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EV is the future , 07/02/2020
updated 01/06/2023
2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 4dr Hatchback (gas/electric hybrid DD)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Update 01/06/23 Unfortunately due to a recent accident, my Volt was totaled a couple months ago; 3 months short of being paid off. At 50k miles this was one of the best cars I’ve ever owned. It was primarily driven as an EV 80% of total miles. The only cost associated with this car was oil changes once a year, tire rotation twice a year and the occasional 3-4 gallons of gas every 3 months. Once prices go back down, I would definitely buy one again as a back up to my new EV; 2021 M3P. You can’t go wrong with a Volt, I’m just sad to know Chevy decided against continuing to produce this car. I’ve now owned my 2018 Volt LT for just over 2 weeks now. My daily work commute consists of 58 miles round trip. To date I’ve driven 600 miles after purchase and I have yet to use 1 gallon of gas. I charge daily as my EV range is only 62 miles although I’ve driven up to 70 miles on EV alone. I own an EVSE level 2 charger at 220V, it usually takes about 4 hrs as I didn’t realize I didn’t have the 7.2kW on board charger. and instead I have a 3.2kW on board charger. Pay the extra money for the 7.2kW. The cost to charge from 0-61 miles is usually around $1.50-$2. Although this Volt only has a 9 gallon gasoline tank most folks probably won’t fill up often unless traveling more that 350 miles on a given trip. You should expect around 40+ miles per gallon of gasoline. The only down side to this car is the cheap hard plastic used in this car, I’m not sure if this is common with all Chevy vehicles but it sucks and a far departure from my previous VW E golf SEL and my 2015 Hybrid Accord EX-L. I also don’t like the leatherette material used in this car which doesn’t compare to either of the previously mention cars. I will say this Hybrid works on a completely different concept that my previous Hybrid Accord and more like the Prius Prime; Plug in, 2014 Hybrid Accord; Plug in and the all new Honda Clarity. All use electric first then gasoline beyond the EV range. PHEV is where it’s at until EV’s get better range (greater than 350miles per charge) and still cost effective. My dream car is the Tesla S but that will have to wait for now.
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Joe from Omaha, 06/26/2019
2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 4dr Hatchback (gas/electric hybrid DD)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 2016 through 2019 are virtually identical. The 2019 does have an option (on LT trim level - included in Premium trim level) to have a faster 7.2 KW on-board charger, an improvement from the normal 3.6 KW charger. It really won't matter too often unless you drive more than 50 miles a day and need to "juice up" during the day to get more range. I love my Volt - I really do, but just like any vehicle, this one is built to a narrow range of missions. First, this is a 4 seat vehicle even though it has 5 sets of seatbelts. Back seats are fine for kids, but not great for adults. Acceleration is very, very good. The engine noise on electric mode is very quiet and it ain't too bad on gas. Zero range anxiety - a huge plus. Nice 8 year or 100000 mile Voltec drivetrain warranty - a true necessity. Not sure I would buy a used Volt with high mileage because repairs can be very expensive. True 50+ mile range in summer and 40+ mile range in winter due to the resistance heating elements used in winter. I will say that this car warms up very fast in winter - you will feel the heat before you reach the end of your driveway! Gas mileage on the interstate is around 45 mpg if cruising at 65 MPH and probably 40 MPG at 70 - pretty decent. 90% of the miles I use are all-electric so I have little need to fill the little 9 gallon gas tank more than 5 times a year. I change the engine oil once every 2 years for the same reason. All in all, a great car, but when the warranty expires, I fear that expensive repairs will be headed my way.
