2018 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 2018 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 $33,220 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 3,519 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,220 |
| MSRP with Destination | $34,095 |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| 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 | 3,519 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
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.3 % risk) |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet VOLT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 26, 2018 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.
NHTSA campaign 18V673000
Aug 30, 2018 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Consequence: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
NHTSA campaign 18V576000
225 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet VOLT
Owner Complaints
225 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet VOLT (4 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 87 |
| Power Train | 85 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 73 |
| Engine | 50 |
| Unknown Or Other | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
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 2018 CHEVROLET VOLT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.