Comments on: 2013 Chevy Volts Now Available

By: G

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:52:23 +0000

Doubt your electricity costs will be that high. Your estimate seems to be about double what most volt owners are seeing. That being said, it is up to the consumer to determine whether their driving habits and typical commute better suit a plug-in electric vs hybrid platform.

By: Van

Van — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 03:03:03 +0000

Today, on the radio, two different dealers were offering Volts $2,500 below MSRP. Looks like they think the new model year is quite a bit better.

If we drive a Volt 15,000 miles per year, 10,000 EV miles and 5,000 range extended miles we would spend about $700 on electricity (.20 per kwh)and $513 on gas, for a total fuel bill on $1213 for a year. In a Prius, we would spend $1140.

It looks like the Volt's days are numbered because the Ford C-max plug in and Fusion plug in will provide tailpipe emission free driving at must less cost.

By: ACAgal

ACAgal — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 17:20:49 +0000

When we first got our Volt, it indicated an EV range of 37 miles/charge. As it has gotten to know our driving style, and the weight of the usual passengers ( large adults), the range now is estimated at about 47miles/charge. If we added two large adults to the back seat, we would probably get the 37 miles/charge first estimated. Ours is a 2012, and we like the car for lots of reasons.

By: Modern Marvel Fan

Modern Marvel Fan — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:52:03 +0000

I am sure that dealers will price them differently… The new 2013 models have more features and different option package. The EV hold mode is nice to have as well.