2017 · Compact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2017 Chevrolet Volt MPG & fuel economy
The 2017 Chevrolet Volt is a compact car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 53 miles on electricity (106 MPGe), then returns 42 MPG on gas. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2016 model. Among 50 compact cars rated for 2017, it ranks 3rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $902 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2017 Chevrolet Volt's fuel average is 17.9 km/L (5.6 L/100 km), or 42 MPG combined: 18.3 km/L in the city and 17.9 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 106 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 43 | 18.3 | 5.5 |
| Highway (gas) | 42 | 17.9 | 5.6 |
| Combined (gas) | 42 | 17.9 | 5.6 |
How it ranks among 2017 Compact Cars
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Volt MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · CVT Volt |
Plug-in hybrid | 113 MPGe + 43 MPG | 99 MPGe + 42 MPG | 106 MPGe + 42 MPG | 420 mi | $902 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 31 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 53 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 4.5 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 90 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 19 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 51 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2017 Chevrolet Volt vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Chevrolet Volt?
Up to 106 MPGe + 42 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2017 Chevrolet Volt use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2017 Chevrolet Volt?
The 2017 Chevrolet Volt's fuel average is 17.9 km/L (5.6 L/100 km), or 42 MPG combined: 18.3 km/L in the city and 17.9 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 106 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Chevrolet Volt per year?
About $902 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $6.01 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.