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Chevrolet Volt MPG
EPA fuel economy for 9 Chevrolet Volt trims sold from 2011 to 2019. Best ever: 42 MPG (2019 Volt). Latest model year 2019: 42 MPG combined across 1 trim.
Chevrolet Volt fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $0.15 per kWh and 15,000 miles a year, the 2019 Chevrolet Volt costs about $880 a year to fuel (Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, 42 MPG).
| 2019 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volt | 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas or Electricity | 42 | $880 | cheapest |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Plug-in hybrids blend electricity and gasoline by the EPA utility factor, the share of miles the EPA expects on battery power. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Chevrolet Volt MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 42 | 43 | 42 | Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2018 | 42 | 43 | 42 | Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2017 | 42 | 43 | 42 | Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2016 | 42 | 43 | 42 | Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2015 | 37 | 35 | 40 | Volt, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2014 | 37 | 35 | 40 | Volt, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2013 | 37 | 35 | 40 | Volt, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2012 | 37 | 35 | 40 | Volt, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2011 | 37 | 35 | 40 | Volt, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
Every Chevrolet Volt trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Volt | 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas or Electricity | 43 | 42 | 42 | 51 | $880 |
| 2018 | Volt | 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas or Electricity | 43 | 42 | 42 | 51 | $890 |
| 2017 | Volt | 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas or Electricity | 43 | 42 | 42 | 51 | $890 |
| 2016 | Volt | 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas or Electricity | 43 | 42 | 42 | 51 | $890 |
| 2015 | Volt | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 35 | 40 | 37 | 81 | $1,230 |
| 2014 | Volt | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 35 | 40 | 37 | 81 | $1,230 |
| 2013 | Volt | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 35 | 40 | 37 | 81 | $1,230 |
| 2012 | Volt | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 35 | 40 | 37 | 87 | $1,270 |
| 2011 | Volt | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 35 | 40 | 37 | 84 | $1,270 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2019 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf | 119 | 126 | 111 |
| 2019 Toyota Prius c | 46 | 48 | 43 |
| 2019 Lexus UX 250h | 42 | 43 | 41 |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage | 39 | 36 | 43 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Cruze | 37 | 31 | 48 |
| 2019 Jaguar XE | 36 | 32 | 42 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Chevrolet Volt?
The most efficient Chevrolet Volt the EPA has rated is the 2019 Volt at 42 MPG combined (43 city, 42 highway).
What MPG does the 2019 Chevrolet Volt get?
Every 2019 Chevrolet Volt trim is rated 42 MPG combined.
Which Chevrolet Volt has the worst fuel economy?
The 2015 Volt is the lowest rated at 37 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Chevrolet Volt for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $0.15 per kWh and 15,000 miles a year, the 2019 Chevrolet Volt costs about $880 a year to fuel (Volt, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, 42 MPG).
More from Chevrolet: every Chevrolet model. Fuel types on this model: Premium Gas or Electricity, Regular Gas or Electricity. EPA classes: Compact Cars.