2016 · Compact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2016 Chevrolet Volt MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 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. That's up 5 MPG from the 2015 model. Among 51 compact cars rated for 2016, 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 2016 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 2016 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
2016 Chevrolet Volt vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Chevrolet Volt?
Up to 106 MPGe + 42 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2016 Chevrolet Volt use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Chevrolet Volt?
The 2016 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 2016 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.