Seating is comfortable and spacious in the front seats, but rear-seat passengers will feel the squeeze. The 2015 Chevrolet Volt has 10.6 ft3 of trunk space. It's pretty easy to imagine other people dismissing it as some sort of Chevy Cruze hatchback, or a Honda or Kia. I would look forward to visiting them again. Why can't you just use the regular brake pedal?". Further options include $495 for navigation, $395 for the Kinetic Blue paint, $225 for the illuminated charge port, $110 for an all-weather cargo mat and $60 for a cargo net because the Volt still doesn't have a real cargo cover. At least the 2011 model was realistic about it. Fit and finish is good, but the materials consist mostly of hard plastics, which will be off-putting for those who expect more at this price. 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. It's also best going from brake to throttle with no pedal overlap in between (power braking). When it fired up you couldn't help but notice the added racket. The entire month was largely drama-free, except for a flat tire incurred by Senior Writer Carlos Lago. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? I'm not a fan of the regular 500's engine and transmission, but that stuff gets magically wiped away when they build a 500e, leaving behind a torquey, cute-as-anything pocket rocket with an ultra-low center of gravity. Funny: I hadn't read any such press release. That works out to 29.7 kWh per 100 miles. I find it's at a slightly awkward angle and not on the same plane as the accelerator. A second flat called for a second tow, stranding us again. 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. I immediately plugged in my new Galaxy S7, but it didn't seem to work. After five minutes I was in business and on the road, where the system worked beautifully. I have almost a year to find out. Or, put in the way we would ask a friend about his or her regular new car: what kind of mpg is it getting? It's not silent in that "quiet like a vault" way that auto-journos like to use when describing large German sedans. It took about four hours to fully charge. Cars for Sale; Research . Call (503) 567-1218 for more information. The main control icons (audio, phone, navigation, etc.) Dan Frio, staff writer, "Why, why, oh why, is there so much faux chrome (faume?) The Chevy Volt seats five and comes standard with cloth upholstery. Other enhancements include improved active-safety features and more interior options." It only slows to creep speed (like you get with a regular car with an automatic transmission). VIN: 3GNKBERS8NS175978 . It's easy to forget that our 2016 Chevrolet Volt is a hybrid. The Nissan LEAF has a starting price of $31,670, with the Nissan LEAF Plus starting at $38,270. That's one more than the Toyota Prius Prime can handle, but it's on par with the Chevrolet Bolt. Or I do, at least. No use uncoiling a second cord if you don't have to, right?" If you look at the data below, however, you'll notice that our Volt has never achieved the EPA fuel economy estimate. New 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer from DEL CHEVROLET, INC. in PAOLI, PA, 19301. Compared to other hybrids, the Volt fares pretty well. Chevrolet sells the 2016 Volt as a five-seater. So for the sake of standardization we used the same blue carry-on bag size (21 x15x10 inches) and red checked bag size (30x20x13 inches). Here, the designers made it easy. In keeping with the fast-talking, Vegas hustler theme, I'll present my impressions in rapid-fire fashion. All 2016 Volts start with the second-generation Voltec powertrain. Use our tools to calculate monthly payments or figure out which cars you can afford. I drove back up the driveway and surveyed the damage. The engine is quiet, too (unless you've got the gas pedal pinned). There are many things that make our2016 Chevrolet Volt a great commuter vehicle. I've only tinkered with CarPlay on our Volt, but it's pleasingly easy to get up and running. I left L.A. in the morning, but not early enough to beat traffic. 7: The front air dam scrapes over EVERYTHING. Although when I headed out for a drive the next day, the meter showed just 3 miles remaining, which dropped to 2 miles almost as soon as I left the driveway. If we subtract the $7,500 federal and $1,500 California rebates from the price, our Volt cost us $29,114. Ah well, I get it. This cocoon of silence is also something that could possibly drive you mad. I texted Dan: On pace for a 75-mile run. Dan Edmunds, "The first-generation Volt was not a particularly smooth-driving car or efficient car when running on gasoline. A multi-info display between the main gauges lets you use buttons on the steering wheel to monitor speed, battery use and myriad other functions." Usually we test a vehicle's braking before diving into our acceleration runs, but we want to test battery-powered vehicles with a full charge. Most of the time I just leave it on "auto" so all I need to do is adjust the temperature. The first 49.9 miles were electric-only, once again followed by gasoline power. And it makes specific sense in a car like the Volt, with all of its future-y image and intent. But once I was in the parking lot, I peeked down and saw the prediction. In-cabin storage solutions are plentiful in the Volt, with wide door pockets fitted on every door, seatback map pockets behind both front seats, dual cupholders up front and in the rear, a small storage tray in the front center console, a compartmentalized center armrest cubby, and an average-sized glovebox. (It's way better than the grabby brakes in our long-term Tacoma, just for comparison's sake.). 