Chevrolet Volt Model Years and History

The Chevrolet Volt returns for 2019 with a bundle of meaningful additions to make it more comfortable and even more convenient. Range on EV-only mode is extended, the vehicle's regenerative braking system allows for less braking use for one pedal driving in low mode, and a new 7.2-kW onboard charging system doubles the charging rate cutting the time required to restore full charge roughly in half. Chevy's new Infotainment 3 system adds a high-resolution 8.0-inch touchscreen with an EV energy application that indicates the impact of road terrain, exterior weather conditions and driving style on the car's EV range.

The Chevrolet Volt returns for 2018 with a couple of tweaks to make it more comfortable and a new Driver Confidence Package available on the LT. The Driver Confidence Package includes a suite of driver assistance software including a rear park assist system, a rear cross-traffic alert system and blind spot warning indicators. Three new colors are available for 2018 as well.

Following a 2016 redesign, the 2017 Chevrolet Volt adds optional advanced safety features like adaptive cruise control and forward automatic braking.

The Chevrolet Volt has been completely redesigned for 2016, now entering its second generation. The body is more sculpted and muscular, while the interior is more comfortable and feels roomier. The drivetrain has also seen a major overhaul with a new dual motor system that helps save weight and increase efficiency. Even the battery placement has changed, with the battery pack being placed lower and further back in the vehicle to improve weight distribution and stability.

The Volt remains essentially unchanged for 2015.

After several notable mechanical upgrades in 2013, the Volt remains unchanged for 2014 save one very noticeable feature: a $5,000 price cut, making the Volt more affordable than it's ever been.

The Volt sees a few changes for 2013. Most notably, it features larger batteries, which Chevy claims will up the all-electric range from 35 to 38 miles. The effective miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) has increased as well, up from 94 to 98. Also a new optional rear seat armrest, as well as two new exterior colors are available--Pebble Beige and Silver Topaz Metallic. A new "EV Hold Mode" allows the Volt to store energy from the gasoline engine for later battery use at the driver's discretion, when battery usage is best optimized, such as city driving.

The Volt sees few changes for 2012. Most notably, it now features keyless entry on all four doors, functioning through chrome buttons mounted on the door handles. Inside, the Volt's display has been revised slightly for a better user interface. The main gauge display now displays navigation information, and kilowatt-hours used has been added to the center display stack. In addition, printing has been improved on the center stack and the gear selector readout is now much easier to read in low light thanks to revised backlighting. Drivers also now have the ability to disable the Volt's traction control.

The Chevy Volt is the first mass-produced, purpose-built, plug-in hybrid from a major manufacturer. The Volt is an electric car, so its batteries can be charged when it is plugged into an outlet, but The Volt also carries a small gasoline-powered engine on board to charge the batteries, should a longer range be required. A Volt driver need not compromise on comfort features--the Volt is equipped similarly to other mid-size sedans.