Chevrolet Volt First generation
The Chevrolet Volt First generation (2011–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 15 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: Delta II · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, France, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,500 mm RDW | 4,500 mm TC | 4,498 mm |
| Width | 1,787 mm Traficom | 1,790 mm TC | 1,788 mm |
| Height | 1,439 mm Traficom | 1,430 mm TC | 1,438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm RDW | 2,690 mm TC | 2,685 mm |
| Front track | 1,546 mm ASTRA | 1,550 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,573 mm ASTRA | 1,570 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,632 kg RDW | 1,704–1,715 kg TC | 1,686–1,732 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,732 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,000–2,135 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 510 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,549 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 160 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 370 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
| Electric motor power | – | 111 kW NRCan | – |
| Electric | |||
| Battery capacity (usable) | – | – | 16.0–17.1 kWh |
| Charging time at 240 V | – | 4.0 h EPA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/55R17, 205/60R16
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2015: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
738 complaints for model years 2011–2015. 22 crashes · 6 fires · 24 injuries
- Airbags 291
- Electrical system 206
- Fuel system 125
- Engine 84
- Transmission and drivetrain 59
- Brakes 57
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 15 versions of the Chevrolet Volt First generation
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European Union 11 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2014 | 1.4 L | 111 kW (151 PS) | Hybrid | 13.0–13.5 kWh/100 km NEDC | 27 g/km | 1,538 |
| 2012–2013 | 1.4 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Hybrid | 13.3 kWh/100 km NEDC | 27 g/km | 134 |
| 2013 | 1.4 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Petrol | 13.3 kWh/100 km NEDC | 33 g/km | 86 |
| 2013 | – | – | Petrol | – | 27 g/km | 48 |
| 2012 | 1.4 L | 111 kW (151 PS) | Hybrid | – | 27 g/km | 698 |
| 2012 | Electric motor | – | Electric | – | 27 g/km | 126 |
| 2012 | 1.4 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Petrol | – | 27 g/km | 80 |
| 2012 | 1.4 L | 111 kW (151 PS) | Petrol | 13.0 kWh/100 km NEDC | 27 g/km | 30 |
| 2012 | 1.4 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Other fuel | – | 27 g/km | 18 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | 111 kW (151 PS) | Electric | – | 30 g/km | 60 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | 111 kW (151 PS) | Petrol | – | – | 25 |
United Kingdom 1 version
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2015Volt | 1.4 L | Plug-in hybrid | 1.2 L/100 km NEDC13.0 kWh/100 km NEDC | 27 g/km | 83 km |
France 1 version
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014VOLT | – | 63 kW (86 PS) | Plug-in hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 1.2 L/100 km NEDC | 27 g/km |
United States 1 version
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2015PHEV | 1.4 L | Plug-in hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100 km) EPA | 50–54 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015Compact | 1.4 L | Plug-in hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 45–54 g/km | 56–61 km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.