2017 Chevrolet

Volt

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L

Chevrolet Volt: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission: Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain: Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel: Regular Gas or ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Top speed: 100 mphNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Axle ratio: 2.64
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Motor kW: 48EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 42 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City: 43 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb: 42 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr: $1,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂: 51 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score: 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score: 6/10
Elec. Range: 420 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Range per hour (240V): 93 mi/hr
Recharge hrs: 4.5EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG: 153.3 mpg, reported by 11 driversabout 111.3 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified: Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Doors: 4NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seats: 5NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seat rows: 2NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Length: 180 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width: 71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height: 56 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase: 106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight: 3,543 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheel size: 17 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
GVWR class: Class 1 (6,000 lb or less)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Optional
Lane-departure warning: Optional
Recalls: 0
Owner complaints: 699
Reported injuries: 11

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

Backup cameraStandard

Driver assist

Adaptive cruise controlOptional
Automatic emergency brakingOptional
Blind-spot monitorOptional
Lane-keeping assistOptional

Convenience

Push-button startStandard

Exterior

Adaptive headlightsOptional

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM20%
POWER TRAIN18%
ENGINE15%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER10%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,198 total.

Chevrolet Volt: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

PE23022opened Nov 29, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)
Loss of Motive Power due to the Battery Energy Control Module
DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

977 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Jan 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902U
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Nov 20, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5214G
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further sup
Sep 9, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER13598
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
Sep 4, 2025FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM18-NA-180
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
Aug 14, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902T
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
and 969 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance: 1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.