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2017 Chevrolet Volt review

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Pros

  • Brisk acceleration
  • Brilliant MPG
  • Heavy on tech features

Cons

  • Cramped rear seats
  • Low cargo volume
  • Long recharge time on household 120V

Battery range (EPA estimate)

53 miles

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The popular pre-EV game-changer

Not everyone is ready for a battery-electric vehicle, and that’s okay. Hybrid cars can be the ideal “sandbox,” testing if the new tech is right for you. The 2017 Chevrolet Volt can be thought of as an EV since a pair of electric motors drive the front wheels. The gas engine under the hood is a range extender, powering up the battery as needed. This means the Volt can use zero gas during an average commute, and drive coast-to-coast without having to search for a charger. With fun driving dynamics, good looks, and cool tech, there’s a lot you’ll love about the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. 

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What is new for the 2017 Chevrolet Volt?

  • Volt trims have been upgraded with Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
  • Rear Sunshade and Automated Cruise Control features are now available as options on select trims.

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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Chevrolet Volt

1. Quick around town 

The onboard 1.5L engine and two electric motors are tuned to work together, even during hard acceleration. If you’ve got a short on-ramp ahead, the 2016 Chevrolet Volt can sprint zero to 60 in as little as 7.1 seconds when new. From highway passing power to pulling away from a stoplight, the Volt delivers satisfying performance. 

2. Charge at home 

Skip the smelly gas station that is out of the way of your destination and refuel at home. Simply plug the Chevrolet Volt into any standard 120V electrical outlet, and it will completely refill from empty while you sleep. If you have a 240V outlet (like an electric dryer) available, you can recharge in just four hours.  

3. Road trip hero 

Road trips are no stress with the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. No unreliable apps, malfunctioning fast chargers, or waiting for your turn. Just go to any gas station and fill up on the cheap low-octane. Filling the 8.9-gallon fuel tank won’t hurt your wallet, and a gas-only EPA-estimated 42 MPG combined means a long time until your next stop.  

4. High tech 

If the latest technology is your must-have, the 2017 Chevrolet Volt delivers. The standard eight-inch touchscreen is bright with high-definition and with standard navigation on the Premier trim. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard and sound great through the Bose® audio system that's also standard with Premier. New for 2017 are optional adaptive cruise control and an updated automatic emergency braking driver assistance tech. 

5. Trims to customize 

Unlike the first generation Volt (2011-2015) which offered a single trim and everything optional, the 2017 Chevrolet Volt has two trims with more standard features. LT trim is the fairly loaded base model, with 17-inch painted wheels, a backup camera, remote start, ambient lighting, and 4G LTE WiFi with subscription.

  Premier builds on the LT but adds 17-inch machined wheels, heated seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, wireless charging, and more. These simplified trim levels make it easier to find your perfect Chevrolet Volt.  

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

34 customer reviews
The 2017 Chevrolet Volt is a car that can travel 50 miles on electric on a full charge. It also has a gas engine to recharge the batteries for peace of mind driving up to 400+ miles on one tank/charge. The Volt is a perfect "first" electric car for someone looking to try out electric.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Volt an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Chevrolet Volt 6th out of 6 among Alternative Fuel Vehicles.

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Chevrolet Volt features and specs

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Standard Features

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

Optional Features

  • BOSE Sound System
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Rear Sunshade

Drive Wheels

Front wheel drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.5L

Horsepower

149

Torque (ft-lbs)

294

Engine type

Plug-in Hybrid

Fuel capacity

8.9

Wheelbase

106.1"

Overall length

180.4"

Width

71.2"

Height

56.4"

Leg room

F 42.1"/R 34.7"

Head room

F 37.8"/R 35.8"

Front tires

P215/50R17

Rear tires

P215/50R17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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