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Happy Volt Owner
Happy Volt Owner, 03/23/2019
updated 09/26/2019
2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 4dr Hatchback (gas/electric hybrid DD)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love the car so far. It’s a black LT with leather seats and driver confidence package. I got a GREAT deal on it. Sticker was $36,700, but paid only $20,400 after dealer end-of-year discounts, GM rebates, and $7500 federal rebate. PROS Range - Around town when temps are in the 40s or higher, I can easily get 65-70 miles per charge using the regen paddles. Temps in the 30s or lower provide 35-50 per charge depending on use of heat and defroster. Experimenting with hybrid mode around town, I get 50-55 mpg in warmer temps. Comfort - Just returned from a 1900-mile round trip, and the leather seats are the most comfortable I’ve ever experienced on a long drive. There’s no power lumbar, but I didn’t need it. I’m 5’10” 165 pounds, and the driver seat fits me like a glove. Ride - The overall ride is very smooth, and road noise is minimal. The stiff suspension can make some bumps feel a bit jarring, though. At the same time, the car takes corners with ease and the car feels very planted and secure. Controls - The touch screen is very user friendly. The knobs and buttons for temperature control are very intuitive, much better than our Prius V which made you fidget with a computer screen. Design - I really like the exterior, especially the front. Looks good from all angles except directly behind where the big taillights make the car look boxy. I love the interior design with the black leather - looks very classy. Space - The folding rear seats create a lot of space for transporting stuff. I was able to pack much more than I thought I could on my recent road trip. Headlights - Best headlights I’ve ever had. They really light up the road nicely. The brights are incredible. CONS Back seat - not for anybody over 5’8”. At 5’10”, I am very uncomfortable there because my head hits the rear window. My wife at 5’2” is comfortable, though. The middle back seat is basically useless for anyone. Highway MPG - Disappointing for a hybrid. EPA says 42 mpg, and I can usually beat the EPA estimates in my cars, but I only averaged 40-41 mpg on my recent road trip, mostly interstate driving. Last year, I got 47 mpg on the same trip with a Cruze. It’s very inefficient for a hybrid on the highway. Cargo - pretty small space unless the rear seats are down. Overall, I am very, very happy with my Volt. My wife loved it so much that I used a retirement bonus to buy her a Volt. So, we’re now a two-Volt house! UPDATE - After nine months, I still love this car. All summer, the battery averaged 85 miles per charge for around-town driving! My only complaint is with the entertainment system. 75% of the time it will play music from my USB with no problems; other times like yesterday it won't allow me to play the music at all. Unplugging and plugging in the USB sometimes helps, and other times it doesn't. My wife's Volt doesn't have this issue. I'm really disappointed GM has discontinued the Volt. It is by far my favorite car that I've owned.
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A Car for all Occasions
Lou, 02/02/2019
updated 02/08/2024
2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 4dr Hatchback (gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is America's car for today (and since it first came out). Able to take you to and from work on pure electricity (getting sometimes up to 200 MPGe depending on the cost of gas and the temperature) while being unlimited to take you anywhere without charging delay due to the gas engine (a charging network is just not available in the USA, yet). Who could want more, good for you and good for the environment. It has the technology to help you prevent accidents and to interface with your smart phone in a logical manner. As a vehicle for getting you from point a to point b this is the right car for most everyone. However, GM must work on getting the cost down (probably not possible due to 2 connected propulsion systems), and getting the technology right (I have had to take the car in 4 times in a little over a year to get the adaptive cruise control to function correctly). Also, like a Tesla, this car should be upgradable to new capabilities where the capability is purely software based (since in one respect this car is a computerized motor with a chassis built around it). For example, GM's new super cruse is rated better than Tesla's. It would be good to have. Also, I understand that Map updates for the navigation software is not free. Glad I have a smart phone where it is not only better but IS free. On the whole I love this car, and I have had several Lexus LS's, a top of the line Audi as well as a Porsche 911S Targa. Still going strong. Great car. Just wish it had the GM Supercruise and on demand 4 wheel drive
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A very nice car totaled for no good reason.
Stan Ubeki, 02/18/2020
2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 4dr Hatchback (gas/electric hybrid DD)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I really liked my 2018 Volt with 16k miles. I had a very repairable fender bender, but it needed a new rear quarter panel and lights. GM could not / would not provide parts. Their excuse was that the plant is closed and the tooling is gone. I suspect this violates some federal regulation. After three months and getting the state commissioner of insurance involved, they totaled it. I don't understand their decision to discontinue it. The Voltec drivetrain is a great concept. In a small town with a 50+ mile electric range, I rarely burned gas.
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