Plenty of range, carpool stickers and up-to-date technology that keeps you connected while on the road. If you make the mistake of using the paddle to slow from a high speed, the driver following better have quick reflexes. Traffic was pretty light, and I was able to drive normally (for So Cal), averaging around 60 mph. It was a smart move, and one that works beautifully, with a sensible layout that includes a great new touch-screen infotainment display. I'll still be walking to get my mail and riding my bike to visit neighborhood friends. As we wrote previously, you can also use the gear selector's "L" mode and the paddle on steering wheel. The front seats are fairly roomy, but the rear seats are cramped. The engine is quiet, too (unless you've got the gas pedal pinned). Naturally I fumbled with the steering wheel stalks to activate the rear wiper. It starts to be more noticeable when climbing hills or cruising the fast lane on the freeway, but it's still quieter and more subdued than some other gasoline hybrids I can think of. 1. So as you gradually become better at timing your paddle-braking pulls, expect to be putting on a few light shows for the lucky cars behind you. It feels similar to when you press the brake pedal harder in the last few feet of a regular stop. Hopefully, this Volt-full of gifts helps make one family's holiday season a bit more merry and bright. New 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer from Carr Chevrolet in Beaverton, OR, 97006. And let me tell you: When you're sitting in the cab of a tow truck plodding along through traffic to a Pep Boys, the benefits of a compact spare take far greater significance over the added trunk space and ever slight increases in fuel economy that a small air compressor and a can of goo provide. (Carlos and I will later play the "How little distance can we reasonably cover in the real world?"). For me, it's just fun to think differently about efficiency in a way that's not miles-per-gallon. I came to the same conclusion. And surprisingly, I am able to last a good two hours before my lower reaches grow tired. But when I turned off the freeway, I immediately found snow-covered roads. --, "CarPlay allows users of iPhones with Lightning connectors to access Siri: Eyes Free text-message alerts, Maps, iMessage, Apple Music, and, of course, the phone itself. With the caveat that my experience is just a small sample, I pose the following question: Would you want to buy a Volt because of this, or would you want something that stands out more? The Chevy Volt seats five and comes standard with cloth upholstery. And unfortunately, there is still no power driver seat available, which strikes me as odd given how much other equipment is available. How much more efficient can the Low/paddle two-step be? The 2017 Volt comes standard with cloth. All I can seem to find is 10.6 cubic feet for the trunk only. SiriusXM 3-month trial subscription. 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV, EUV Will Start Under $30K Range, Charging, and Battery Life All Bolt EUVs come with a 65.0-kWh battery pack that the EPA estimates will provide 247 miles of range. I paged through the owner's manual and read that the paddle activates the "Regen on Demand" feature. We wrote a check for $38,114 and the 2016 Chevrolet Volt Premier was ours. I recently had the chance to drive the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and walked away declaring it my automotive surprise of the year. Jason Kavanagh, senior road test engineer, "When I arrived, Fernando cheerfully gave me the key and had me sign an invoice for the oil change, tire rotation and three recall checks. At first, freeway survival was my sole objective. Arriving home with 20 miles made it easy to feel confident that the battery would be full enough on the slow-motion 120-volt charge to make it in the following morning. This is a welcome improvement. This speaks to how smooth the switchovers can be, in particular if they occur at slower speeds." This new camera is much sharper, which means I can actually see what's behind me." "Thanks, but I want to do it myself. Contact. The Premier ($38,345) adds leather, the ability to add navigation, front and rear heated seats, Bose audio system, heated steering wheel and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. For them the new Volt could be an EV 100 percent of the time even if they only charged at one end of their trip. Our monthly gas-only fuel economy averaged out to about 40 mpg, good enough to increase the Volt's overall gas-only economy from 37.7 to 37.8 mpg. "That's one way to brake! The main control icons (audio, phone, navigation, etc.) Both can handle tasks like finding a nearby restaurant or reading your text messages aloud. And I mean that literally because the full-width Google Maps and the audio and phone display graphics looked great. My drive is roughly 10 miles one way, but it can take 30 to 40 minutes as I navigate tight surface streets. Some of the guys have been bragging about their range accomplishments in our 2016 Chevrolet Volt test car, so I'm going to add my "win" to the mix. The 2017 Chevy Volt can seat up to five. The third was for an out-of-spec fuel feed pipe crimp, but no leaks were found, and the part's build date determined that no further action was required. Just plug in your phone using a cable and your phone's core functions plus a selection of third-party apps (that you might have on your phone) become available through the car. So that's why I didn't buy a Volt. Native navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported as before. It's capable of much more, but I got addicted to that electric torque, and electricity's cheap as hell, so who cares? Also. 