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2012 Chevrolet Volt

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Chevrolet Volt highlights

Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5

RepairPal reliability rating

4.5 out of 5

Battery range (EPA estimate)

35 miles

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  • Volt trims have been upgraded with Smart Key as standard equipment this year.

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Base 2WD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Smart Key

Drive type

2WD

Engine size

1.4L

Engine type

Plug-in Hybrid

Fuel capacity

9.3

Wheelbase

105.7"

Overall length

177.1"

Width

70.4"

Height

56.6"

Leg room

F 42.1"/R 34.1"

Head room

F 37.8"/R 36"

Front tires

P215/55R17

Rear tires

P215/55R17

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.8 out of 5

71 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
1
2
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Volt an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chevrolet Volt 4th out of 4 among Alternative Fuel Vehicles.

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