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. In order of repair: Recall 38240: Confirm seat track locking pin is intact. You don't appreciate the quietness and absence of engine vibrations until you spend time with an EV. Now I need some rest." Aside from routine service and an errant flat tire, our Volt has trucked on with no complaints. Mike Schmidt got a flat tire in October last year, and we likely forgot to replace the goo. You don't have to try and cover the din of an economy car powertrain with loud music. 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. My first stop for learning more was fueleconomy.gov. Dealerships catch a lot of online flak for their service operations, but I got nothing but good vibes from the folks at Hooman. Connecting through Amsterdam Airport. We do our best to separate miles driven solely via battery power from those motivated by gasoline. You can't modulate it. Power? A few days ago, I was driving our 2016 Chevrolet Volt for the first time. The Volt is comprehensively outfitted with features that offer a decent level of comfort, convenience, and entertainment. I hadn't driven the Volt before, but Dan had and he liked it. But with our long-term Volt in my driveway, the temptation to just hop in and drive is certainly there. The i3 has a 7.4 kilowatt charger, while the Volt makes do with a 3.6 kW charger. What constitutes carry-on luggage varies depending upon who you ask. We were unable to close the lid with two checked-size bags, though it fit other configurations without issue." The Chevrolet Volt has a trunk space of 10.6 ft3. Will Kaufman, Associate Automotive Editor, "I knocked the driver's seat of the Volt for its long-distance comfort before. We simply don't need the speed (or the expense) of a 240V Level 2 home setup to top off the Fiat every night. To me, though, viewing the Volt as a normal car adds some further expectations of functionality. For one thing, since 48 miles represents about 80 percent of my one-way commute, I could spend most of my time driving to the office on electrons in the HOV lane. But there's a problem I have with it. The Volt touts a quiet cabin with a host of tech features and a good amount of space up front. But I also like how the electric future looks. But Chevy has gotten it right with the new Volt. Not to put any crazy ideas into the head of our Director of Vehicle Testing Dan Edmunds, but I'd also be interested to test if one of these braking means (or a combination of them) is more efficient than another at maintaining/recharging the battery. I was planning to take an Uber at my own expense, so that was a welcome surprise. But after numerous commutes of at least an hour or two, these seats held up well. This new Volt is a substantially better performer than our previous long-term car, though 0-60 times are not what a car like the Volt is all about. I came to the same conclusion. There's also some occasional instability under maximum braking, which resulted in some front end wiggle on a few runs. --, "Farther back, the Volt's hatchback design makes for easy loading and unloading." For this pimple to happen it would have had to been caused from inside the car, right? 2015 Chevrolet Volt (108 listings) 9 Great deals starting at $8,298. when driving the 2016 Chevrolet Volt 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. Finger swipe movements move you through optional menus and the radio presets, and pinch and spread works on the navigation map. 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. If your neighbor sees your Volt and just thinks you bought the new Civic hatchback, where's the fun? We'd never experienced anything of the sort, but the necessary reflash would only add 10 minutes to the process. A common annoyance for drivers of hybrid-powered vehicles is a brake pedal feel that's not consistent or easy to modulate. Other factors also come into play. If there was a Malibu Plug-In Hybrid, it would be a slam dunk. Where Did We Drive It? Resale and Depreciation: We purchased the Volt for $38,114 two years ago. Drive our 2016 Chevrolet Volt and take full advantage of its single-occupant HOV lane access stickers. And that's where we are today. But that doesn't diminish all the good that the 2016 Volt represents. Feels lighter on its feet. As usual, our plug-in hybrid was used primarily for around-town duties, whether it was solo commuting in the carpool lane or, in my case, traveling at normal highway speeds on Interstate 10 through downtown L.A. (traffic is totally clear at 10 p.m.). I just leaned the front passenger seat all the way back and tucked them into the footwell. I went back and looked at our reporting on our 2011 Volt and discovered James' update about running low on power after encountering hilly terrain. Cons: Lacked long-distance seat comfort. And so would go the Count's review of the 2016 Chevrolet Volt. This was based on recollections of our previous long-term 2011 Volt. Access to our long-term fleet is usually awesome, but once in a while it just gets tiring. Interior dimensions with the second-row seatbacks in place measured approximately 29 inches deep by 38 inches wide at the wheelwells. 