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How many miles does a 2015 Chevy Volt get?
38 miles
The Volt can go up to 38 miles on electric power alone, which is longer than the range of many other plug-in hybrids. Chevrolet says it takes 10 to 16 hours to charge the 2015 Volt using a standard 120-volt household-style outlet. The available 240-volt home charging station cuts that time down to about four hours.
How many miles can a 2015 Chevy Volt go on one charge?
And so it is, with one important exception: Without any fanfare, its battery capacity rose to 17.1 kilowatt-hours for the 2015 Volt from 16.5 kWh in 2013 and 2014 models. Rated electric range remains the same, however, at 38 miles.
Does the 2015 Chevy Volt use gas?
The Volt is a hybrid electric car that runs on both gas and electricity.
How many miles can you go with a Chevy Volt?
The Chevy Volt is a hybrid electric plug-in vehicle that is EPA-rated between 38 and 53 miles of all electric range when new, depending on model year. It was designed to be an affordable, everyday car.
How long will Chevy Volt battery last?
Officially, GM’s says Volt’s battery will suffer a 10-percent degradation in range after 5,000 full charging cycles. While the battery carries an 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty it is expected to deliver 10 years and 150,000 miles of service.
How do I extend the range of my Chevy Volt?
Extend range with Regen on Demand. This easy to use paddle mounted on the steering wheel helps Volt convert kinetic energy into electricity and regenerate through the battery pack. Simply pull and hold the Regen on Demand feature to maintain efficiency and decelerate.
How do I increase the range of my Chevy Volt?
Air resistance (especially at higher speeds) and tire rolling resistance are two big factors. Go slower and take those air deflectors off they put drag on your car. Use your AC sparingly and always on ECO setting. Don’t sweat for a couple measly more miles.
What happens when Volt runs out of gas?
With a fully-charged battery pack, it will drive on electric power alone until the charge is depleted, at which point the onboard gasoline engine activates. The gasoline engine serves as a generator, giving the Volt a total range on both gasoline and electric power comparable to a conventional gasoline car or hybrid.