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2012 Chevrolet Volt

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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

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • 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 Wheels

Front wheel drive (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

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.8 out of 5

70 customer reviews
Based on customer reviews, the 2012 Chevrolet Volt is a car that has a lot of personality and pep. It has smooth handling, has good acceleration, and is comfortable to drive.

RepairPal reliability rating

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2006-2020 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of 09/21/2022. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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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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