If you're that type of person, odds are you're not worried about wasting gas or incurring the tailpipe emissions that occur mostly at cold engine startup. Without any long-distance trips, the Volt traveled just over 800 miles in August. A certain appeal to the Tesla Model S and X is the "cool" factor. I should have read the blog before I signed the Volt out for a week, as I was utterly confounded when I pulled the paddle for the first time and nothing happened. So we didn't. Rear seats down: 21.5 cubic feet (approx.) The 2015 Chevrolet Volt has 10.6 ft3 of trunk space. It's the steering wheel paddle on the left, and its reason for existence is questionable at best. The Volt touts a quiet cabin with a host of tech features and a good amount of space up front. Still, simple oversights, such as failing to record the switchover point from battery power to gas or filling up the gas tank with battery in reserve, mean a loss of useful data. Binning the monochromatic wall of touch-sensitive nonsense was the best idea of the entire program. Either way, I like the interior of this Volt much better. Traffic was pretty light, and I was able to drive normally (for So Cal), averaging around 60 mph. Ed Hellwig, senior editor, "I really enjoy our Volt as a commuter. --, "You would expect that a car as advanced as the Volt would have the latest suite of in-car tech, and Chevy delivers. --, "Farther back, the Volt's hatchback design makes for easy loading and unloading." March was nearly over when I decided to call our Volt dealer to set up a time to bring it in. The lid is a bit of a reach when opened. Calvin Kim. When the screen is bigger, it allows the system's designers to make the virtual screen buttons bigger and easier to consistently press. Our monthly gas-only fuel economy averaged out to about 40 mpg, good enough to increase the Volt's overall gas-only economy from 37.7 to 37.8 mpg. There's more legroom than I would have thought, and an elevated seating position provides some useful thigh support. Caroline Pardilla, "I was coming back from brunch one morning when my passenger noticed there was a mysterious pimple on the roof of the Volt. It's a little distracting, even a little unsettling and maybe nothing to worry about. Hi, Does anyone know the dimensions of the cargo area of a Gen2 Volt with the rear seats folded down? Lifetime engine-on fuel economy stayed at the 37.7 mpg average from last month. All-electric range? Even so, it's been spending more and more time parked at our office at night. Compared to the accelerator pedal (which you barely have to press when driving under battery power, the electric thrust is so readily available), the brake pedal requires a fair shove to slow the Volt. I tested both methods several times and was met with the same result. Safety? Such freeway-heavy driving was consequently less reflective of the city-dwelling habits of typical Volt owners. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? Dan Edmunds, "The first-generation Volt was not a particularly smooth-driving car or efficient car when running on gasoline. I look forward to driving it again. When the gasoline engine kicks on, I can feel some faint vibrations in the seat and floor, and I wish Chevy had worked harder to edit all of those vibrations out. One limitation within the space is the Volt's sloping rear hatch. --, "Various incremental changes have made their way into the 2019 Chevrolet Volt's interior, but none of them counts as a real blockbuster. There are many things to like about our new long-term 2016 Chevrolet Volt. --, "Owing to the car's aerodynamic styling, visibility isn't especially good, especially out the rear, which has thick pillars. Cloth upholstery and manually adjustable front seats are standard. Behind the first row there's 68.3 cubic feet, 36.3 cubic feet behind the second row and 17.2 cubic feet of space is behind . There isn't a center head restraint in the Volt, which is disappointing, but for this local trip it worked out fine. Nobody walks in Edmunds.com's hometown of L.A., or so the saying (or song) goes. There's also suitable padding on both the door and center armrests. Interior dimensions with the second-row seatbacks in place measured approximately 29 inches deep by 38 inches wide at the wheelwells. vetted professional mechanic! when driving the Volt home is to milk the charge as far as I can, then run it off the engine until the next time I can get it back to the Edmunds garage charger. I fully expect that number to fall. Our initial driving impressions were positive, now it's time to see if that holds up over time. It maneuvers through