Overview
Armed with a 1.5L Inline-4 engine and an 18.4 kWh battery, fused to a CVT transmission, the 2016 Chevrolet Volt Plug-In Hybrid Hatchback makes 149 horsepower and 294 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 101 horsepower while the electric motors manage 149 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2016 Chevrolet Volt Plug-In Hybrid Hatchback cover 0-60 in 7.8 seconds. You can drive the Chevrolet Volt Plug-In Hybrid for 53 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the Chevrolet Volt Plug-In Hybrid achieves an impressive 102 MPGe combined while getting 42 MPG from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP of $33,170, the Chevrolet Volt Plug-In Hybrid makes a formidable competitor in the compact hatchback segment, competing indirectly with the likes of the Ford C-Max Energi which hails from the subcompact wagon class. Buyers can also consider the Toyota Prius Hybrid.
