Description
GM’s EREV, extended range electric vehicle, with a 16.5kWh Li-ion battery from LG Chem, giving the Volt a 38 mi all electric range and 379 mi total range. In hybrid mode, the Volt will achieve 37 MPG and in electric mode the Volt will consume 36kWh/100 mi (93 MPG equivalent). The Volt is a 4-door, 4-seater hatchback powered by a 150 hp electric motor and a 1.4L gasoline engine, which supplements the electric motor once the batteries have been depleted. GM has announced that 7,000-10,000 Volts will be produced within the first year of production. Delivery of the first Volts began in December 2010.
Plug In America Test Drives the Chevy Volt
Specs
Vehicle Type:
Cars & Trucks
Drivetrain:
PHEV
Range:
38 mi
Target:
Now Available
Top Speed:
100 mph
Connector Type:
J1772
Price (USD):
$39,145
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