traffic with ease and simplifies passing maneuvers. Call it evolution, or the simple realization that the original Volt's cabin had a few features that weren't very practical. Max electric-only range upward of 70 miles. I just thought of a fourth! We recently leased a 2016 Fiat 500e for my daughter. Cameron Rogers, staff writer, "The Volt hovered at '1 mile remaining' for about 3 miles, then the range ran out at 74.8 miles. Available through the touchscreen, it shows the miles driven and the kWh energy used to drive that distance. The Volt's wide hatch makes it easy to load and unload cargo. At 10.6 cubic feet, cargo volume is modest for a car of this size, and especially for a hatchback, which. It was enough to inch our average gas mpg higher by one-tenth and average electric range by five-tenths of a mile. Even when it is running, it's far quieter than the previous Volt. Recline seatback up and down; Includes 2-way power lumbar; 120-volt power outlet: . That big steering wheel paddle, only on the left side, engages even heavier regenerative braking when pulled. (The EPA doesn't give a gas-only city rating for the Volt, just a combined driving estimate of 42 mpg.) For them the new Volt could be an EV 100 percent of the time even if they only charged at one end of their trip. The old saw "time is money" has never been more true. Check the cargo space for other makes and models here. It seemed disappointing, but a reminder of how to reframe expectations in the electric car era." We do our best to separate miles driven solely via battery power versus those motivated by gasoline. After an hour and 17 minutes, the Volt had ingested only enough for 13 miles of EV range. A 120V Level 1 charge takes a long time; no more than three or four miles of driving range are accumulated each hour. Second, the extension cord is a simple and obvious bottleneck in the chain. We showed up a few minutes early for our 8 a.m. appointment at DeLillo Chevrolet in Huntington Beach. When I arrived, Fernando cheerfully gave me the key and had me sign an invoice for the oil change, tire rotation and three recall checks. Including the stop at home to gather everyone, I'd driven the Volt 53 miles on electricity since setting off from work. Access to our long-term fleet is usually awesome, but once in a while it just gets tiring. Logbook Highlights Performance "I swear I'm not trying to do a burnout in our Chevy Volt. It's relaxing." Seriously, look at that color. How do they stack up when you're sitting there staring at the backsides of a few thousand of your fellow commuters? Given how often it runs, you barely know it's there. A more questionable aspect, however, is headroom. I seem to remember us raising similar concerns about our long-term 2011 Chevrolet Volt. Just plug in your phone using a cable and your phone's core functions plus a selection of third-party apps (that you might have on your phone) become available through the car. The 2017 Volt comes standard with cloth upholstery, and options include leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, heated sideview mirrors, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Having a clean car every night is great. This mode maintains a reserve electrical charge of the high voltage battery to provide better grade climbing performance.". With the Volt (or similar plug-in hybrid or pure electric vehicle), you'd still likely be generating carbon dioxide or other pollution indirectly through whatever means you used to recharge the battery pack. The Kinetic Blue reminds me of one of my favorite colors ever, the Sonic Blue Pearl paint on the 1999 Honda Civic Si. The problem, as my coworkers pointed out, is that the paddle's regenerative braking level is all or nothing. It's more of a fingernails-on-the-chalkboard exercise, a horror movie for those that admire a car's styling above all else. This is a quiet and stable car on the highway, with refinement levels that fully match its price. Both apply a specific amount of regenerative braking. That's one more than the Toyota Prius Prime can handle, but it's on par with the Chevrolet Bolt. It never does that. Drive our 2016 Chevrolet Volt and take full advantage of its single-occupant HOV lane access stickers. But there was an asterisk: CarPlay would work at launch, but Android Auto fell into the automotive abyss called "late availability.". Did you think it would be made of anything else? --, "The 8-inch digital instrument cluster has a tighter design and organizes its displayed information more cohesively. Even if you're not using it, having a place to put your phone where it's easily accessible