2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
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- Photo: 2018 Chevrolet Volt, front 2.29.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Volt avant (23857679154) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Volt PHEV D2XX Midnight Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Volt PHEV D2XX Midnight Black (4) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Chevrolet Volt, rear 2.29.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Chevrolet Volt LT is a 101-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a voltec 5et50 multi-mode electric transaxle and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,170 MSRP and is rated at 106 mpg combined.
It makes 101 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 113 mpg city and 99 mpg highway (106 mpg combined).
The Volt measures 180.4 inches long on a 106.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,543 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,170 ($44,918 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $33,995 ($46,035 *) |
| Destination Charge | $825 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L "L3A" DOHC I4 gasoline range-extending generator engine (GM Voltec EREV powertrain; does not directly drive the wheels) |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 101 hp |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 74.0 x 86.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Voltec 5ET50 Multi-mode electric transaxle (single-speed electric drive unit; no discrete gears) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 113 MPG |
| Highway | 99 MPG |
| Combined | 106 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 8.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, lower control arms, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-independent torsion beam, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17.0" x 7.0" |
| Wheels Rear | 17.0" x 7.0" |
| Tires Front | 215/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | 215/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.4 in |
| Width | 71.2 in |
| Height | 56.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.6 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,543 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2016 Chevrolet Volt 4 DR FWD).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet VOLT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 5, 2017 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Consequence: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17387.
NHTSA campaign 17V621000
170 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet VOLT
Owner Complaints
170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet VOLT (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 77 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 64 |
| Power Train | 51 |
| Engine | 48 |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 CHEVROLET VOLT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.