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. Caroline Pardilla, copy editor, Cargo Space "Hi, I'm Mike's back. I still buy compact discs. --, "Front seat comfort is fine, but the lack of a power-adjustable driver seat and a cramped backseat that lacks both headroom and legroom is a drawback, especially for a car in this price range. The 2017 Volt showcases an easy-to-use touch screen. It is a system easily sabotaged by simple oversights. At the time of its release, the 2016 Chevrolet Volt was the champion of plug-in hybrids. The 8-inch MyLink infotainment display gets the latest generation of Chevrolet's tech, which is also quite good." Steering feel is almost completely numb and a floaty suspension wouldn't be very confidence-inspiring driving at speed Jonathan Elfalan. A more questionable aspect, however, is headroom. On the downside, there is still a fair amount of hard plastic inside, detracting somewhat from the interior's otherwise excellent fit and finish." That's right: Google Maps. "Bring it around and we'll put it on for you. Its gas engine runs in the dim background to the point where it feels little different than all-electric mode when cruising at moderate speeds or nosing around the city. "You're the first person who's wanted to do that," he said. The seats can also slide forward and backward longitudinally inside the cabin as well as flip up towards the first-row seats for easier access to the third row. If the Volt had a compact spare, I'd have infinitely more flexibility in repairing the flat. And then Dan got 70 miles and I had to beat it. I'd been warned that it might take two hours or so, even though everything I'd read suggested it was a 30-minute job. With the trip odometer at 0.4, I began my 37-mile drive home. On more than one occasion, I had to slam the brakes to get it to stop where I wanted." Dealerships catch a lot of online flak for their service operations, but I got nothing but good vibes from the folks at Hooman. The previous generation Volt had an EPA-estimated range of 38 miles; the new model can go 53 miles typically before switching on its gas engine/generator (and we've already exceeded that easily a few times). It's supposed because there's no way you can fit three adults in back. The e-Golf SE's DC Fast Charging package (standard on the SEL) includes a 7.2 kW charger that reduces charging time to about four hours. I shouldn't have been. There was no real engine racket or lack of oomph. Still, big picture, the 2016 Volt is roomy and comfortable enough for typical multiple-passenger trips, such as driving your kids to school or going out with a couple friends for lunch or dinner. It turns out this is true. No big deal since Waze alerts come over the car's speakers if the phone is plugged in. I even pointed out my awesomeness to my wife while we were out on a drive. There are two sets of LATCH car-seat connectors on the Volts rear outboard seats, along with an upper tether on the middle seat. Upon turning the wheel, I felt the telltale shudder. I needed to pick up some practice mats for martial arts, specifically the thick tatami (woven straw) mats used in judo. Center console? It did a nice job of preserving an EV-like feel and had enough power to climb hills and reach highway speeds. That paddle isn't for manual downshifts, nor is it for audio control. The 2022 Chevy Suburban SUV is the leader in cargo space with a maximum limit of 144.7 cubic feet. A perfect example is the center console. It's a weird little glitch." Maintenance and Upkeep The Volt went to the dealer this month for routine service and a trio of recalls. Constantly switching back to XM after every Waze alert grew particularly aggravating on my long trip. Alas the tire couldn't have been flatter unless it was two-dimensional. The unfortunate result of accumulating so many miles was that almost all of our time was on the freeway. Seat position up and down; Tilt seat cushion up and down; . From the way it accelerates, brakes and goes around turns, it's a lot like driving a regular car. I could do without the silly, zoomy jet-whine noise at startup. But only a sliver of my 600-mile weekend was fully electric. However, back seats are cramped, especially when compared to the Bolt. A power-closing feature is necessary here." We've loaded plenty of gear into it before. Our 2011 Volt depreciated just 14 percent, although it had half as many miles at the time of sale. I did this a couple times before I got the hang of it and felt so embarrassed." This particular issue crops up because a hybrid vehicle can utilize two different systems to help slow the car down. It's been over a year and a half since we bought our long-term 2016 Chevrolet Volt, well over our usual yearlong testing period. Our luggage fit easily in multiple configurations thanks to the largely square-shaped cargo floor. Having a clean car every night is great. The 2016 Chevrolet Volt comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen interface. For its part, the graphics and color palette of the instrument cluster have been altered to match the central touchscreen." Why unwind the Volt's Level 1 cord when my daughter's Fiat cord is already plugged in and ready to go? 