is nice. Efficiency? I imagine there are still other mountain passes in North America that would warrant using the 2016 Volt's mountain mode. I managed to not get killed, either by crash or road rage, and back up to speed without draining too much. I must admit that I was startled when Siri spoke up unexpectedly, offering to read me an incoming text. And there is another perk to driving the Chevy that helps us forgive its deficiencies: HOV lane stickers. While there are public charging stations out there that cost nothing to use, many charge per kilowatt-hour of energy transferred or per hour that the vehicle is plugged in. Use our tools to calculate monthly payments or figure out which cars you can afford. I called Fernando to apologize and ask if that could work on his end. Almost no wind or tire noise intrudes into the cockpit -- impressive, given the firm, low-rolling resistance rubber at each corner." Call (806) 579-2590 for more information. While the interior design is attractive in theory, it's swallowed up by the mass of black plastic. The latest MyLink infotainment interface is quicker, prettier and more functional. The upholstery is decent in quality, as are most of the interior trim elements, although it's not hard to miss how much of these are hard-touch materials and gloss plastics. It works in a new way, too. The 2021 Chevy Suburban and. Maintenance and Upkeep The Volt went to the dealer this month for routine service and a trio of recalls. Now if only I could live with the rest of the car." The engine runs at a moderately low rpm till around 35 mph (even longer ons some runs) until it kicks over to another mode and the rpm increases dramatically, providing much more thrust like a secondary cam. "When I was coming back from a Mother's Day excursion, I saw that the Volt only had 9 miles left of its EV range. If I'm approaching a stop light and need to slow down, I'll just get off the accelerator (while in Low) and eyeball when I need to apply the paddle for even more regen. After driving our Volt for about two weeks, though, I've found that using the paddle in conjunction with the "Low" driving mode works pretty well. Most was in hybrid mode. At this price, depreciation was 31 percent. Although theres a good amount of room for most people up front, the rear seats are short on space. This on a car rated at 53 miles of electric range. Instead of simply acting as a generator when the batteries are spent, the new setup uses the gas engine to propel the vehicle like a typical hybrid. Yes, consequently it has a more versatile cargo area than a compact sedan. Smooth, too. The Volt is comprehensively outfitted with features that offer a decent level of comfort, convenience, and entertainment. So if you're just driving a few hundred feet, for example, the experience can be a lot like zipping down the street in a golf cart. There are two full sets of anchors on the outboard rear seats, and there's a single top tether anchor for the middle seat. Considering how comfortable the Volt is and how you really can just treat it like an ordinary car, I wouldn't hesitate to road trip in it again. Personally, I'm fine with being low key. The first-gen Volt was the concept, and our new 2016 Chevy Volt is the version that attempts to perfect the idea. I'm the ideal EV candidate except that I like road trips and I'm not always so good at paying attention to charge level. Let's save us all some time and just do this as a list. Michael Massey, Vehicle Testing Assistant. If you step on the brake pedal to slow the car down, it feels pretty much just like you'd expect from a regular vehicle. Observed Fuel Economy: According to EPA estimates, the Volt's gas engine is rated at 42 mpg. Apparently the switchover is so subtle that you wouldn't notice when it happens. Funny, it wasn't there earlier when you were watching Kimmel. Specifications: Drive Type: Front-wheel drive Transmission Type: Electric-drive transaxle Engine Type: Electric motor with inline-four cylinder gasoline engine Displacement (cc/cu-in): 1,490/91 Redline (rpm): None Indicated Horsepower (hp): 149 Torque (lb-ft): 294 Brake Type (front): One-piece ventilated discs with two-piston sliding calipers Brake Type (rear): One-piece solid discs with single-piston sliding calipers Suspension Type (front): independent MacPherson strut-type with side-loaded strut modules, specially tuned coil springs, direct-acting hollow stabilizer bar; hydraulic ride bushings Suspension Type (rear): specially adapted compound crank (torsion beam) with double-walled, U-shaped profile at the rear; specifically tuned coil springs, hydraulic