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. Our 2016 Chevrolet Volt didn't see much action in June as we only logged about 700 miles. After all, the engine comes on quite frequently in non-EV operation, and that's how I've been driving it for a number of days. His slog between home and Edmunds HQ is a round trip of 120 miles to my 80. The reason for that: it's basically a 2016 Chevrolet Volt without the plug. The newest MyLink interface design is pretty similar to what existed before, but it seems to me that it's a little easier to use. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? Basically, the beltline and the decklid are both tall on this car, all the way around. Audio is delivered via a standard six-speaker setup in the LT and via an eight-speaker Bose sound system in the Premier. The angle of the rear seatbacks places the occupants' heads directly below the rear hatchback window. No big deal since Waze alerts come over the car's speakers if the phone is plugged in. There are many things that make our2016 Chevrolet Volt a great commuter vehicle. I only need to add 10 more to make it to work tomorrow on electricity. But there's also the electric motor/generator (part of the hybrid powertrain) that is used to convert some of the vehicle's forward momentum into electricity that can be used to recharge the battery pack. (The Volt's battery pack can't actually hold 31 kWh of energy, though, which correlates to its fewer than 100-mile range.). It's only when you hit a larger pothole that you feel a harsh jolt through the cabin." Having to bring your gym bag up to your desk, along with your parking pass, all your change, and whatever other miscellanea has accumulated is not. As a Volt buyer, I would gladly pay a little extra for some more advanced motor mounts to keep those vibes completely out of my space." The old saw "time is money" has never been more true. I can ignore Chevy's entertainment and nav system entirely, relying instead on Google Maps and my favorite podcasts." 1) Big screen size. The 2012 Chevy Volt's cargo space is small compared with those of other upscale midsize cars and hybrids. Seats 3 Seats fold up Can fold one or both sides up Includes child seat top tether anchor Adds cargo and passenger carrying versatility to your vehicle . Then I tried using it when the car was in motion. Aside from routine service and an errant flat tire, our Volt has trucked on with no complaints. Average lifetime gas mpg: 37.5 Best fill mpg: 45.1 EPA combined mpg rating: 42 Average electric range: 51.9 miles Best electric range: 75 miles EPA electric range rating: 53 miles Current odometer: 22,857 miles. You hear a little thrum from the engine and maybe a small vibration, but otherwise the Volt behaves almost exactly like it does in EV mode. Such charge cords are standardized, so I've been able to use it to recharge the Volt even though the cord has Fiat branding on it. Compare the Volt to our 2016 Toyota Prius here. I wonder why Chevy opted against this feature. Leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are available. Also, it can be difficult to identify some of the top tethers. My family currently includes my wife, 5-year-old son, 9-year-old daughter and 17-year-old female foreign exchange student living with us. There are several interior design elements of our second-generation 2016 Chevrolet Volt that are far more traditional than their first-generation counterparts. I find it's at a slightly awkward angle and not on the same plane as the accelerator. Feels lighter on its feet. Another issue is the dead pedal. Compared to the accelerator pedal (which you barely have to press when driving under battery power, the electric thrust is so readily available), the brake pedal requires a fair shove to slow the Volt. The Society of Automotive Engineers standardized the plug some years back. I'm glad that we avoided colors like Heather Gray Metallic or Summit White (see: gray and white). The 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV's LT trim starts at $33,995 including destination, while the Premier trim asks a respectable $38,495. I told him that he can charge it whenever is most convenient as I wasn't leaving for a few days. Normal and useful has replaced future-tech goofy. Yes, consequently it has a more versatile cargo area than a compact sedan. I also happened to be driving north on Interstate 5 approaching the Tejon Pass (the "Grapevine"), which is a mountain pass north of Los Angeles that climbs to about 4,100 feet and then eventually dumps motorists out into California's agricultural and bovine heartland. As for non-routine maintenance, we had that, too. With 70 miles on the EV odometer, the car was projecting 80 miles, but history tells me these things fall fast. 25.3 / 716. By comparison, our 2011 Volt averaged 34.2 kWh/100 miles. As the mountains loomed in the Volt's windshield, I thought to myself: "Wait, isn't there a mountain mode that you're supposed to use in this thing?" If you look at the data below, however, you'll notice that our Volt has never achieved the EPA fuel economy estimate. Other factors also come into play. But the system works beautifully." His friend lives two houses away from his. I'm not sure whether to credit the Volt for this or my own stubbornness. Mark Takahashi, Automotive Editor, MPG "I live pretty far from the office, so my M.O. The new Volt can claim to seat three people [in the back], unlike the previous-generation Volt, which had just two spots. 