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. The brake feel, while still hybrid-y, is more natural than the outgoing car's. That's one more than the Toyota Prius Prime can handle, but it's on par with the Chevrolet Bolt. For me, it's just fun to think differently about efficiency in a way that's not miles-per-gallon. I showed up at 11 a.m. and the place was humming, but he assured me that they could fit the Volt in before the end of the day. Head and legroom up front are suitable and the level of steering and seat adjustability sufficient for most physiques to find an optimal driving position. Another available color I'd consider for the Volt is "Siren Red Tintcoat" but in the end, it'd definitely be this lovely shade of blue. Dan Frio, Automotive Editor, Cargo "I picked up two sheets of 3-by-5-foot cement backer board for a home bathroom remodel. Sizeable roof pillars hamper rearward vision as well. The 2014 Chevrolet Volt has 10.6 ft3 of trunk space. This would (or should) be enough time to fully recharge the Volt's depleted battery. 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 features include a wireless device charger, a Bose eight-speaker audio system, navigation, and automatic parking assist. Safety? The difference is all in the capacity of the onboard charger. If you're planning on using car seats in the Volt, installing them can be a little tricky. And unfortunately, there is still no power driver seat available, which strikes me as odd given how much other equipment is available. Like it or not, it's done. It's a regenerative brake controller. Further, the trouble with the paddle is that a brake pedal has many degrees of modulation and your foot is really good at using it. Brent Romans, "Then there is the driver's seat itself. 2023 Copyright: AutoPadre.com, Workhorse Media LLC. But the Volt's mechanical improvements have rendered it less necessary, at least in my mind. And surprisingly, I am able to last a good two hours before my lower reaches grow tired. All of those miles-driven and miles-remaining combinations added up to 53 miles or more, by the way. What this means is, I can use the Fiat 500e Level 1 cord to recharge the Volt. With the fans on full blast, there was a rush of white noise throughout the cabin. 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. The backseat only held two adults. Unlike with a traditional gasoline-powered car, you're not losing all that potential energy due to heat loss (the heat generated by the burning of the gasoline). It's the design of the cargo area. The rear seats dont have much room, especially compared with some class rivals. --, "The rest of the cockpit has its share of plain black plastic but is laid out with pleasing hints at pseudo-grandeur." Fifty-three miles of rated range really changes the game, and it doesn't take a lot of effort to coax it to go even farther. Call it evolution, or the simple realization that the original Volt's cabin had a few features that weren't very practical. As with CarPlay, pressing and holding the voice control button bypasses the GM voicemail and jumps to Android voice commands, which understand natural language amazingly well." Adults up to 6 feet tall should be OK. Our 2016 Chevrolet Volt started November strong, with most of the drivers only tapping into the gasoline engine for 20 to 30 miles at a time before plugging into a charging station. With either trim of the Volt, you qualify for up to a $7,500 federal tax break. It's more comfortable, better equipped (power driver seat! I try wrestling the manual seat-bottom adjuster fore and aft. It's played for comedic effect, yet I've seen a neighbor of mine do essentially the same thing to get her mail from the communal mailbox just a few houses away. The Volt automatically applies plenty of regenerative braking all on its own. 105 E Rt 130 S, Burlington, NJ 08016 Open Today Sales: 9 AM-7 PM. I find the 2016 Chevrolet Volt's driver seat is mounted too high, or rather, I can't crank the rear portion of the seat bottom down enough using the manual height adjustment. Carlos Lago, Miscellaneous "The only downside is the smell. In four days I covered just over 600 miles and spent more than 15 hours behind the wheel. There's a ton more front/rear space than I expected, and my front passenger had plenty of space. My solution? With the key to our new 2016 Chevrolet Volt in my pocket, I headed out to the garage to take a good look at the Chevy's cargo capacity. It's awesome. As Mr. Elfalan said, the Volt has a regen paddle