bushings, Tire Size (front): 215/50R17 91H Tire Size (rear): 215/50R17 91H Tire Brand: Michelin Tire Model: Energy Saver All-Season Tire Type: Low rolling resistance As tested Curb Weight (lb): 3,543, Test Results Acceleration 0-30 (sec): 2.7 (w/ TC on 2.6) 0-45 (sec): 4.7 (w/ TC on 4.7) 0-60 (sec): 7.5 (w/TC on 7.8) 0-60 with 1-ft Rollout (sec): 7.3 (w/TC on 7.5) 0-75 (sec):11.2 (w/TC on 12.4) 1/4-Mile (sec @ mph): 15.6 @ 89.7 (w/TC on 15.9 @ 83.4), Handling Skid Pad Lateral acceleration (g): 0.85 (0.81 w/ESC on). --, "The seats are supportive, and the new-for-2019 power driver's seat is a helpful addition." But the most noteworthy aspect is that there's really nothing to report. Last month, GM said it will be cutting. I have almost a year to find out. And using the Low/paddle combo sort of forces you to drive more efficiently if you're otherwise the type of driver who likes jackrabbit starts and stops. The electronic parking brake! If I could modulate it, I'd use it more often. The Chevrolet Volt has a trunk space of 10.6 ft3. The front of the car is out there. But the Volt doesn't have one. It took about four hours to fully charge. It was enough to get home on electric power alone (8 miles). I texted Dan: On pace for a 75-mile run. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? (The charger at work has been in high demand due to the number of short-term EVs we've evaluated recently.) Acceleration is strong until about 30 mph, then begins to drop off pretty significantly. At least the 2011 model was realistic about it. The plate bracket itself has all the necessary directions molded right into it. Caroline Pardilla, copy editor, Cargo Space "Hi, I'm Mike's back. Further geeking on energy consumption, the EV miles burned on this leg required just 14.3 kilowatt-hours. Leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are available. We'll have plenty of miles to find that out. They include: 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV: 3.3 kW onboard charger (7 hours @ 82 miles of range), 2016 Mitsubishi i-Miev: 3.3 kW onboard charger (7 or 8 hours [claimed vs observed] @ 62 miles of range), 2016 Nissan Leaf S: 3.3 kW onboard charger (8 hours @ 84 miles of range), 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf SE: 3.6 kW onboard charger (7 hours @ 83 miles of range). Most of the time in a Volt, you're just powering around on pure electric power. However, unlike most hybrids, power still primarily flows through the electric motor, providing a more EV-like feel when pressing on the throttle pedal. The Volt has 10.6 cubic feet of cargo space, which is below average compared to other compact cars. His friend lives two houses away from his. According to our calculations, 42 percent of our time was spent in EV mode. Average lifetime mpg: 38.8 mpg EPA mpg rating: 42 mpg combined Best fill mpg: 40.3 mpg Best range: 531.4 miles Current odometer: 14,954 miles. The i3 barely climbs out of Los Angeles. I made it home on electricity, but 'only' had 13 miles left. Some of the items are deal-breakers (labeled DB) on their own. Chevy has a recent habit of assigning unconventional functions to steering wheel paddles. A dead 12-volt battery left us hanging for the third time during our test, though we eventually limped it to the dealer for replacement. And I drove 27.4 miles on Sunday before recharging it with 29 miles remaining. It's not a perfect system since it means diligently (and accurately) recording the battery-gasoline switchover point when applicable, plus other factors. Anyway, this is one isolated leg. Doesn't matter if you were on FM or XM, you're now listening to your phone's music. We're still gathering drive data on our 2016 Chevrolet Volt to compile meaningful numbers on our EV range and gas-engine mpg. are always available at the top of the screen. The unfortunate result of accumulating so many miles was that almost all of our time was on the freeway. The subsequent trip home was 50.3 miles long because of a side trip, but I rolled into my driveway with nine miles in reserve anyway. But for now, I'm the champ and know exactly what to do (fewer burnouts, no coffee stops, ditch the highway section) to get 80. I kept waiting for the 2016 Volt to stop feeling energetic once the battery was depleted, but it had no trouble whisking three men and their golf clubs up and over a number of mountain passes Mountain Mode not required. Pros: Free scheduled maintenance. That amounts to a projected range of 59 miles. Ed Hellwig, Executive Editor, MPG "I took possession of the Volt with 286 miles on the trip meter and the onboard calculator showing fuel