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 turns out this is true. When it is time to replace the battery, expect to spend anywhere from $45 - $200 depending on your exact vehicle and where you are located. Lifting off in the Volt is like lifting off in a normal car, not an EV. In a way, it's almost more like an old-school hatchback (hmm, if only we had one of those around) than the truncated wagons modern hatches have become. The first Volt used an awkward shifter that was half-buried within the dashboard. If you're using a station with per-hour pricing, the higher-capacity onboard chargers mean you'll pay less to charge it. Safety? My problem was twofold: A) I was already at the base of the mountains, and B) I was already nearly out of battery power anyway. 4) Simple menu interface. I wasn't surprised; with no traffic, I couldn't use the regenerative brakes to recharge the battery and extend the EV range. "You don't want to do that," he repeated, meaning something slightly different this time. We were unable to close the lid with two checked-size bags, though it fit other configurations without issue." These were the thoughts I was having last weekend as I drove our Volt all over Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties. I look forward to driving it again. Alas, that's how my Wednesday started with our 2016 Chevrolet Volt. 'Did it without breaking a sweat,' you might say." Now I need some rest." The subsequent trip home was 50.3 miles long because of a side trip, but I rolled into my driveway with nine miles in reserve anyway. Calvin Kim, road test editor, "Our luggage fit easily (behind the second row of seats) in multiple configurations, thanks to the largely square-shaped cargo floor. As expected, the first run was the quickest with the batteries at full charge. I can see some buyers driving it around without plugging it in. Still, in comparison, the Volt's pack consumes as much, probably more, of the rear floorboard, nearly rising up to seat level. 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. One of the great advantages of an electric car, or in this case a plug-in hybrid operating solely on electric power for some amount of miles, is how quiet it is inside and out. It's easy to miss since it's pretty quiet on the highway. The Chevy Bolt is the pricier of the two models, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $36,500 for the base model and $41,700 for Premier trim. 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. Braking: The brake pedal has a soft effort and long travel, almost SUV-like. But the Volt's mechanical improvements have rendered it less necessary, at least in my mind. --, "The seats are supportive, and the new-for-2019 power driver's seat is a helpful addition." The typical automotive touchscreens range from 4 to 8 inches in diagonal width. The backseat makes sense. Interior room? TLDR: If everyone had a Volt, I think the world would be a better place. The Volt has 10.6 cubic feet of cargo space, which is below average compared to other compact cars. Sure, a higher-power onboard charger would be far more convenient, but at least the Volt has a gasoline engine to fall back on when its juice runs out. That's why I find its climate control setup so satisfying. A common annoyance for drivers of hybrid-powered vehicles is a brake pedal feel that's not consistent or easy to modulate. On the way, the Volt made a cameo appearance at Vasquez Rocks, aka arguably the most exciting sight on the desolate stretch between Santa Clarita and Palmdale. 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. Still, the hatchback design gives you a bigger portal to load luggage compared to the typical small sedan, and the 60/40-split seatback folds down." Designed to cushion the body on impact, the mats are long, wide and not especially light. But the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is noticeably improved. What you can't see is the Sharpie in my wife's hand, waiting for me to align the V-shape of the bracket with the nose of the car and fit the notches at either side up against a step in the fascia. game and I assumed it would be with Dan Edmunds. Sure enough, there wasn't a shudder or an engine drone when the last EV mile clicked off. Available federal and state tax rebates. But it's still noticeable how the highway and engine hum is nicely damped and attenuated in the new Volt. I default to it when I can since it suits my stop-and-go commute in city traffic perfectly. The center-stack grab handles (for lack of a better term) are particularly egregious. Dan Frio, Automotive Editor, Technology-Audio "It seems as though audio functions are inconsistent between the steering wheel controls and the on-screen 'skip' buttons. The seats throughout the cabin are, nevertheless, well-padded and contoured for decent comfort and support. 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). But after numerous commutes of at least an hour or two, these seats held up well. "Did it without breaking a sweat," you might say. There's less cargo space than in rivals. "This seems dumb. Until then we were mostly driving around in hybrids that looked like hybrids (read Toyota Prius), and the Volt seemed like a far more exciting option. --. The Volt doesn't come to a complete stop this way, though. It's not a deal-breaker, and it's certainly not as bad as in our long-term Viper, but it's something you have to keep in mind when you're changing lanes or scanning for tailgaters. Read on to see how this new generation model fares when pushed to its limits. I'm also impressed by its electric-only range. Mike Schmidt, Senior Manager, Vehicle Testing, Interior "Why, why, oh why, is there so much faux chrome (faume?) Tracking fuel economy for a plug-in hybrid such as the Volt is not straightforward. But I understand the reality of it. Oh! Driving the Volt primarily like a hybrid, running solely off the gas engine, isn't really in the spirit of the thing, but I don't have a Level 2 charger at home and I suspect the next-gen Volt would be here by the time I could replenish the battery from the garage outlet. I just didn't expect it to be so easy. There's also suitable padding on both the door and center armrests. Stylish, room for 4 adults, front passenger seat folds down for long cargo, superior Infotainment including wireless apple CarPlay and . Not so with its successor. Now, it's always easier to get better when you have some obvious flaws to begin with. "On my return trip from Corvallis, Oregon, to Los Angeles, snow was falling on Interstate 5 near Mount Shasta in Northern California. I can't live with that." Helps them consume less space in the home collection, too. The steering wheel doesn't telescope enough for my preferred arm position so I'm forced to slide the seat forward. They are surprisingly comfortable. It doesn't hurt that we also have a rubber cargo mat." Third, the run between my garage outlet and the house's electrical panel has an effect on charge time and losses. And surprisingly, I am able to last a good two hours before my lower reaches grow tired. The front of the car is out there. But kids are a different matter. With the second-row seats folded we fit all of our luggage with room to spare. The whole round trip added another 874.6 miles to the odometer with 21.957 gallons of gas poured in. But I could also envision a potential owner wanting a bit more status from his or her new plug-in hybrid. Did you think it would be made of anything else? Still, in comparison, the Volt's pack consumes as much, if not more, of the rear floorboard, nearly rising up to seat level. I arrived home with 22 miles to spare. Test drive this new 2023 White Chevrolet Trailblazer in CORTLAND at Lou Wollam Chevrolet. Where Did We Drive It? Resale and Depreciation: We purchased the Volt for $38,114 two years ago. When the screen is bigger, it allows the system's designers to make the virtual screen buttons bigger and easier to consistently press. What Kind of Fuel Economy Did It Get? Fortunately the wheel rim didn't separate from the tire, so no need to worry about scarred aluminum. I don't need to be the equivalent to a rolling neon sign blinking "I'm saving the planet!" Sales (877) 565-8162; Service & Parts (877) 493-2852; Call Us. "My driving instincts flipped back to my decades as a New Englander: making measured, smooth inputs; exploiting momentum; and knowing when to turn back. The closest ChargePoint was across the street from the mall, in a corporate parking garage. That's right: Google Maps. This mode maintains a reserve electrical charge of the high voltage battery to provide better grade climbing performance.". (DB). Service Campaigns: Recalls were resolved in a timely manner, and in our case, each was performed during routine service. Tracking true fuel economy in a plug-in hybrid is an inherently tricky task because the "crossover point" from electric to gas is what matters for the math, not the odometer reading at each fuel stop. So far it seems the Android Auto update was well worth the wait. 