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The fuel economy of the gas engine also disappointed in our highway test. It didn't quite live up to expectations during our highway test, where it yielded a 37-mile real-world highway range. The Volt is rated to deliver 53 miles of EV range, according to the EPA, which is more than enough to get most people between home and work every day. However, once the battery runs out of charge and it must rely more heavily on its gasoline engine, its fuel economy becomes modest. The Volt's long electric-only range makes it one of the most successful plug-in hybrids on the market.

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The last Volt we tested came to a stop from 70 mph in an overly long 190 feet, and it delivered a wide range of braking performances over the course of six back-to-back emergency stops.

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Chevrolet added a pair of paddles to the back of this second-generation version's steering wheel that allow the driver to control the intensity of the regen, which is experienced as increased deceleration when coasting or braking. As with other hybrids, the Volt makes use of regenerative braking to recapture kinetic energy that would otherwise be lost during braking. It handles itself confidently on the road in a class where some cars are actively not fun to drive, and we're glad Chevrolet didn't choose to chalk up a bad driving experience to the cost of hybrid technology. We'd be happy to drive the Volt even without its future-friendly hybrid system. The same task takes 4.5 hours using the standard 3.6-kW charger.

While it still needs 13 hours to fully recharge its battery using a standard 120-volt household outlet, the larger charger will refill the battery in two hours and 20 minutes with a 240-volt outlet. The Volt uses a newly available 7.2-kW built-in charger that significantly reduces charging time. While it cannot be recharged as quickly as the fully electric Chevy Bolt EV, its charging system can be upgraded to recharge the battery in less than 2.5 hours. Not only does the Chevrolet Volt have an impressive 53 miles of pure-electric range, its hybrid setup makes it incredibly quick and exceptionally quiet. Likes: Quick and quiet plug-in hybrid system, more powerful built-in charger cuts charging time in half, one of the best-driving hybrids on the market.ĭislikes: Not available with fast-charging technology, poor emergency-braking distance.

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Standard features on the LT include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, two USB ports, and a mobile hotspot, proximity entry with push-button start, and single-zone automatic climate control. But that option also bloats the bottom line, so we'd skip it. The Premier model adds a better audio system, heated front and outboard rear leather seats, and a heated steering wheel, among other features. The base Volt LT is already comprehensively equipped and comes with this car's most important standard feature: 53 miles of guilt-free driving on electricity alone. Other enhancements include improved driver-assistance features and more interior options. Every model receives a new higher-definition 8.0-inch touchscreen powered by the company's latest Infotainment 3 system. The Volt's heating system is revised so that the engine can now automatically kick on at lower temperatures, which increases all-electric range in colder climates.

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Its regenerative-braking system is refined so that drivers can use the brake pedal less when driving in Low mode or using the paddle on the steering wheel. The Volt receives a handful of meaningful updates for 2019, including a newly available built-in charger that cuts charging time nearly in half. While the hybrid hatchback has some flaws-such as a mediocre interior with a cramped back seat-it continues to be an exceptional hybrid and an excellent car. The Chevy also boasts a satisfying driving experience, with prompt acceleration and solid handling. Unlike many plug-in hybrids that have about 20 miles or less of electric-only range, the Volt can travel up to 53 miles before its gasoline engine fires up. Its understated styling doesn't draw attention the way some electrified alternatives do (such as the Toyota Prius or the Toyota Prius Prime), but instead assimilates with mainstream cars. The Chevrolet Volt remains one of the best plug-in hybrids on the market, with impressive all-electric range and everyday practicality.

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