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2018 Chevrolet Volt

The 2018 Chevrolet Volt is a compact car, rated at 42 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2018 Chevrolet Volt
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Combined MPG
42· 420 mi
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$34,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeChevrolet
ModelVolt
Model year2018
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG43
Highway MPG42
Combined MPG42
Combined MPGe31
Electric range420 mi
CO₂ tailpipe51 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1500

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City43 MPG
Highway42 MPG
Combined42 MPG
Combined31 MPGe
Electric range420 mi

Efficiency vs class average

Volt42 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 33% more efficient than the Volt's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$599/mo
Amount financed
$30,600
Total interest
$5,323
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5-year fuel cost
$11,088

$2,218/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh

Combined MPGe42
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER18V576000 · 2018-08-30

    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.

    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.

  • SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER18V673000 · 2018-09-26

    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."

    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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?

The 2018 Chevrolet Volt is EPA-rated at 42 MPG combined (43 city / 42 highway).

Is the 2018 Chevrolet Volt reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Volt. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?

The 2018 Chevrolet Volt earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Chevrolet Volt costs roughly $2,218 per year to charge, or about $11,088 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?

The 2018 Chevrolet Volt is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC