Chevrolet

Chevrolet Volt

Price $36,895
Fuel consumption 5.9 – 6.7 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 68%(view ratings)
The front-wheel-drive electric-powered Volt, with a range extending gasoline generator set, enters 2014 unchanged. The thermal engine, a 1.4L four-cylinder, produces 84 horsepower and the electric motor develops 149 horsepower and 273 lbs.-ft. of torque. A combination providing lively and instantaneous acceleration, reasonable fuel economy and adequate electric autonomy. Replenishing electrons requires approximately four hours at 220 volts.

Chevrolet Volt

Pricing
MSRP CA$36,895
Fees CA$1,600
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$694/month
Powertrain
Combined power N/A
Combined torque N/A
Engine 1,4 l I-4
Power 63 hp @ 4,800 rpm (47 kW)
Torque N/A (N/A)
Induction Atmospheric
Fuel type Premium
Engine Electric
Power 149 hp (111 kW)
Torque 273 lb·ft (370 N·m)
Transmission CVT
Drivetrain FWD
Hybrid / Electric
Battery type Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Energy 16.5 kWh
Voltage N/A
Charging times
  • 120V: 13.0 h
  • 240V: 4.0 h
  • 400V: N/A
Cooling Liquid
Drivetrain structure N/A
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type Hatchback
Category Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid
Assembly N/A
Generation 1
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 6.7 L/100km
Highway 5.9 L/100km
Combined 6.4 L/100km (2.4 Lₑ/100km)
Autonomy 546 km
Electric autonomy 61 km
CO₂ emissions 45 g/km
Equipment
Smart key standard
Lane departure warning optional
Remote engine start standard
GPS optional
Infotainment
Auxiliary audio input standard
CD player standard
Apple CarPlay compatible not available
Android Auto compatible not available
Bluetooth audio standard
Premium audio system optional
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electrical variable assist
Turning diameter 11 m (36′)
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P215/55R17
Rear tires P215/55R17
Safety
Seat belts 4
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,498 mm (177″)
Width 1,787 mm (70″)
Height 1,439 mm (57″)
Wheelbase 2,685 mm (106″)
Front track 1,554 mm (61″)
Rear track 1,577 mm (62″)
Weight 1,715 kg (3,781 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 4
Trunk 300 l
Fuel tank 35 l (8 gal)
Towing capacity N/A
Performance
0-100 km/h 10.0 s
80-120 km/h 7.8 s
Top speed 160 km/h (99 mph)
Braking distance 44 m
Warranty
Base warranty 3 years/60,000 km
Powertrain warranty 5 years/160,000 km
The Car Guide rating
Driving 8/10
Safety 7/10
Interior 6/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 5/10
Comfort 7/10
Average 68%(view ratings)