instead of an aggressive regen system built into the brake pedal itself. I may also suffer from a mild level of OCD, so perhaps I'm in the minority. Certified. For logistical reasons, I wasn't able to recharge our Volt's battery pack for a few days. All-electric range? Keep in mind that the Leaf and e-Golf offer more powerful chargers in upper trim levels that significantly reduce charging times. Follow along on our Long Term Road Test page to find out if this Volt delivers on the promise of the plug-in hybrid. As we can see, the 2023 model-year Chevy utility vehicle with the most available cargo space is the Chevy Suburban, which offers a maximum of 144.7 cubic feet of room . These hooks just push into the trim and turn, but that turn requires more force than my fingers could apply. Stylish, room for 4 adults, front passenger seat folds down for long cargo, superior Infotainment including wireless apple CarPlay and . 1) Big screen size. The first recall was for the lockset pins in the front seat tracks, but the technician had inspected our pins and found them to be just fine. It's the steering wheel paddle on the left, and its reason for existence is questionable at best. Not so with the Volt. It was also worth the price, which was a warranty job that cost zero, zilch, nada. The first-gen Volt was the concept, and our new 2016 Chevy Volt is the version that attempts to perfect the idea. At least the hatch is large." But the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is noticeably improved. Yet we still managed to set new lifetime marks in average mpg and average electric range. And on longer grades, when electric boost is sapped and the engine kicks in to supply power, it falls flat at about 69 mph This doesn't seem to be quick enough for many. Call (435) 487-9310 for more information. In general, it's a far more refined hybrid system than those of its competitors. A Volt-owning friend does this, plugging his car into a 120-volt outlet via extension cord at around 7 p.m. Again, lower is better. 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. It still has enough unique touches to make it different, yet it doesn't feel like it's trying too hard. Even in front, however, you can lose pedestrians and even other vehicles in the Volt's large A-pillars." It is hard to turn down the lure of HOV-lane stickers when you live over 40 miles, or up to two hours, from the office. Either way, I like the interior of this Volt much better. Comments Acceleration: (Electric-only mode) Accelerator response is immediate with nice amount of torque right off the line. Oh well. As always, tracking fuel economy on a plug-in hybrid such as the Volt is not straightforward. There's more legroom than I would have thought, and an elevated seating position provides some useful thigh support. Occupants in the cabin are in for a pleasant experience as the Volt has been well assembled and feels surprisingly plush. January was a quiet month for our 2016 Chevrolet Volt. When we decibel-tested our former first-generation long-term 2011 Volt, it generated 64.5 dB at a 70 mph cruise and 47.9 at idle. There's also suitable padding on both the door and center armrests. But overall, the efficiencies of electric power are pretty obvious . All of the money spent on the Volt went to the powertrain and chroming some interior bits. Brent Romans, "Related to my previous entry about our Volt being easy to drive, I should add that saying the Volt is fun doesn't necessarily mean it's sporty to drive. The Volt seats five people in two rows, but the middle seat is barely useable. It's now easy to come to a stop smoothly every time. Good punch off the line. That would prove to be important in the coming week. It cost about $1.25 for 80 minutes on the charge and 10-ish miles of range. Rather than cruising on throttle lift-off like in a normal car in "D," the Volt exhibits the regenerative braking feeling we've all come to know and love in hybrid and electric vehicles. It's a little distracting, even a little unsettling and maybe nothing to worry about. In that instance, there is still battery power left, but that is replenished by the regenerative brakes and the engine. But here's what we've observed so far: Average lifetime mpg: 37.2 mpg Best fill mpg: 45.1 mpg EPA combined mpg rating: 42 miles, Average electric range: 52.8 miles Best electric range: 75.0 miles EPA electric range rating: 53 miles, Best range between gasoline fills (electric fills + gasoline): 681 miles Current odometer: 19,377 miles. For example, the Leaf SV and SL have a 6.6 kW onboard charger that cuts the charging time to five hours despite also having a larger battery pack with greater range. ", This time he was wrong. Yes, it's a plug-in hybrid with more than 50 miles of all-electric range, but you can also just drive it like a regular car and not give a second thought to the electrical wizardry happening underneath. The 18.4-kWh battery pack allowed for more range, and the 1.5-liter engine generated 17 horsepower more than the outgoing four-cylinder while improving efficiency to 42 mpg.
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