyday and practical use of the vehicle. I hope to have answered some of those questions for you here. I hope you'll give a watch and listen with how our experience has been so that you can make a more informed decision.

I will do a separate video where I highlight and go through some of the features of the van that we've been enjoying. This van was by far the most advanced in technology and features versus the competitor 2020 minivan models (Siennas and Odysseys). At the time, the Odyssey was recalled for a fire hazard and we weren't allowed to even turn it on (they were pulled from the lot). The Pacifica had MUCH more cabin space than the Odyssey. It also had WAY more features and up to date technology and aesthetic than the 2020 Sienna (I must note this was the year before the remodel of the Sienna, which I have to say was long overdue. We previously owned a 2007). This was our first new car purchase, and I really can't sing its praises enough.

Comment with any questions you may have. I'll do my best to answer them.

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LINKS:
Federal Hybrid Tax Credit Models & Figures
https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxev...

Louisiana Plug-In Hybrid Incentives PDF with external links & forms
https://www.chrysler.com/content/dam/...

IRS Form 8936 for Tax Credit
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8936...
IRS Hybrid Forms and Instructions
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8936...