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." The Volt's cabin seats four and is outfitted with cloth seats; leather is an option. More strikes are supposed to happen on June 1st. Seat position up and down; Tilt seat cushion up and down; . It does have three seatbelts in the rear, but it's not a five-seater. More invisible, though. Maybe if gas was $11 per gallon or if charging took six minutes, I'd be more willing to sacrifice. When the 2016 Chevrolet Volt was first introduced to the media, its 8-inch MyLink touchscreen audio system was touted as being able to support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Doesn't matter if you were on FM or XM, you're now listening to your phone's music. That's one more than the Toyota Prius Prime can handle, but it's on par with the Chevrolet Bolt. But a workaround, as Cameron touched on a few months ago, is to use the Volt's "Low" driving mode. Nor is the Volt spewing undesirable pollution out its tailpipe under electric power. The rear middle seat has virtually no legroom because of how far back the center console extends, so the middle rear-seat passenger must straddle the console. This likely plays a role in how my friend tops up his battery every night. None of them has been positive. Acquire the best quality Pre-owned Chevrolet Vehicles in our online Used Car Inventory, then visit us in our Radcliff, KY Dealership for a test drive! Fernando called around 3 p.m. to say that the Volt was ready to go, but for various reasons (primarily lethargy), I didn't get off the couch until right before the service department closed at 5 p.m. Google Maps said I'd be there at 5:08. "I'm here to get the pop-rivets and screws that were supposed to come with the bracket," I continued. Urban fuel consumption and thus pollution would plummet. Short people will clearly have a difficult time reaching the hatch when it's open. I haven't experienced this feature before in any other vehicle, though I suspect the Volt isn't the first to employ it. There's no way to turn this off. I called Fernando to apologize and ask if that could work on his end. With a depleted battery, the Volt relies on its 1.5-liter engine for power almost all the time. 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. However, back seats are cramped, especially when compared to the Bolt. This cocoon of silence is also something that could possibly drive you mad. On paper, it's perfect for me. No. Where Did We Drive It? No use uncoiling a second cord if you don't have to, right?" I began my Volt experience by running up an indicated 37.4 all-electric miles around the city, at which point the gasoline engine kicked in. Sometimes you need a little more room for your cargo. But given the not-insubstantial sticker price, I'm dissatisfied with the Volt's interior. I don't want a car to do that to me. Brent Romans, "Then there is the driver's seat itself. Contact us online or call for more information. The 2017 Chevrolet Volt has 10.6 ft3 of trunk space. Save time and money by getting online help from a The Volt isn't wide enough to support useful three-across seating, and the big center console and hump (underneath is the Volt's battery pack) takes away vital space for the center person's feet. Skip to Main Content. But Majoros said Chevrolet has pent-up demand for the Bolt. Don't forget that the Volt spends a lot of time in notorious L.A. traffic, which is worse than the city driving pattern used by the EPA.". Can you see if you have the parts?". Maybe our Volt's interior would look better with the Premier trim's optional two-tone color scheme (you can see what it looks like with Chevy's consumer site configurator), but you'd still have the sprinkling of chrome trim bits, which do little other than reflect sunlight and cause driver distraction. A dead 12-volt battery left us hanging for the third time during our test, though we eventually limped it to the dealer for replacement. During. 54.4 / 1,540. I've also been keeping an eye on what is effectively the Volt's in-car "fuel economy" gauge for electric drive. There are two full sets of anchors on the outboard rear seats, and there's a single top tether anchor for the middle seat. Even so, it's been spending more and more time parked at our office at night. It was enough to inch our average gas mpg higher by one-tenth and average electric range by five-tenths of a mile. Smooth, too. Shocker: no CD player. Adults up to 6 feet tall should be OK. "Inside, liberal use of crease-free swaths of hard plastic means the cabin looks better than it feels -- a strong indicator that most of the car's window sticker comes from the guts, not the skin." Upon turning the wheel, I felt the telltale shudder. The bottom is flat and the contours of its back arch in the opposite direction of the contours of my back. It swings way too far upward, to the point where I actually reached my body's stretch limit trying to get the handle. New 2023 Chevrolet Suburban from Antwerpen Chevrolet in Eldersburg, MD, 21784. Call (904) 387-6541 for more information. Chevrolet sells the 2016 Volt as a five-seater. Pretty remarkable stuff, especially compared to the noisy range-extender engine in the BMW i3." Give us a call at (866) 610-3718 or visit us to test drive this GMC Sierra 1500 today. The trunk offered few solutions for repair. They are in plain sight, right next to the USB ports, and their edges are rough and unfinished. But here's what we've observed so far: Average lifetime gas mpg: 37.4 Best fill mpg: 45.1 EPA combined mpg rating: 42 Average electric range: 51.4 miles Best electric range: 75 miles EPA electric range rating: 53 miles Current odometer: 21,828 miles, Performance "The Volt has this odd behavior when it's driving on the gas engine after the battery has been depleted. 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