There's no such thing as a "casual commute" in New Jersey. Not when you're dodging jughandles, juggling daycare drop-offs, and trying to grab your Wawa order before it melts into the floor mat. That's why Nielsen Editorial called out two plug-in hybrids from our lineup in its article on best gas mileage for NJ commuters: the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.
First up, the Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, a minivan that might just be the most underrated commuter weapon in the state. With over 30 miles of all-electric range, a cabin so quiet you can hear your thoughts (finally), and enough cargo space for a science project, a trombone, and a week's worth of groceries, it's made for drivers who've got places to be (and people to wrangle). Forget the minivan stigma - this one's all about stealthy savings and full-on family functionality.
And then there's the Grand Cherokee 4xe, which proves you can have plug-in efficiency and real Jeep brawn in one package. With 56 MPGe, 25 electric-only miles, and a range that makes the Turnpike feel like a warm-up lap, this SUV handles snow, slush, and Route 10 madness like it's just out for a scenic cruise. And yes, it'll still power you to the mountains on Friday like it's auditioning for its own outdoor reality show.
Two vehicles. Totally different vibes. Same goal: to make your Jersey commute less painful and a lot more capable. Because you know that, around here, even a trip to Target can feel like a quest.
Test drive the Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid and Grand Cherokee 4xe at Nielsen Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram, where we specialize in vehicles that don't blink when Jersey traffic gets weird.
Read the full Nielsen article:Best Gas Mileage for NJ Commuters