consumption at more than 250 mpg, the highest number the calculator displays. The best fill mpg and best electric range remain unchanged. And then I caught a red light. Let me start by immediately walking that assertion back. In fairness, this hiccup might be an Apple issue and not a Volt issue." Since split-folding second and third-row seats come standard, it's easy to take full advantage of the Chevy Suburban cargo space when you're out and about in Sicklerville . For the past five days it was my daily commuter. Hatch? But at least it could be patched. Nor is the Volt spewing undesirable pollution out its tailpipe under electric power. Maintenance and Upkeep A tire patch set us back $20. The Society of Automotive Engineers standardized the plug some years back. Instruments and controls are easy to use, much improved over the previous generation of the Volt. I'd like to see other manufacturers go hard at the Volt with comparable capabilities and sexier designs. You'll need to apply a good amount of force to attach the anchor. January was a quiet month for our 2016 Chevrolet Volt. The Chevy Bolt is the pricier of the two models, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $36,500 for the base model and $41,700 for Premier trim. For me, in a comfortable seating position (I'm 5'9"), it's a windshield-and-up view of cars in the rearview mirror. The new batteries have more power than the old Volt, but they also get more help from the new internal combustion engine. As always, tracking fuel economy on a plug-in hybrid such as the Volt is not straightforward. But one thing I quickly learned was to not press the accelerator too excitedly from a dead stop lest I squeal the tires. It stayed around Los Angeles, mostly running on electricity only, until I took it over the Thanksgiving break. The lower anchors are recessed deep into the seat. This on a car rated at 53 miles of electric range." But a workaround, as Cameron touched on a few months ago, is to use the Volt's "Low" driving mode. The issue with the regenerative braking paddle is that it's an on/off switch, with no ability to vary the level of regen you dial in. The touchscreen interface is easy to use, and most driver safety aids are either standard or optional." Seriously. By the time I filled up with gas, the Volt's displayed average was around 95 mpg. But the system works beautifully." As I'm driving around, I'd like to get as much electric range as possible, but using the existing paddle exclusively creates a lot of clumsy decelerations. That's why the Volt is so exciting. Doesn't matter if you were on FM or XM, you're now listening to your phone's music. Not surprisingly, when I started it up, the automatic climate control went into full-power mode to try to cool things down. If you don't think General Motors has cutting-edge technology, you haven't been paying attention. The backseat makes sense. I've spent most of the week in the car, charging when I reach the office, and I've yet to hear the engine start. The backseat is still cozy, yes, but you can put three people back there, compared to two before. The third was for an out-of-spec fuel feed pipe crimp, but no leaks were found, and the part's build date determined that no further action was required. The front of the cabin is spacious though, and the ergonomics intuitive and practical; the driving position is optimal with all controls in easy reach and the driver's sightlines clear for good outward visibility. Slightly more accurately, it is indicative of Volt depleted of its battery capacity achieved by plugging it in. It's not that kind of car. Will the luggage fit? I would look forward to visiting them again." Per U.S . It's honestly a bit of a juggle, but it's also rather involving, curiously enjoyable and nice in traffic since it cuts down on the need to constantly pivot my foot back and forth. Heck, it's not even a Miata. On the downside, there is still a fair amount of hard plastic inside, detracting somewhat from the interior's otherwise excellent fit and finish." What was the damage after all this? It was a genuinely pleasant experience. Now I need some rest." I paged through the owner's manual and read that the paddle activates the "Regen on Demand" feature. The engine is quiet, too (unless you've got the gas pedal pinned). This thing is so long and heavy that, once opened, it's pretty darn hard to close it. Advanced safety features, including automatic emergency braking, became available with the new generation. I still buy compact discs. Leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are available. That's, three! "That's four, four ways to brake! The trunk offered few solutions for repair. As always, tracking fuel economy on a plug-in hybrid such as the Volt is not straightforward. --, "When running on electric power alone, the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is uncannily quiet. I've gone as far as 70 miles when traffic was just bad enough to keep my speed down below 50 mph the entire way. Still, our carpool lane-eligible plug-in continues to impress. There's a scene in the 1991 movie L.A. Story when Steve Martin's character gets in his Chrysler LeBaron to drive to his friend's house. This is commonly called regenerative braking. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? So let's factor in the rebates. I drove it around for a big chunk of the weekend with no juice left and didn't mind a bit. Its handle is 71 inches up. (The Volt's battery pack can't actually hold 31 kWh of energy, though, which correlates to its fewer than 100-mile range.). --, "When running on electric power alone, the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is uncannily quiet. Power? Adults up to 6 feet tall should be OK. Sure enough, I arrived at the office Thursday morning with nine miles remaining. After handing over the key, I was offered a complimentary ride back to my place in the dealership's Tahoe shuttle a five-mile trek through typical LA traffic. It's now easy to come to a stop smoothly every time. Though the LATCH anchors aren't the easiest to get to, the rear door opens nice and wide and the actual seat itself isn't too far back. 2) Smartphone integration. I appreciated that, too, especially since I knew they wouldn't be open again until Tuesday morning. This is a welcome improvement. Most redesigned vehicles these days are incrementally improved. If you have a long commute or don't have ready access to an electric outlet, I think it's a much better choice than its Volt sibling. You may also remember that Magrath and I got into a cut-throat maximum range competition. Native navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported as before. Call 866-578-5271 Directions. But Chevy has gotten it right with the new Volt. 'Did it without breaking a sweat,' you might say." Dealerships catch a lot of online flak for their service operations, but I got nothing but good vibes from the folks at Hooman. We knew the oil change and tire rotation would be covered gratis by Chevy's Complete Care maintenance plan, but there were also a few open recalls to attend to. Looks more normal than the original Volt. Plus, this more humble persona also fits the way the Volt drives. Come to Copeland Chevrolet Hyannis to drive or buy this Nissan LEAF: 1N4BZ0CP8HC309643. I just leaned the front passenger seat all the way back and tucked them into the footwell. The Volt is a nice place to hear yourself think. Chevrolet lists trunk volume at 10.6 cubic feet (which isn't much; a Nissan Leaf has 24 cubic feet of trunk space with the seats still up), but when the rear seats are folded the Volt can . You hear a little thrum from the engine and maybe a small vibration, but otherwise the Volt behaves almost exactly like it does in EV mode. The 2016 Chevy Volt is available in two trim levels, LT and Premier. What you can't see is the Sharpie in my wife's hand, waiting for me to align the V-shape of the bracket with the nose of the car and fit the notches at either side up against a step in the fascia. Overall, this is a setup I, and most parents with infant seats, could live with every day. It's quiet and has just as much power as the typical family sedan. We spent most of March driving our 2016 Chevrolet Volt on gasoline. I must admit that I was startled when Siri spoke up unexpectedly, offering to read me an incoming text. --, "Every model receives a new higher definition 8.0-inch touchscreen powered by the company's latest Infotainment 3 system. Front Pedestrian Braking At speeds below 50 mph during the daytime, this feature can help you avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end collision with a pedestrian it detects directly ahead of you. The only real thing I was warned about was having to keep an eye on when the car switches over from EV to the engine; we use that number to calculate how far the Volt runs on battery-only power. I was reminded of this recently when I managed to fully deplete the batteries on the backside of a long commute. The Volt will leave the fleet soon, probably with about 22,000 miles. If you're using a station with per-hour pricing, the higher-capacity onboard chargers mean you'll pay less to charge it. 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