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Chrysler Pacifica · Model year 2021

2021 Chrysler Pacifica specs, maintenance & manuals

Everything the manufacturer published about the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 20 manufacturer publications, and towing ratings up to 3,600 lb.

Max towing
3,600 lb
Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
20
Versions
2

2021 Chrysler Pacifica specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2021 specification sheets.

General information+
Vehicle TypeMultipurpose vehicle
Assembly PlantWindsor, Ontario, Canada
EPA Vehicle ClassMultipurpose vehicle
Introduction Date2016 as a 2017 model
Body and chassis+
LayoutTransverse front engine, front-wheel drive
ConstructionSteel unibody with hinged front doors; aluminum-skinned sliding left- and right-side doors — power available. Aluminum-skinned rear liftgate with gas props — power available
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 eHybrid (Atkinson cycle)+
AvailabilityStandard
Type and Description60-degree dual overhead cam engine
Displacement220 cu. in. (3,605 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke96 mm x 83 mm
Valve System24-valve, end pivot roller finger followers and continuous variable-valve timing on both intake and exhaust cams; chain-driven
Fuel SystemPort-fuel injection (PFI)
ConstructionHigh-pressure die-cast A380 aluminum block with iron liners and semi-permanent mold A319 aluminum heads
Compression Ratio12.5:1
Total System Power260 hp (194 kW)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane, or E0 to E15
Oil Capacity5 quarts (4.7 liter)
Coolant Capacity7.2 quarts (6.8 liter)
Emission ControlsIntegrated cast-aluminum header manifolds; positive crankcase ventilation; intake and exhaust cam phasers; evaporative emissions system
EPA Fuel Economy (Electric+Gas / Gas)N/A (combined city/highway)
Assembly PlantSaltillo South Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
Transmission: eFlite electrically variable+
AvailabilityStandard
DescriptionElectrically variable transmission with dual-motor EV drive capability
Motor A: Power84 hp (63 kW)
Motor B: Power114 hp (85 kW)
Hybrid battery pack+
AvailabilityStandard
DescriptionHigh voltage, 96 cell Li-ion, 16kWh total energy, 360-volt nominal
Suspension+
FrontIndependent MacPherson strut, coil over gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar with hydroformed steel perimeter cradle
RearIndependent twist-blade with coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers with integrated rebound springs
Steering+
TypeElectric rack and pinion
Overall Ratio16.2:1
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)39.7 ft. (12.1 m)
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)3.13
Brakes+
Power-assist TypeFour-wheel antilock disc regenerative brakes, vacuum assist
AvailabilityStandard on all models
Front: Size and type13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor with (51.0) single-piston floating caliper
Front: Swept area73.6 sq. in. (475 sq. cm)
Rear: Size and type13.0 x 0.47 (330 x 12) solid rotor with (44.0) single-piston floating caliper
Rear: Swept area66.5 sq. in. (429 sq. cm)
Parking Brake TypeElectric park brake
Antilock Brake System (ABS)Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Standard
Traction ControlStandard
Brake AssistStandard
Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase121.6 (3,089)
Overhang — Front38.3 (972)
Overhang — Rear44.3 (1,127)
Track — Front68.2 (1,734)
Track — Rear68.2 (1,735)
Overall Length204.3 (5189)
Overall Width79.6 (2,022)
Overall Width with Mirrors90.4 (2,297)
Overall Height69.9 (1,777)
Liftover Height24.3 (617)
Cargo Width at Wheelhouse48.8 (1,239)
Maximum Cargo Height47.6 (1,208)
Approach Angle (degrees)13.5
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)12.3
Departure Angle (degrees)18.6
Ground Clearance5.1 (130)
Drag Coefficient (Cd)N/A
Aero CdAN/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (L)16.5 (62.5)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg)6,300 (2,858)
Towing Capacity, lbs. (kg)Not recommended for hybrid models
EPA Curb Weight, lbs. (kg)5,010 (2273)
Weight Distribution (percent front/rear)55.5/44.5
Accommodations+
Seating Capacity (front/second/third rows)2/2/3
Total SAE Volume, cu. ft.197.3
Accommodations: front+
Headroom40.1 (1,020)
Headroom with sunroof38.4 (975)
Legroom41.1 (1,045)
Shoulder room63.8 (1,622)
Hip room59.0 (1,500)
Seat travel8.7 (220)
Recliner angle range (degrees)58
First row SAE volume, cu. ft.61.1
Accommodations: second row+
Headroom39.6 (1,006)
Headroom with sunroof38.0 (966)
Legroom39.0 (992)
Minimum knee clearance4.8 (123)
Shoulder room63.0 (1,602)
Hip room64.8 (1,647)
Second row SAE volume, cu. ft.56.5
Accommodations: third row+
Headroom38.7 (984)
Headroom with sunroof38.7 (984)
Legroom36.5 (929)
Knee clearance3.5 (89)
Shoulder room61.2 (1,555)
Hip room49.5 (1,258)
Third row SAE volume, cu. ft.47.5
Cargo volume+
Maximum passenger volume, cu. ft.165.0
Maximum SAE volume behind first row, cu. ft.140.5
Maximum SAE volume behind second row, cu. ft.87.5
Maximum SAE volume behind third row, cu. ft.32.3
Total passenger plus volume behind third row, cu. ft.197.3
Wheels: 17-inch+
AvailabilityStandard on Hybrid Touring and Touring L
Type and materialCast aluminum
Size17 x 7
Wheels: 18-inch+
AvailabilityStandard on Limited and Pinnacle, packaged on Hybrid Touring and Hybrid Touring L
Type and materialCast aluminum
Size18 x 7.5
Tires: 17-inch+
AvailabilityStandard on Hybrid Touring
Size and type235/65R17 BSW, All-season
ModelYokohama Avid S34
Tires: 18-inch+
AvailabilityStandard on Limited and Pinnacle, optional/packaged on Hybrid Touring, Hybrid Touring L
Size and type235/60R18 BSW, All-season
ModelMichelin Premier All-season self-sealing, Nexen N’Priz RH7

Source: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2021 Chrysler Pacifica maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: see schedule title.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
Inspect front accessory drive tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Replace cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs.The spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
Replace the front accessory drive belt.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Replace PCV valve.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

  • Change oil and filter.
  • Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
  • Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.
  • Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions. If required, replace engine air cleaner filter.

2021 Chrysler Pacifica fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)3.6L engine19 gal71 L
Engine oil with filter3.6L engine5 qt4.7 L
Cooling system3.6L engine, standard duty cooling13.1 qt12.4 L
3.6L engine, heavy duty cooling13.4 qt12.7 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantMopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile OAT formula, or equivalentMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT
Engine oil (3.6L engine)SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395Mopar
Engine oil filterMopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 performance requirementsSAE/USCAR-36Mopar Engine Oil Filter

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmissionZF 8 & 9 speed ATF, or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinderDOT 3 brake fluidSAE J1703Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts100 ft-lb (135 N·m)M12 x 1.519 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Engine oil brands named in the manual include Mopar, Pennzoil and Shell Helix.
  • Recheck lug nut/bolt torque after 25 miles (40 km).

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2021 Chrysler Pacifica towing capacity: up to 3,600 lbEvery 2021 tow rating by engine and drive.Open the towing chart →

2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2021 model year.

2021 Chrysler Pacifica questions

How much oil does the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 5 qt / 4.7 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica use?

3.6L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.