The 500e is powered by a and permanent-magnet, three-phase synchronous-drive electric motor, and its 24 kWh liquid-cooled/heated li-ion battery delivers a range of , and up to in city driving according to Chrysler. The combination of alternating current motor, battery, and inverter has a claimed efficiency of 92%. Charge time is less than four hours when connected to a Level 2 (240 volt) source using the on-board 6.6 kW charging module. Although the 500e does not come equipped with or offers as an option a DC fast charging connector, the development engineers state the car is equipped to handle charging at up to 480V and 70 amps if the appropriate connector is retrofitted to the car.